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Five Steps Beyond: A Titus Ray Thriller (Titus Ray Thrillers Book 9) Kindle Edition

by Luana Ehrlich (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.8 out of 5 stars 532 ratings
CIA operative Titus Ray took five steps. But not just any steps.
They were five steps beyond his expectations, five steps beyond his experience, five steps beyond his past.

He took five steps beyond his expectations . . .
When Titus is summoned to the White House, he expects to be offered a Top Secret assignment. What he doesn’t expect is where that assignment will take him, and how he’ll survive if he accepts it.

He took five steps beyond his experience . . .
Even though Titus has been through a lot in his twenty-year career with the Agency, he’s never had to learn about uranium enrichment, he’s never had his appearance altered, he’s never had to be a marriage counselor.

He took five steps beyond his past . . .
Operation Strike Out finds Titus revisiting his past to prevent the Iranians from developing a nuclear weapon to annihilate Israel. When he discovers the tentacles of his past are reaching into his present, seeking to destroy his future, he realizes he has to act quickly.

Will his prayers be answered in time or has his time come to an end?

Download this engaging, multi-faceted, character-driven thriller of international intrigue today!!

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“The characters are very well-developed and believable. I enjoyed the way the author described Titus Ray's internal struggles and character flaws creating a very authentic main character. The story was action-packed and one is left wondering how the author could be so knowledgeable of the CIA and the work of their covert operatives.”

“Excellent read full of action and intrigue, with a dash of soul mixed in for good measure.”
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    Titus Ray Thrillers
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  4. Publication date
    February 23, 2023
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A Goodreads reviewer writes, "The characters are very well-developed and believable. I enjoyed the way the author described Titus Ray's internal struggles and character flaws, creating a very authentic main character. The story was action-packed, and one is left wondering how the author could be so knowledgeable of the CIA and the work of their covert operatives. I've read and enjoyed many Robert Ludlum books and I'd rank this series right up there with his!"

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Each book can be read as a standalone novel, but for readers who prefer the series experience, the following order is suggested:

Order of Titus Ray Thrillers:
One Step Back, a novella, the prequel to One Night in Tehran
One Night in Tehran, Book I
Two Days in Caracas, Book II
Three Weeks in Washington, Book III
Four Months in Cuba, Book IV
Five Years in Yemen, Book V
Two Steps Forward, Book VI
Three Steps Away, Book VII
Four Steps Missed, Book VIII
Five Steps Beyond, Book IX
One Good Time, Book X
Two Good Deeds, Book XI
Three Good Lies, Book XII (Coming 2026)

Order of Ben Mitchell/Titus Ray Thrillers:
Ben in Love, Book I (chronologically after Two Steps Forward)
Ben in Charge, Book II (chronologically after Three Steps Away)
Ben in Trouble, Book III (chronologically after Four Steps Missed)
Ben, the box set, Books I, II, III

Order of Mylas Grey Mysteries:
A Day Ago, a novella, the prequel to One Day Gone
One Day Gone, Book I
Two Days Taken, Book II
Three Days Clueless, Book III
Four Days Famous, Book IV
Five Days Lost, Book V
Six Days Spent, Book VI
Seven Days Off, Book VII
Eight Days Anxious, Book VIII (Coming 2025)

Order of Silas McKay Suspense:
One Wonders, Book I
Two Believe, Book II
Three Confess, Book III
Four Doubt, Book IV
Five Alive, Book V (Coming 2025)

Titus Ray Thrillers, Mylas Grey Mysteries, and Silas McKay Suspense represent a departure from the sexually explicit, profanity-laced novels so prevalent in fiction today. Instead, they provide readers with character-driven stories, plots from today's headlines, and main characters who are trying to figure out how to live out their commitment to Christ in the very different worlds in which they live.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0BTBC8JHG
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Potter's Word Publishing
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 23, 2023
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4.8 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 319 pages
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  • Book 9 of 11 ‏ : ‎ Titus Ray Thrillers
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Luana Ehrlich is a USA Today Bestselling author and the author of the award-winning Titus Ray Thriller Series, Mylas Grey Mystery Series, and the Silas McKay Suspense Series. Her novels are clean reads with intriguing plots, fascinating characters, jaw-dropping twists, and occasional touches of heart-warming romance.

Luana developed her passion for spy thrillers and mystery novels at an early age, but she didn’t begin writing her own novels until her husband retired from the ministry. Now, she writes from an undisclosed location, trying to avoid the torture of mundane housework, grocery shopping, and golf stories. However, she occasionally comes out of hiding to visit with her two grandsons or to enjoy a Starbucks caramel macchiato.

To learn more about Luana, visit her website: LuanaEhrlich.com.

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Customers find this book to be an excellent thriller with well-developed stories and plenty of plot twists. They appreciate how the author develops characters without being too wordy, and one customer notes how it encourages Christian living throughout the narrative. The book maintains a fast pace throughout.

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23 customers mention "Suspense"23 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the suspenseful elements of the book, praising its well-developed stories and plot twists, with one customer noting how it keeps them totally engrossed in the tale.

"I really enjoyed this book so much. Each book in this series is so enjoyable, they are all must reads for me. I love the Titus Ray character...." Read more

"...I love the way the author combines intrigue, mystery and thrill, along with real life danger and spiritual changes and growth in her characters...." Read more

"...Her stories are well developed and keep me guessing." Read more

"...She has the ability to draw you into the story and next thing you know you are there with the characters emmerised in the story leaving you hate..." Read more

22 customers mention "Readability"22 positive0 negative

Customers find the book to be a great read and love the series, with one customer noting it has all the elements for a good story.

"...Love this series." Read more

"I really enjoyed this book so much. Each book in this series is so enjoyable, they are all must reads for me. I love the Titus Ray character...." Read more

"...This series is the best! We’ll done, Luana!! For Titus to meet up again with his mentors brought me to tears! The hair comb!..." Read more

"This book has all the elements for a good read...." Read more

7 customers mention "Character development"7 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, noting that the author develops them well without being too wordy.

"...He does such a great job portraying the Titus Ray character and narrating the story . I am looking forward to the next book in the series...." Read more

"...thrill, along with real life danger and spiritual changes and growth in her characters. This series is the best! We’ll done, Luana!!..." Read more

"...She has a unique manner of developing her characters into people with whom we can relate as they struggle with interpersonal relationships while..." Read more

"I always enjoy Luana’s books. She develops the characters well without being too wordy...." Read more

7 customers mention "Christianity"7 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate how the book incorporates Christian themes, with one mentioning how it weaves the message of salvation throughout the narrative.

"...I am looking forward to the next book in the series. This book is Christian and clean." Read more

"...intrigue, mystery and thrill, along with real life danger and spiritual changes and growth in her characters. This series is the best!..." Read more

"...with international intrigue along with some humor, romance, and inspiration...." Read more

"...She does a great job interjecting the Gospel without being “preachy”. Thank you Luana for another great book!" Read more

5 customers mention "Pacing"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the pacing of the book, noting that the story moves fast and maintains action throughout.

"...Fast paced with the faith Titus has in his relationship with God interwoven in the story line." Read more

"...A LOT of scientific lingo but the story moved fast. I’m certainly glad I live in America...." Read more

"Ehrlich's books are a must buy for me. Her stories are fast paced and engaging...." Read more

"Luana never fails to bring action and thrill to the story! The Titus Ray Thriller series is my favorite of all her series...." Read more

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    5.0 out of 5 stars Another “can’t put the book down” novel that is a homerun
    Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2023
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    I read the first book in the Titus Ray series when I lived next to the Iranian border and knew Iranian Christians who lived just like the people in the book. This series is very special to me and this book is the best! I love the way the author combines intrigue, mystery and thrill, along with real life danger and spiritual changes and growth in her characters. This series is the best! We’ll done, Luana!! For Titus to meet up again with his mentors brought me to tears! The hair comb! So much like the Iranian culture to give like that to others!
    You nailed it, Luana!!!
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  • EGF
    5.0 out of 5 stars another thriller
    Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2024
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    Iran again. New partner. Seeing old friends. Always sharing his faith. And admitting flaws but also recognizing steps forward in that faith. Love this series.
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  • jami
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another wonderful book in the Titus Ray thriller series
    Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2023
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    I really enjoyed this book so much. Each book in this series is so enjoyable, they are all must reads for me. I love the Titus Ray character. I listened to the audio of this book and I really enjoy the narrator so much. He does such a great job portraying the Titus Ray character and narrating the story . I am looking forward to the next book in the series. This book is Christian and clean.
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  • marcia
    4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent thriller
    Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2023
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    This book has all the elements for a good read. Titus Ray is on another assignment that takes him back to Iraq, which certainly had many bad memories of almost dying. As he works out his new found faith, he tries to keep a tight leash on his temper.He takes 5 steps into Operation Strie Out.
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  • Janice
    5.0 out of 5 stars my favorite author!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2024
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    Luana Ehrlich has the most fascinating novels. The Titus Ray series are my favorites. I have no idea how she knows so much about the CIA and all the alphabet soup departments of the US regarding security. But it makes me aware of the unknown unsung heros that keep us safe and I pray for their safety!! Her stories are well developed and keep me guessing.
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  • Jim & Roni
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another great novel March 22, 2023
    Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2023
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    Titus Ray thrillers never disappoint! Luana's detailed research never cease to amaze me. She has the ability to draw you into the story and next thing you know you are there with the characters emmerised in the story leaving you hate turning to the last page but eagerly waiting in anticipation for the next novel. Fast paced with the faith Titus has in his relationship with God interwoven in the story line.
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  • Suzanna Hanham
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another winner!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2023
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    Once again, Luana Ehrlich has written a book that kept me on the edge of my seat. It’s filled with international intrigue along with some humor, romance, and inspiration. She has a unique manner of developing her characters into people with whom we can relate as they struggle with interpersonal relationships while valuing family and friends. As always, I eagerly await her next book in this and her other series.
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  • V. Adams
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love Titus
    Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2024
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    I love Titus and Ben, and also the series with Ben himself too. They are all 👍 books! I haven't run across any of her books that didn't happen to be keeping me awake at night reading to find out what happens next,lol.
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