Missing Dad 6: Ransom

In Missing Dad: Ransom (Book 6 in the series), Joe and his mates steal a consignment of cocaine from under the noses of the smugglers by swimming beneath the hull of the ship. Tommaso hacks the Kremlin, leading to the daring hijack of a remote-controlled Russian ship carrying an illegal cargo of deadly hypersonic Zircon cruise missiles. Joe's father is captured by the deadly Italian Camorra, who want Tommaso to return to them to take up active service again. Tommaso turns the tables by hacking the Camorras links to a Colombian drug baron, and hijacking the drug barons nuclear submarine packed with 200 tonnes of cocaine and spiriting it away from South America via the Arctic Circle.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 28 May 2021
Publisher: Troubador Publishing

In the thrilling sixth installment of the Missing Dad series, an escaped criminal from Joe's father's past poses a dire threat to his life, prompting Joe and his friends to take matters into their own hands. Determined to confront the enemy, they embark on a daring mission to steal a consignment of cocaine from under the noses of the smugglers. Their audacious plan involves swimming beneath the hull of the ship where the cocaine is attached, sending it swimming straight into the arms of Marseille customs officials. With their lives on the line, they narrowly escape alive, leaving a trail of chaos and intrigue in their wake.

In Antibes, Joe's half-Italian cousin, Tommaso, showcases his exceptional hacking skills by dismantling a heroin-manufacturing bunker. But Tommaso doesn't stop there; he takes his talents to the next level by hacking into the Kremlin, a move that sets the stage for a daring hijack of a remote-controlled Russian ship carrying an illegal cargo of deadly hypersonic Zircon cruise missiles. The youngsters risk their lives in the freezing waters of the North Atlantic as they execute their daring plan.

Meanwhile, Joe's father, eager to evade his pursuers, abandons a place of safety and falls into the clutches of the deadly Italian Camorra. The Camorra demands a chilling deal: Tommaso, who grew up in the Camorra's shadow, must return to their fold and resume active service. His unparalleled hacking skills are coveted by the Camorra, who see him as a valuable asset in their quest to plunder container ships arriving at the ports of Naples and Marseille.

However, Tommaso turns the tables on the Camorra by hacking into their connections with a Colombian drug baron. As the stakes rise, the game involves hijacking the drug baron's nuclear submarine, packed with 200 tonnes of cocaine, and transporting it away from South America via the Arctic Circle. With the fate of the world hanging in the balance, it's a race against time for Joe, Tommaso, and their friends to outsmart the Camorra and prevent a catastrophic disaster.

In this action-packed and suspenseful novel, author James Patterson takes readers on a thrilling journey through the world of crime and espionage. With his trademarked blend of mystery, suspense, and fast-paced storytelling, Patterson keeps readers on the edge of their seats as they navigate through a web of treachery and danger. The Missing Dad series continues to captivate readers with its compelling characters, intricate plotlines, and heart-pounding action, making it a must-read for anyone who loves a good adventure.

Weight: 250g
Dimension: 129 x 198 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800463578