Black Ops: The Life of a CIA Shadow Warrior

Enrique Prado, a Cuban refugee who retired from the Central Intelligence Agency as a two-star general, wrote Black Ops, a memoir of his legendary career spanning the Cold War and the Age of Terrorism. He and his team fought a little-seen and unknown war to keep USA safe from those who would do it harm, operating in the shadows and developing assets that proved pivotal in the War on Terror.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 16 October 2023
Publisher: St Martin's Press

Enrique Prado's journey began at the tender age of seven when he encountered his first firefight. Born into a middle-class Cuban family caught in the midst of the tumultuous Castro Revolution, his family sought refuge in America, driven by the aspiration for a better life. Fifty years later, Enrique retired from the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), holding the esteemed position of a two-star general, equivalent to his CIA rank. Black Ops, a captivating memoir, chronicles Enrique's legendary career, spanning two epochs: the Cold War and the Age of Terrorism. Working in the shadows, Enrique and his fellow CIA officers waged a clandestine war, fighting a little-known and virtually unknown battle to safeguard the United States from those who sought to inflict harm. His journey took him to duty stations across Central, South America, and the Philippines, culminating in his ascent to the highest echelons of the CIA's headquarters in Langley, Virginia. In late 1995, Enrique assumed the role of Deputy Chief of Station and played a pivotal role in the formation of the Bin Laden Task Force. Together with his dedicated team, Enrique conducted covert operations and developed invaluable assets that would prove instrumental in the subsequent War on Terror. Black Ops is a harrowing testament to the bravery, ingenuity, and unwavering commitment of the CIA's Special Activities Group and its elite shadow warriors. It sheds light on the perilous world of assassins, terrorists, spies, and revolutionaries, showcasing the unwavering dedication of those who risked everything to protect their nation. Enrique Prado's story is a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the enduring legacy of the CIA in the face of adversity.

Weight: 300g
Dimension: 208 x 135 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781250764294