Torn: Edgy Terrorism Thriller Series

Torn is the first book of the Jay Gunner action adventure terrorism thriller series. Destroyed is book two.

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In Hong Kong, Jay leads an exciting self-made millionaire’s life. He lives his dream. Jay has a condo overlooking Hong Kong harbor, a new BMW 740i sedan, and a beautiful, caring, live in girlfriend. He puts it all on the line by being greedy and over-reaching. Things become complicated after Jay enters into an unlawful business operation with Brian Andrews, former NSA hacker.

Amanda, Jay’s Girlfriend

Brian uses his hacking skill to hack into U.S. Government computers. Jay’s life, and the lives of his girlfriend Amanda and super smart trading assistant Joy, are placed in danger. Bad guys in a terrorist cell discover Jay has information they want. Jay’s drive to use pirated information to enhance foreign exchange trading profits puts him on a slippery slope. He receives secret files he doesn’t want.

Jay’s adventures continue in Retribution, book 3 and Vengeance, book 4. His adventures become more exciting and dangerous as the series progresses. Jay enlists the help of two mercenaries, as he hunts down the man most responsible for his troubles. Starting in Hong Kong their travels take them to Macau, London, Turkey, and Syria,   

Jay risks it all, and there’re consequences. All bad.

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Here’s a sample from Chapter Two. Jay meets Joy and thinks she might be perfect as a trading assistant. As the story progresses, so does their relationship.

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I was lucky to meet Joy at one of my favorite watering holes, the M Bar at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. By chance, I sat at the bar and found myself next to Joy. I noticed her perfume was intoxicating, yet subtle.

“I love your perfume. Mind telling me the name? If I can afford it, I’d like to buy some for my girlfriend.”

“No problem. It’s Clive Christian No 1. And yes, it’s expensive. Judging from your appearance you can afford it.” She smiled a coy smile, as she looked me over.

I looked spiffy in my new Armani suit and Hermes silk tie. I always dressed like a millionaire. Due to my trading expertise, I was one several times over.

At only 29, it was my good fortune to be successful. I gained the attention of many beautiful Hong Kong ladies. They liked my athletic figure, jet black hair, cobalt blue eyes, white smile, and Black American Express Card.

Amanda didn’t like my wandering ways, but was pretty cool about it. That is, until she came home a day early from one of her trips. She found me in bed with Sally Wu. I met Sally at a party, and like a dumb ass brought her to the condo. That was too much for Amanda.

“You bastard, you bring that sorry ass slut into our home? You dare fuck her in our bed? How can I trust such a dumb ass person?”

Our relationship almost didn’t survive that incident. Amanda stayed pissed for days. She threatened to walk out. I promised to change my wicked ways. After sleeping on the sofa a few nights, I realized I loved her. Well, maybe love is too strong a word, but I valued the relationship. I definitely loved the sex.

“Amanda, I’m really sorry. Give me another chance. I promise to be a loyal partner.”

Amanda yelled at me, “You sorry bastard. I don’t know why I stay with you. If you ever bring another woman home, I promise I’ll shoot you.”

I took that as forgiveness. “I promise. I’ll behave.”

“You better behave. Ok, I must be crazy, but one more chance. Don’t screw it up.”

I sometimes thought of taking on the one thing in life that scared me shitless. But for now, I dismissed marriage as a bad idea. Amanda didn’t push too hard, but I could tell that decision time was approaching. She wouldn’t wait forever. She was fearful of becoming what the Chinese call a “left over woman”.

The problem was I enjoyed conversations and sometimes more with interesting Hong Kong women. Looking and not touching was hard. It didn’t seem natural. I loved being around women. Even with promises to behave, not fooling around was difficult.

Amanda traveled half the time, leaving me time for an occasional exciting adventure. I had to be careful. Temptation was always there. Being spotted with another woman was a danger. Amanda had girlfriend lookouts everywhere. I was torn between being a faithful partner and bedding attractive women.

Right away, I was attracted to Joy. I loved her American English accent. Most educated Hong Kong ladies spoke beautiful English, but with a British accent. The Hong Kong educational system still follows the British model.

Joy definitely spoke American English, so I asked about it. “You speak great English, but with an American accent. Did you attend college in the States?”

“Yes, I went to Princeton, then to Harvard for my MBA. Along the way my British accent and choice of words became corrupted by you Americans.” She smiled as she said the word corrupted.

“So you’re from Hong Kong? What work do you do?”

“I’ve lived here all my life, except for attending university in America. I’ve just returned and looking for suitable employment.”

I perked up. I’d been looking for a trading assistant. This interesting lady might just qualify. No problem with looks, education or language. She was sophisticated and spoke great English. And that perfume. I loved the combination of looks, dress, language, educational background and sensuous subtle fragrance.

“What type of work are you looking for?”

“I’m not desperate. I want to find something that’s a good fit. I’m analytical and want challenging work that’ll put my MBA to good use. Probably something in finance.”

“I’ll give you my business card. I’m looking for a foreign exchange trading assistant. How’s that sound?”

“That sounds interesting. I know a little about trading Forex. My dad’s always talking about exchange rates. Do you pay bonuses?”

“Sure, I like to spread the wealth around. Give me a call and we’ll set up an interview. I don’t discuss business at a bar, so let’s relax. No interview today. Let me buy you a drink. Is that cognac you’re drinking?”

“It is. Hennessy XO.” Joy glanced at the business card. “I’m a little picky when it comes to cognac. Hope you don’t mind, Mister Gunner.”

“Just call me Jay. And I don’t mind. You drink my favorite cognac. And your name is?”

“It’s Joy. Joy Wong.”

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