About The Book
Mendacity
Corruption was expected from drug cartels, but was it possible that it ran deeper?
In the heart of South Americas beautiful and lush landscapes, where danger lurks beneath the surface, “Mendacity” unfolds—a riveting military fiction that delves into the complex world of drug trafficking and corruption. Brayden Smith, a dedicated and athletic US Special Forces member, serves as our guide through this intricate web of deceit. Brayden’s resolve is tested as he confronts a reality far murkier and more treacherous than the battlefields he’s accustomed to.
Brayden has been on the frontline of the war against drugs, believing in the cause he’s been fighting for. But as he digs deeper, he uncovers a sprawling network of corruption that binds the very fabric of society, extending far beyond the drug lords and into the corridors of power.
“Mendacity” takes readers on a suspenseful journey as Brayden faces moral dilemmas and dangers that challenge his perceptions and threaten his life. Amidst the drama, the novel is punctuated with moments of humor, providing a respite and a human touch to the intense narrative. Brayden’s journey is not just a battle against external enemies but an internal struggle to reconcile his ideals with the reality that surrounds him. Through his eyes, we explore themes of integrity, betrayal, and the cost of truth.
“Mendacity” is more than just a military fiction; it’s a story of courage, resilience, and the indomitable human spirit’s quest for justice. Join Brayden Smith as he navigates the murky waters of corruption, armed, at times, with nothing but his wits, courage, and the hope for a better world. Prepare to be captivated by a tale where the line between right and wrong blurs, and the fight for truth is the bravest fight of all.
SAMPLE READING FROM THE BOOK
Chapter 1
THE SUN WAS ALREADY rising as he moved into his final hide site. At this point, he had been radio silent for the past 12 hours and hoped that with the lack of communication his primary exfiltration point was still a go, even though he didn’t care for the means of extraction.
He was alone, and wishing that he had his sniper buddy, but this time he had volunteered to conduct the operation unaccompanied based on mission requirements. He had only completed one other lone sniper operation, and that was during a training exercise in Nevada. At that time his team was conducting a Full Mission Profile, a training event that simulates real world events and conditions to test the men’s planning and preparation. The mission was complex and required multiple teams to conduct simultaneous hits in various locations in order to successfully rescue a hostage from a warehouse near area 51. The training area was significant because of the extensive tunnel systems. For the upcoming mission, the team had learned that the rebel group they were targeting had access to unused tunnels that they were now using to smuggle people, weapons and drugs.
Conducting the mission as a singleton shooter came with risks, sniper school teaches you to operate in pairs as a team, a shooter and a spotter. This not only helps maintain overall situational awareness while moving, but it also allows the shooter to focus on one thing, taking the shot. His team was selected to rescue the hostage, and during planning they realized that because of the lack of terrain features or concealment areas in the flat desert, the sniper team would have to move through an unused underground rail system in order to get into position.