Book excerpt: When an ordinary flight spirals into a hostage crisis, Air Marshal Alex Hawkins is the plane’s sole protector against a deadly hijacking. With hundreds of lives at stake, he must outwit the terrorists and avert an international catastrophe—from 30,000 feet in the air. One wrong move, and they are all dead. LONE SURVIVOR (An Alex Hawkins Action Thriller—Book 1) is the debut novel in a new series by action thriller author Vin Strong. The Alex Hawkins series is a gripping action thriller that will keep you glued to the pages with intense suspense, stunning plot twists, and an unforgettable protagonist who is sure to capture your heart. You'll find yourself turning pages well into the night. Fans of Brad Taylor, Vince Flynn, and Mark Greaney are sure to fall in love with their next favorite action hero. Future books in the series are also available!