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Name: Hard Target
Rating: 3 (1 reviews)
Author: Alan Jacobson

"Hard Target" follows a covert operative turned FBI agent struggling with a mysterious personal history. When an explosion destroys the president‑elect’s helicopter on Election Night, the investigation uncovers a terror organization with unprecedented reach. The threat is not only violent but also deeply woven into the fabric of American politics, creating a suspenseful battle to prevent further upheaval.

First publish date: 2012

Genre: Thriller/Political Thriller

Authors: Alan Jacobson

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