Böcker av Kurt Winans

As a result of the United States fracturing during his administration, and the lone star republic of Texas rising, chances for reelection in 2028 are precarious for President Jordan Harwell. As he attempts to regain the confidence of the nation, aid comes from Agent Heath Bishop of the Secret Service who dutifully fights all odds and continues on his lengthy quest. He must, with help from few others, solve an elaborate puzzle in the hope of identifying those responsible for the terrorist attacks of November 2026 upon America.Through a series of astute measures in 2027, the Independent Republic of Texas has been able to rise within a year of its long-awaited rebirth to a position of status upon the global stage. In the collective belief that they are nearly untouchable, Samuel Tillman and various operatives of his organization maintain a grip of power within Texas by continued use of covert maneuvers. None are aware that they may experience additional difficulties due to an enemy within which could surface from alarming sources and create unforeseen threats.

Can the world they left behind provide the answers they need to survive? Assisted by a mentoring alien species, Ross has led a band of recruits on a return to Earth in quest of restoring the dying human gene pool before extinction becomes inevitable. Twenty-six hundred years have elapsed on Earth since the asteroid apocalypse necessitated the Pilgrimage to escape Earth, but Ross and his group have aged only eight years during that span. What mysteries of new Earth does the distant future hold for them, and will their assistance be welcomed?

A Sci-Fi Adventure For Our Future...Opportunity knocks in this adventurous Pilgrimage sequel, as Ross Martin and his throng of believers are transported from Earth into the boundlessly mysterious and unexplored blackness of deep space. Only with the assistance of a superior alien species, is the colony able to locate a new world. Perilous conditions impede their progress and jeopardize the hopeful survival of the human race, but armed with determination the population wages a battle to persevere. In spite of the limited life sustaining natural resources and encounters with a wide range of unfamiliar and often dangerous indigenous life forms, hope is not lost. Although many question previous beliefs, they must adapt and brace for a probable turbulent future.

The universe awaits us...A historical science fiction novel that brings in elements from the past 50 years, Pilgrimage begins with Area 51 and takes the reader into a grander view of our future. Ross Martin follows a series of clues that challenge his leadership while broadening his view of humanity. How did we get here, and what will become of the Human Endeavor?

In 2026 America engages in a yearlong series of celebrations to honor its two hundred fiftieth year. As a nation, the United States is unaware of a planned attempt to inflict serious pain upon specifically targeted locations within its borders. From the cradle of Texas extremely wealthy, well connected, and powerful Samuel Tillman exhibits both compassionate and ruthless traits of his personality while orchestrating and overseeing a devious plot of domestic terrorism through the use of many operatives and their underlings.First term President Jordan Harwell and the nation are caught flatfooted as the overall plan moves forward, while secret service agent Heath Bishop of the President's personal detail must help his boss cope with the devastation as many of those surrounding him falter. In the aftermath the military is prepared to wage battle against a supposed enemy while attempting to appease an outraged American public in quest of retribution.

As a nation divides, a new threat surfaces…As President Harwell begins 2027 in Washington, D.C., he finds himself facing not only a war against Syria but also a fractured nation as Texas declares to legally separate from the United States. Now it's up to Secret Service Agent Heath Bishop to unravel the mystery behind the terrorist attacks while contending with the wealthy and powerful Samuel Tillman's elaborate plan to gain control of the former lone star state. As Texas moves forward in its attempts to be an independent republic, the operatives within Samuel's organization will stop at nothing until Texas is under their control. Will the United States be able to repair the damage, or will additional states join Texas in a quest for independence?