The Hack

The Hack

Brian Leslie

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True American Publishing
Año de edición:
2024
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9798227143495
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In the shadowy realm where digital prowess reigns supreme, Alex Mercer, the enigmatic hacker known only as 'The Hack,' finds himself thrust into a high-stakes game of international intrigue. With a past as murky as the dark web he navigates, Alex possesses unparalleled skills in cybersecurity and infiltrating even the most formidable corporate fortresses.Recruited by an elite U.S. government agency, Alex is tasked with a covert mission cloaked in utmost secrecy: to infiltrate the encrypted database of the notorious Jemaah Islamiyah, a radical extremist group. The objective is crucial - uncover critical intelligence about their planned multi-pronged attacks targeting three major airports across the United States.Donning the guise of an anonymous operative, Alex delves deep into the dark web’s labyrinthine depths, where he encounters not only cutting-edge firewalls but also chilling fragments of video footage that reveal the group’s ruthless inner workings. With every keystroke, he inches closer to exposing the imminent terror plots, but his investigation also unearths disturbing details about someone close to him - someone who has been identified as part of this sinister web.Time is a luxury Alex cannot afford as he navigates through layers of digital deception and real-world threats. The pressure mounts from his government handlers, who demand results, while unexpected betrayals from within threaten to derail his mission. Just when it seems he has pulled together enough evidence to provide vital leads, his cover is compromised by a shadowy figure from his past - someone determined to silence him permanently.Trapped between loyalty and survival, Alex finds himself in a race against the clock, not only to thwart Jemaah Islamiyah’s plans but also to survive long enough to reveal the truth before becoming another casualty lost within the silent war fought behind screens. As the clock ticks down on a bomb hidden somewhere within American cities, the stakes couldn’t be higher.In a breathtaking climax, Alex’s digital prowess and real-world grit are put to the ultimate test. He must outmaneuver his adversaries, both virtual and physical, to unravel the final threads of the conspiracy. With lives hanging in the balance, he makes a daring move that exposes the mastermind behind the attacks - a revelation that hits painfully close to home.In the end, Alex emerges victorious, but not without personal sacrifice. He succeeds in thwarting the terror plots and dismantling the extremist network, but the price he pays is dear. The truth he uncovers about his past and the betrayal of those closest to him leaves him forever changed, a haunted figure navigating the blurred lines between heroism and moral compromise.As the dust settles, Alex finds himself at a crossroads, grappling with the weight of his actions and the knowledge that in the world of espionage and counter-terrorism, victory often comes at a steep cost. Yet, with his unparalleled skills and unwavering determination, he stands ready to face whatever challenges the future may hold, a silent guardian in the digital age.

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