Book Description

In the wake of the tumultuous events of January 6, 2021, ‘The Fifth Horseman Manifesto’ emerges as a gripping political thriller, plunging readers into a world where democracy teeters on the edge of destruction. At its heart is Webster Kilgallen, an enigmatic octogenarian billionaire who views the insurrection as a dire omen—a modern manifestation of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, signaling the demise of American democracy. He views himself as the ‘Fifth Horseman’ who intends to confront the Four Horsemen and preserve democracy. Fueling the flames of chaos, Kilgallen unveils a chilling plan: he offers a staggering bounty on the Dark Web, targeting five influential ‘enablers’ whom he deems to be ‘clear and present dangers’ threatening the very fabric of the American Constitution. Dubbed ‘The Fifth Horseman Manifesto’, this manifesto becomes a catalyst for a high-stakes game of cat and mouse, where loyalties blur and betrayal looms around every corner. Caught in the crosshairs is Caitlin Kilgallen, fiercely protective of her father yet desperate to uncover his secrets. Her quest intertwines with Bastian Boudreaux, her father's confidant, whose allegiance is tested as the hunt for the Fifth Horseman intensifies. As the manifesto sends shockwaves through society, it sets in motion a dangerous chain of events. Adrien Escarra, a disillusioned Afghan veteran, sees an opportunity to redeem himself by pursuing Kilgallen's bounties, while James de Lacy III, the newly appointed FBI Director, races against time to thwart the looming threat. But the plot thickens when Victor Krassman, a titan of industry and one of Kilgallen's own targets, enters the fray, unleashing a wave of greed and betrayal that threatens to consume them all. In this deadly dance of power and deceit, principles crumble beneath the weight of avarice, friendships dissolve into enmity, and loyalties are shattered in a chilling tale of suspense.