“A fast-paced, all-out action-fest… Steele is the kind of adventure hero whom everyone will want to see succeed, and here he’s up against antagonists who define sheer villainy… Parnell has jumped to the top of the military-thriller class, right up there with Brad Thor and Vince Flynn.” -- Booklist (starred review)

“There is never any lack of action, and putting this thriller down is a tall order.” -- Lima Charlie

“A completely gripping story.” -- Clive Cussler, New York Times bestselling author

“A definite winner... In developing his plot and main character, Parnell writes like a veteran… The main story line here, involving friends turned mortal enemies, is a grabber and will certainly please fans of Brad Thor, Brad Taylor, and Vince Flynn.” -- Booklist (starred review)

“The mission becomes increasingly complex, dangerous, and engaging once Steele learns that the attack on his home is tied to assassination plans for some of the world’s most prominent leaders… A well-written and well-researched page-turner.” -- Kirkus Reviews

“Sean Parnell continues to impress with his second novel, a timely action thriller that brings the pain in a big way… Readers will enjoy following Eric Steele as he goes to work killing bad guys and trying to save the world.” -- RealBookSpy

“[A] rousing novel… [with] vivid, unrelenting action scenes… A lingering mystery will leave readers eager for Steele’s next adventure.” -- Publishers Weekly

“Bristling with intrigue, deceit, power and treason―once you pick this book up, you will NOT be able to put it down.” -- Brad Thor #1 New York Times bestselling author of Spymaster

“Man of War is a breakneck-speed thriller with enough action and combat to satisfy any reader.  Eric Steele is a one-man army, and Sean Parnell uses his background in tactics and weapons to bust into the ranks of the best thriller writers out there.” -- C.J. Box,  #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Disappeared

“Fast, hard, and effortlessly authentic―both lead character Eric Steele and author Sean Parnell are the real deal.” -- Lee Child, author of The Midnight Line

Sean Parnell is a former U.S. Army airborne ranger who served in the legendary 10th Mountain Division for six years, retiring as a captain. He received two Bronze Stars (one for valor) and the Purple Heart. He is a passionate supporter of America's military and is currently serving as an ambassador for the Boot Campaign, a national veteran's charity. He lives with his three children in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.