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Ratings: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
Genre: Fiction / Thriller / Military Fiction / Techno-Thriller / Terrorism Fiction

Book Review:
''Act of War'' by Dale Brown introduces Jason Richter, one of the most exhilarating action heroes to date. The story kicks off when a Californian oil refinery belonging to one of the world's largest multi-national energy companies is blown apart with a ''backpack'' nuclear device. An obscure group calling itself Defenders of the Oppressed Militia (DOOM) claims responsibility, vowing to end the oppression of poor nations by global corporations and governments who plunder the world's natural resources for profit.

Brigadier General Jason Richter is tasked with stopping them—by any means necessary. Richter is the head of Task Force TALON, a special unit set up by the U.S. to track terrorists and anticipate their next move. He is a brilliant, unconventional strategist and utterly relentless. First, he must discover who he is actually fighting, but the truth could be stranger and more worrying than anything he ever imagined.

Brown delivers another high-octane thriller filled with cutting-edge technology, intense action sequences, and a plot that keeps you guessing. Richter is a compelling protagonist—tough, smart, and driven by a strong moral code. The novel raises timely questions about global energy politics and the ethics of corporate power. If you enjoy Tom Clancy, Vince Flynn, or previous Dale Brown novels, Act of War will not disappoint. A must-read for techno-thriller fans!