Scot Harvath, the only surviving agent, begins to investigate the attack and quickly realizes that something doesn't add up.

Harvath's suspicions are confirmed when he uncovers evidence suggesting that the Fatah might not be responsible for the attack, and that the conspiracy is more intricate and dangerous than anyone imagined.

Harvath's investigation leads him to a shadowy coalition of government officials and business magnates who have a vested interest in keeping the truth about the attack hidden.

This group, which includes powerful figures like Donald Fawcett and Russell Rolander, are manipulating events to protect their own interests, and they are willing to do anything to silence Harvath.

Together, they delve into the world of international espionage and uncover evidence that points to a global conspiracy involving the Lions, a group of professional killers who have been hired to carry out the attack.

The Lions, led by Gerhard Miner, are a ruthless and highly skilled group of assassins who have been operating in the shadows for years.

Harvath, with his military background and experience, faces his most dangerous challenge yet, as he tries to unravel the Lions' true agenda and rescue the President before it's too late.

The authorities are still skeptical of Harvath's claims about the conspiracy, but they are forced to acknowledge the truth as evidence mounts against the shadowy coalition.

Harvath's determination to bring justice to those responsible for the attack leads him to confront his own demons and face the consequences of his actions.

Publishers Weekly wrote "it's hard to get past the novel's many graceless shortcomings, clichéd language [...], cartoonish scenes and a protagonist whose superhero character desperately needs fleshing out.

[1][3] Library Journal, however, highly recommended the novel, calling it "an assured debut" and concluding that "this international thriller will delight readers with its nonstop action, relentless suspense, strong protagonist, and wintry settings in Utah, D.C., and Switzerland.

The Anniston Star wrote that Thor had recreated "a genre that has been firmly in the grasp of Tom Clancy for so long is not an easy feat.