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Mission:
Stolen Valor

LOCATION: Phoenix, AZ
MISSION BRIEF:

He trained to kill without hesitation. Now Wout O’Dell must use those same skills to avenge a fallen brother and to protect civilians from a threat that hides in plain sight. A disgraced congressman. A bitter terrorist. A mission no one authorized—but one he can’t ignore. If you believe heroes aren’t finished just because the uniform’s gone, this story will stay with you long after the final page.

“Sometimes justice isn’t found in a courtroom. Sometimes it comes from the barrel of a gun.”

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Mission:
Stolen Valor

Stolen Valor Book Cover
Direct Action Team Series
Book One

The Story

MISSION OBJECTIVE:

When a brutal terror attack rocks the American Southwest, three veterans refuse to wait for backup. Wout O’Dell, a former Delta Force sniper, is pulled back into the fight—this time on home soil. Alongside his battle-hardened teammates, Peter and Odie, Wout uncovers a plot more sinister than anyone imagined: foreign terrorists embedded in plain sight, aided by a ruthless cartel and protected by corrupt political forces.

Armed with military-grade tactics and unwavering resolve, the team launches a relentless pursuit across deserts, safe houses, and suburban battlegrounds. But the deeper they dig, the clearer it becomes—this war isn’t just about vengeance. It’s about stopping the next strike before it’s too late.

The Characters

Meet the Operatives

ROLE:
Long-Range Precision Marksman / Sniper

KNOWN MISSIONS:

  • Stolen Valor
  • Cuban Tempest
  • Sonoran Ghost

Wout O’Dell

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Wout O’Dell

Role: Long-Range Precision Marksman / Sniper

Personality Traits: A battle-hardened warrior with a sniper's keen eye

Birthplace: Classified / Suspected Southwest U.S.

Wout O'Dell

Missions

Stolen Valor, Cuban Tempest, Sonoran Ghost

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Bio

Wout O’Dell is a precision sniper and decorated combat veteran with decades of elite training and field experience. Once a top-tier operator with Bravo Squadron, Wout is a disciplined, tactical asset whose calm under pressure and unmatched marksmanship make him indispensable in high-risk missions. His signature weapon, a custom McMillan TAC-338 rifle, is an extension of his will—designed for deadly efficiency at a mile’s distance.
“One breath, one shot, one less threat. That’s the rule.”

Skills & Influence

  • Expert in long-range sniping & anti-personnel engagement
  • Advanced ballistics & wind correction using integrated optics and computer-assisted targeting
  • Specializes in stealth infiltration, overwatch, and precision elimination
  • Tactical training instructor for military & civilian marksmen

Gear Loadout

  • Primary Weapon: McMillan TAC-338 Sniper Rifle
    • Chambered in .338 Lapua Magnum
    • Nightforce ATACR 7-35x scope with ballistic computer integration
    • Suppressed with Thunder Beast Arms Ultra-338 suppressor
  • Sidearm: Custom Wilson Combat .45 ACP
  • Support Gear: Kestrel wind meter, ballistic rangefinder, high-speed spotting scope

Classified Notes

Subject recruited into . following Operation .. Psychological profile indicates high adaptability, low volatility, and surgically precise execution. Field command recommends limited exposure to civilian assets.

Last confirmed visual – . safehouse, northwest of Phoenix. Subject escorted captured HVT (Cartel-affiliated, likely .). Communications encrypted through . network – trace route terminated.

Incident at border compound remains officially unresolved. Ballistics from TAC-338 recovered at scene. No official link to . has been established, though tactical footprint matches known methods.

ROLE:
Breacher / Tactical Entry Specialist

KNOWN MISSIONS:

  • Stolen Valor
  • Cuban Tempest
  • Sonoran Ghost

Odie Clayton

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Odie Clayton

Role: Breacher / Tactical Entry Specialist

Personality Traits: Bold, fearless, pragmatic, blunt

Birthplace: Tucson, Arizona

Odie Clayton

Missions

Stolen Valor, Cuban Tempest, Sonoran Ghost

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Bio

Odie Clayton, also known as “Bull,” is a former Army Ranger and the team’s primary breacher. With his unrelenting aggression and tactical precision, Odie is always the first in and the last out. His expertise in close-quarters combat and building destruction makes him invaluable in high-stakes situations. Though his brash personality often leads to conflict, his loyalty to his team and mission is unquestionable.

Skills & Influence

  • CQB (Close Quarters Battle)
  • Breaching and tactical entry
  • Team suppression support
  • Enhanced interrogation & field handling of POWs

Gear Loadout

  • Primary: Benelli M4 Tactical Shotgun
  • Sidearm: Glock 17
  • Breaching Gear: C4, flashbangs, door charges
  • Body Armor: Level IIIA (Tactical vest)
  • Support Equipment: Thermal optics, tactical gloves, combat knife

Classified Notes

Operative engaged in unsanctioned breaching of private compound linked to . cartel network. Result: 100% success in extraction, collateral property damage under review.

Subject displays pattern of disregarding bureaucratic orders in favor of field pragmatism. Internal reports note quote: “Knock? That’s what the breaching charge is for.”

Operative maintains operational readiness despite prior incident involving unauthorized cross-border operation. Debrief classified under Level 4 compartment.

ROLE:
Cyber Recon Specialist / Hacker / Surveillance Ops

KNOWN MISSIONS:

  • Stolen Valor
  • Cuban Tempest
  • Sonoran Ghost

Peter White

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Peter White

Role: Cyber Recon Specialist / Hacker / Surveillance Ops

Personality Traits: Smart, sarcastic, hyper-focused, operates in the gray

Birthplace: Portland, Oregon

Peter White

Missions

Stolen Valor, Cuban Tempest, Sonoran Ghost

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Bio

Peter White, known by his call sign “Ghost,” is the brains behind the Direct Action Team’s surveillance and cyber operations. Once a government contractor specializing in digital intelligence, Peter now operates in the shadows, using his expertise to infiltrate enemy networks, track threats, and provide real-time mission intelligence. His skills in digital forensics and surveillance make him indispensable, but his tendency to stay detached often keeps him at a distance from the more personal side of operations.

Skills & Influence

  • Cyber surveillance & infiltration
  • Facial recognition and AI analytics
  • Mission routing & satellite ops
  • Threat tracking and pattern recognition

Gear Loadout

  • Primary: Lightweight laptop + wireless intrusion suite
  • Sidearm: Glock 34
  • Tech Tools: Thermal drones, signal intercepts, encrypted comms
  • Specialized Equipment: Night vision goggles, high-powered computer scanners, mobile server unit

Classified Notes

Operative breached . server to extract actionable intelligence on foreign cell operation. Clearance for this action was not obtained.

Subject maintains private off-grid surveillance network. Known nodes operating from undisclosed locations across, Vegas, and Tucson.

Recorded field comms: “If it’s online, I can see it. If it’s offline, I can find someone who can’t.”

ROLE:
Tactical Leader / Former HRT Team Leader

KNOWN MISSIONS:

  • Stolen Valor
  • Cuban Tempest
  • Sonoran Ghost

Commander Cash Reynolds

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Commander Cash Reynolds

Role: Tactical Leader / Former HRT Team Leader

Personality Traits: Strong-willed, strategic, no-nonsense, emotionally reserved

Birthplace: Denver, Colorado

Commander Cash Reynolds

Missions

Stolen Valor, Cuban Tempest, Sonoran Ghost

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Bio

Cash Reynolds is a no-nonsense former FBI HRT (Hostage Rescue Team) operator turned team leader for the Direct Action Team. After years of operating in the shadows, his transition to leading high-stakes missions puts him at the heart of a conspiracy that threatens national security.

Skills & Influence

  • Hostage negotiation & crisis management
  • Strategic operations leadership
  • Combat and tactical firearms expertise
  • High-pressure decision making
  • Advanced surveillance and counter-surveillance

Gear Loadout

  • Sig Sauer P229 (Sidearm)
  • M4A1 Carbine (Primary weapon)
  • Body armor (Level IV)
  • Tactical communication system
  • Combat knife (Benchmade)
  • Surveillance gear (advanced optics, drones)
  • Blackhawk Tactical Boots

Classified Notes

Former HRT Commander voluntarily resigned after . incident during international hostage extraction. No official charges filed; records sealed.

Subject operates in grey-zone capacity with Direct Action Team. Unofficial clearance granted by . for high-risk operations with no political oversight.

Surveillance log: “We don’t get second chances in this line of work. We get results—or we get ghosts.”

ROLE:
Heavy Weapons Specialist / Tactical Breacher

KNOWN MISSIONS:

  • Stolen Valor
  • Cuban Tempest
  • Sonoran Ghost

Bull Rodriguez

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Bull Rodriguez

Role: Heavy Weapons Specialist / Tactical Breacher

Personality Traits: Tough, fearless, direct, team-oriented

Birthplace: El Paso, Texas

Bull Rodriguez

Missions

Stolen Valor, Cuban Tempest, Sonoran Ghost

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Bio

Bull Rodriguez is the team’s enforcer—a breacher and heavy weapons expert with a reputation for kicking in doors and getting results. A former Marine with combat experience in urban and desert environments, Bull is the muscle of the Direct Action Team. Despite his intimidating exterior, his loyalty to his teammates is unwavering. He’s known for charging into danger first and asking questions later.

Skills & Influence

  • Breaching and dynamic entry
  • Heavy weapons handling (SAWs, M249, M4 with grenade launcher)
  • Close-quarters combat (CQB)
  • Tactical support and suppressive fire
  • Rescue and extraction operations

Gear Loadout

  • Primary Weapon: M4A1 with M203 grenade launcher attachment
  • Secondary Weapon: Glock 21 (.45 ACP)
  • Breaching Gear: C4, sledgehammer, battering ram
  • Body Armor: Level IV tactical vest with trauma plates
  • Additional Equipment: Tactical headset, thermal breaching goggles, flashbangs

Classified Notes

Known for aggressive breaching tactics. Psychological profile indicates controlled aggression, excellent under fire.

Previous reprimands for “excessive force” during unauthorized ops—officially expunged.

“Let me go first. If there’s hell on the other side of that door, I’ll meet it head-on.”

ROLE:
Law Enforcement / Tactical Operations

KNOWN MISSIONS:

  • Stolen Valor

Sheriff Joey Comini

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Sheriff Joey Comini

Role: Law Enforcement / Tactical Operations

Personality Traits: Loyal, determined, pragmatic, protective of his town

Birthplace: Phoenix, Arizona

Sheriff Joey Comini

Missions

Stolen Valor

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Bio

A former Marine, Joey transitioned into law enforcement not just as a career, but as a calling. He believes in the rule of law, in justice over vengeance, but he’s not naïve. He’s seen how the world works, how good men get chewed up, and how criminals slip through the cracks. Unlike some of his more bureaucratic superiors, Joey still believes in doing what’s right, not just what’s by the book—which is what makes him both an asset and a liability in a world where corruption runs deep.

Skills & Influence

  • Local law enforcement expertise
  • Crisis management & negotiation
  • Tactical coordination for local law enforcement operations
  • Community relations and investigation
  • Small-arms proficiency and surveillance

Gear Loadout

  • Glock 17 (Standard sidearm)
  • Bulletproof vest (Level IIIA)
  • Handcuffs, radio, and utility belt
  • Vehicle: Ford Crown Victoria (Police Interceptor)
  • Flashlight & tactical flashlight attachment

Classified Notes

Subject provided critical intel during . cartel operation. Information bypassed standard reporting chain for expedited action by Direct Action Team.

Subject classified as Tier-2 asset for field cooperation in non-sanctioned operations. No formal paperwork submitted to DOJ channels.

Surveillance audio log: “We don’t have the luxury of politics out here—we have neighbors and family. That’s who I answer to.”

ROLE:
Special Agent / Counterterrorism & Counterintelligence Specialist

KNOWN MISSIONS:

  • Stolen Valor
  • Cuban Tempest
  • Sonoran Ghost

Agent Sarah Chen

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Agent Sarah Chen

Role: Special Agent / Counterterrorism & Counterintelligence Specialist

Personality Traits: Sharp, strategic, diplomatic under pressure, precise communicator

Birthplace: Seattle, Washington

Agent Sarah Chen

Missions

Stolen Valor, Cuban Tempest, Sonoran Ghost

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Bio

Agent Sarah Chen is a top-tier FBI Counterterrorism agent with deep ties to both field operations and Washington bureaucracy. Known for her sharp mind and cool demeanor, she specializes in bridging federal protocols with tactical field realities. In Stolen Valor, Chen becomes a critical ally to the Direct Action Team, managing high-level intel while navigating political landmines.

Skills & Influence

  • Counterterrorism intelligence
  • Inter-agency operations & legal navigation
  • Psychological profiling & negotiation
  • Asset management & undercover support
  • Strategic debriefing & post-op analysis
  • Foreign influence tracking

Gear Loadout

  • Primary Weapon: Glock 19 (standard issue)
  • Comms: Secure FBI tactical radio & encrypted sat phone
  • Utilities: Surveillance kit, field laptop, flash drive encryption tools
  • Documents: Federal credentials, covert clearance passes
  • Transport: Unmarked government SUV

Classified Notes

Agent Chen flagged inconsistencies in Congressman Adams’ security briefings. Intercepted communications suggest external political manipulation linked to ..

Operative classified as a dual-role asset—liaison to Direct Action Team and internal FBI watchdog for potential agency compromise.

Comms log excerpt: “If this leaks, it’s career-ending for someone. My job is to make sure it’s not you.”

Know the Enemy

THREAT TYPE:
Extremist Mastermind / Network Operator

THREAT LEVEL:
Extreme


LAST SEEN IN:

  • Stolen Valor

Abu al Mouadan

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Abu al Mouadan

Threat Type:Extremist Mastermind / Network Operator

Threat Level: Extreme

Known Affiliation: Independent Terror Network

Birthplace: Cairo, Egypt

Abu al Mouadan

Last Seen In

Stolen Valor

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Bio

Abu Al Mouadan is a global extremist strategist known for orchestrating large-scale terror operations that destabilize governments from within. He avoids direct confrontation, preferring to manipulate others into carrying out his plans. With roots in military and intelligence operations, Mouadan focuses on long-game psychological warfare, using small factions to fracture trust in public institutions. His influence extends across multiple continents, with operatives embedded in both rogue nations and political systems.

Skills & Influence

  • Psychological operations
  • Radicalization recruitment
  • Infrastructure targeting
  • Strategic network infiltration

Preferred Weaponry & Tactics

  • Forged diplomatic credentials
  • Encrypted satellite phones
  • Sleeper agent dossiers
  • Chemical components and false IDs

Classified Notes

Primary architect behind Phoenix rally bombing plot. Believed to control multiple operatives, including ..

Subject previously escaped extradition under alias during diplomatic event in ..

“Victory is not explosions. Victory is doubt. When they no longer trust their leaders, their neighbors, or their security, the mission is complete.”

THREAT TYPE:
Tactical Terrorist / Saboteur

THREAT LEVEL:
High


LAST SEEN IN:

  • Stolen Valor

Nadia al Hassan

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Nadia al Hassan

Threat Type:Tactical Terrorist / Saboteur

Threat Level: High

Known Affiliation: Abu al Mouadan’s Inner Circle

Birthplace: Tehran, Iran

Nadia al Hassan

Last Seen In

Stolen Valor

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Bio

Nadia Al-Hassan is a highly skilled operative known for her ability to execute high-level attacks with precision and efficiency. Originally from Tehran, she was recruited by foreign terrorist organizations and rose through the ranks due to her expertise in explosives and covert operations. Nadia’s missions are complex and designed to cause maximum chaos, operating under the radar but with a brutal effectiveness. Her calculated approach to terror strikes—whether bombings or sabotage—has earned her the fear and respect of both her allies and enemies. Despite her deadly reputation, there are whispers she may have deeper, personal motives behind her actions, making her an unpredictable threat.

Skills & Influence

  • High-yield IED design
  • Escape & evasion
  • Counter-surveillance
  • Field engineering and improvised logistics

Preferred Weaponry & Tactics

  • Remote detonation kits
  • Mobile jamming units
  • Concealed ceramic blades
  • Burner phones with secure encryption

Classified Notes

Subject responsible for blast patterns in . and ..

Facial recognition confirmed identity from Phoenix garage surveillance. Subject appears compromised—right leg injury observed.

“My bombs aren’t meant to kill, they’re meant to make them question everything.” — Nadia, intercepted transmission with a subordinate.

THREAT TYPE:
Political Manipulator / Corrupt Insider

THREAT LEVEL:
Moderate


LAST SEEN IN:

  • Stolen Valor
  • Cuban Tempest
  • Sonoran Ghost

Daniel Adams

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Daniel Adams

Threat Type:Political Manipulator / Corrupt Insider

Threat Level: Moderate

Known Affiliation: Unknown / Shadow Financiers

Birthplace: Miami, Florida

Daniel Adams

Last Seen In

Stolen Valor, Cuban Tempest, Sonoran Ghost

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Bio

Congressman Daniel Adams is a rising political star in Washington, cloaking his ambitions with a well-crafted public persona. Beneath the surface, however, he is deeply entangled in corrupt networks and foreign influence. Adams uses his position to further his own agenda, manipulating media narratives and controlling political outcomes to serve his interests. As an ally to covert forces and shadowy financial backers, he plays a dangerous game of power and deception. His ties to foreign terrorist cells and criminal organizations make him a key player in the larger threat the team faces.

Skills & Influence

  • Public manipulation & media control
  • Legislative sabotage
  • High-level donor orchestration
  • Strategic obstruction of intelligence findings

Preferred Weaponry & Tactics

  • Political influence
  • Private security detail
  • PAC-funded surveillance advisors
  • Encrypted political donor networks

Classified Notes

Adams’ campaign funding traced to shell companies linked to . foreign influence network.

Continues to downplay domestic threats in public while receiving confidential intel in closed committee briefings.

Transcript of intercepted communication with unknown associate. – “The public can be distracted—sometimes, they want to be.”

Readers Are Teaming Up

Real Action and a Great Story. As a former military man, this book hit all the right notes for me. It’s raw, intense, and quick to get to the action. The bond between the three brothers-in-arms felt real—like something I’ve seen firsthand. Wout, Odie, and Peter don’t just sit back when things go wrong; they step up like true warriors.

Gabriel

Good and gritty! Amazing from start to finish! Amazing action and rich plot, I would definitely recommend this to any friends or family that need a great military action read!

Annette Luna

Gritty, fast-paced, and hard to put down. This book delivers exactly what you’d hope for in a military action thriller – intense firefights, a tight-knit brotherhood, and a terrifyingly believable threat. The three main characters feel authentic, each bringing their own strengths to the table: sniper, shotgunner, and hacker. It’s clear the author knows the weapons and tactics, but what really stood out to me was the emotional weight behind their mission. They’re not just fighting enemies – they’re avenging a friend.

Dominic Whitehand