Mendacity: Americas Best Are Secretly Dwelling Among You
by Bryan Clark
GENRE: Action Thriller
PUBLICATION DATE: 03/25/2024
DESCRIPTION:
In the shadows of America’s war on drugs, Special Forces operator Brayden Smith uncovers a web of corruption that runs deeper than the cartels he’s been sent to dismantle. Operating under a veil of secrecy in Colombia, Brayden and his team execute covert missions targeting powerful traffickers — only to discover that their actions are being manipulated by the very agencies they serve. As alliances blur and truths unravel, Brayden is forced to question everything he thought he knew about patriotism, loyalty and justice. With intelligence assets compromised and his team under threat, Brayden must navigate a treacherous path between duty and deception. Mendacity is a high-stakes political thriller rooted in real-world military experience — a gripping, adrenaline-charged story of covert warfare, moral conflict and the unseen forces that shape global events.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Bryan Clark is a retired Green Beret with over 25 years of service in Army Special Operations. Drawing from his extensive experience in counter-narcotics, unconventional warfare and global intelligence operations, Clark delivers a story that’s as authentic as it is gripping. "Mendacity" was born from the fragments of journal entries he kept during deployments across Latin America and the Middle East, where the lines between enemy and ally often blurred. Raised in a small Ohio town, Clark’s upbringing instilled in him a sense of duty and curiosity that would shape both his military and writing careers. Now an author and co-founder of Black Trident Publishing, Clark uses his platform to explore the hidden costs of power and the moral complexities of those who serve in silence. With "Mendacity," he brings readers into a world few have seen — and even fewer survive.
REVIEWS:
"'Mendacity' is an action thriller that puts you up close with some of the most realistic scenes of our nations elite. I really enjoyed the depictions of characters and events that kept me reading until I had finished the book without realizing how long I’d been reading!" — Amazon Review
"'Mendacity' is more than just an action packed military thriller. It’s a gripping journey through corruption, betrayal and the cost of uncovering the truth. The story pulls you in from the start, with intense realism in both the action and the emotional struggles. Internal battle over right and wrong adds depth beyond the bullets and explosions, making a compelling and relatable protagonist. The pacing shifts between past and present, which might slow things at times, but the suspense and high stakes drama keep you hooked. If you’re into thrillers that make you think as much as they entertain, this one is worth reading." — Amazon Review
COMPARATIVE FILM/BOOK:
Sicario
CASTING:
Brayden Smith: John David Washington; James Gaul: Gary Oldman; Steve Landers: Sam Claflin
PRIMARY VENUES/LOCATIONS WITHIN THE BOOK:
Colombia, Costa Rica
BOOK EXCERPT:
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