Books with author John Reinhard Dizon

World War Two, 1944. After commando Carl Hansen is called to thwart the Allied invasion in Normandy, a love affair with the French heiress Angelique Dagineau becomes his only reason to survive the cataclysmic battle ahead.As the Resistance rises across Southern France, the tangled web of intrigue between the corrupt Vichy government forces, the Parisian criminal network and the Communist insurgents begins to unravel.When Carl learns that Angelique is the target of a massive Gestapo manhunt, he sets on a mission to save her. But can he find her in time?Praise:★★★★★ - "A historical thriller that holds back nothing."★★★★★ - "Intriguing at the beginning, satisfying throughout the end."

An international coalition is planning a return to the gold standard.Meanwhile, a network of drug cartels and financial speculators are preparing to launch Operation Blackout: an attack against gold depositories that would give them control over the global economy.With both US and UK pitted against a worldwide criminal enterprise, MI-6 assigns William Shanahan to disrupt Operation Blackout with the help of Jack Gawain, of the Ulster Defense Association. As the operation moves forward with full force, Shanahan and Gawain face an array of moral issues and deadly enemies.With the fate of the world hanging in the balance, the two enter a race against time and insurmountable odds.NOTE: This is the large print edition of The Standard, with a larger font / typeface for easier reading.

Who was Penny Flame?While researching the atrocities committed during the Apache Wars, university graduate Moneen Murphy learns of her great-great grandmother's key role in the conflict.Tracing the relationship between her grandmother and the natives, Moneen begins a journey into the unknown. As she slowly discovers the truth, dark secrets and ghosts of the past are brought into the modern era with catastrophic force.The story of this fateful chapter in America’s past reflects issues and events of the modern age, presented in an unforgettable, epic adventure.Praise from readers:★★★★★ - "Compelling and well-written... a must-read."★★★★★ - "Penny Flame is the best adventure novel I have read in a long, long time."★★★★★ - "A sweeping epic that kept me enthralled throughout."

There's a new crime fighter in town.After her father's death, Sabrina Brooks - heir to the Brooks Chemical Company - is putting her life back together.When she gains access to top-secret government archives, Sabrina uses her knowledge of chemistry to become a vigilante known as the Nightcrawler, and wages war against the ruthless drug gangs of New York.But even with the help of her best friend, NYPD officer Hoyt Wexford, can she take down the notorious drug gang Octagon and their mysterious leader, only known as Reaper?Praise for Nightcrawler:★★★★★ - "Completely hooked, I finished the story in a single sitting. If l you enjoy a fast-paced adventure with a side serve of romance, put Nightcrawler on your must-read list."★★★★★ - "I love to find a strong heroine in literature, and Nightcrawler did not disappoint."★★★★★ - "A masterfully written book. Highly recommended."

Based on the life of West Texas pioneer J.D. "Big John" Sanders, Generations is a celebration of Irish heritage, a story of indomitable spirit and unfailing vision, and of relentless pursuit of the American dream.After a whirlwind romance with the formidable Nora Brooks, Big John forges a cattle town in the rugged West Texas frontier during World War I. Thirty years later, Marion Kidd Sanders journeys to New York in pursuit of fame and fortune — and brings the family name to new heights.A historical family saga that spans a millennia, Generations takes you deep into the lives of one family, from their beginnings in medieval Ireland, through to Boston, Texas and modern-day New York.Praise:★★★★★ - "I recommend Generations to anyone interested in Irish history and epic family tales. A beautiful story of heartbreak and perseverance."★★★★★ - "Grand, ambitious storytelling all the way. A crisp, well-researched and well-edited read."★★★★★ - "A must-read slice of Irish-American history."

The Princess of Edinburgh has been kidnapped, and peace talks in Northern Ireland are in danger of falling apart. Princess Jennifer's fate attracts the attention of several international organizations, including the IRA, MI6, and the CIA.While Jennifer finds herself the mistreated prize in an age-old war, no one can expect what happens when the Irish assassin, only known as the Golden Terror, takes an interest in her.With the future of a nation hanging in the balance, the two cross paths and enter a deadly race against time, and some of the most dangerous men in the world.Praise:★★★★★ - "Sons Of Anarchy meets Mission Impossible."★★★★★ - "A tale full of action and intrigue, and an intimate look at the different factions of Northern Ireland."★★★★★ - "Intrigue, suspense, excitement. You've got all three in this political thriller."

A series of nuclear attacks has left the world in a Great Depression.Katia Wynter is a teenage girl living in a commune in New Mexico, ruled by motorcycle gangs who exchange protection for tribute. One of many kids who left their poverty-stricken homes in the town of Truth Or Consequences, Katia is searching for a better future outside the world their parents destroyed.But when Katia meets four mysterious men at the outskirts of the town, her world is turned upside down, and she's forced to rethink her view on the world... and her future.Praise from readers:★★★★★ - "This story will stir up your faith, make you smile at it's simplicity, and wish for more. I have never read this author before, but if this is what he offers I will be a fan for life."★★★★★ - "An entertaining and thought-provoking read.

An international coalition is planning a return to the gold standard.Meanwhile, a network of drug cartels and financial speculators are preparing to launch Operation Blackout: an attack against gold depositories that would give them control over the global economy.With both US and UK pitted against a worldwide criminal enterprise, MI-6 assigns William Shanahan to disrupt Operation Blackout with the help of Jack Gawain, of the Ulster Defense Association. As the operation moves forward with full force, Shanahan and Gawain face an array of moral issues and deadly enemies.With the fate of the world hanging in the balance, the two enter a race against time and insurmountable odds.Praise from readers:★★★★★ - "A thoroughly compelling read with some very interesting commentaries on personal ethics and morality and what we as a society are willing to sacrifice in the name of safety. You'll find yourself wondering where you would draw the line."★★★★★ - "A James Bond style thriller, but with grit rather than glamour. The author has thrown an enormous amount of plot into this book; there is never a dull moment."★★★★★ - "John Reinhard Dizon weaves an intricate tale of espionage and intrigue into an excellent read."

World War Two, 1944. After commando Carl Hansen is called to thwart the Allied invasion in Normandy, a love affair with the French heiress Angelique Dagineau becomes his only reason to survive the cataclysmic battle ahead.As the Resistance rises across Southern France, the tangled web of intrigue between the corrupt Vichy government forces, the Parisian criminal network and the Communist insurgents begins to unravel.When Carl learns that Angelique is the target of a massive Gestapo manhunt, he sets on a mission to save her. But can he find her in time?Praise:★★★★★ - "A historical thriller that holds back nothing."★★★★★ - "Intriguing at the beginning, satisfying throughout the end."

After Russian researchers develop a miracle cure for HIV, Trident Corporation begins the drug’s beta testing in America.Sabrina gets tangled in an international web of intrigue, as terrorists are using the project as subterfuge for an attack on American soil. Soon after, a terrorist attack rocks Wall Street. It is time for the Nightcrawler to come out again.But this time, Sabrina's lover Hoyt is in the thick of the action. With the war between drug cartels raging around them, can Sabrina bring the criminals to justice - and protect her fiancée?

Sabrina Brooks remains in a coma at Bellevue Hospital, surrounded by government agents. Meanwhile, another Nightcrawler has surfaced, continuing the struggle against Russian Mob and the Tryzub terror gang. Hoyt Wexford is now in charge of the NYPD's Nightcrawler Squad, ordered to apprehend the rogue crime fighter.Time is of the essence as a new terror cell under the mysterious Apollyon arises. Their demand: a $100 million ransom, or they unleash a mutated Ebola strain upon the populace of NYC.Is the new Nightcrawler their only hope, or can Hoyt find the masked avenger and learn his secrets before it is too late?Praise for The Plague:"Suspense, mystery and terrorists threats combine in this amazing read." - P.S. Winn, Amazon Review"Well-written, action-packed and full of suspense. Recommended." - Brian Wilson, Amazon Review

Great Britain is called upon by the American President to help neutralize an international terrorist threat.Escalating tensions within the Russian Federation lead experts to believe there is a conspiracy to destabilize its Western rivals: a mysterious arms smuggling gang is suspected of bringing weapons into the US for a series of terror attacks.Shanahan and Gawain are teamed with EUROPOL agent Lucretia Corcosa in an effort to infiltrate the ring, and assassinate its leaders. They are drawn deep into the world of arms trading, Corsican mob and Russian espionage.Soon, the three have to confront the most dangerous enemy they have ever faced: The Citadel.The Citadel is a standalone novel, and can be enjoyed even if you haven't read other books in the series.Praise from readers:"Excellently written and engaging from the first page to the last." - Linda, Amazon Review"Reading this made me feel like I was inserted into a James Bond/Jason Bourne thriller that just kept moving with plots and sub-plots until the end." - J.C.D., Amazon Review