Brad Taylor is a bestselling author known for his thrilling and action-packed novels featuring the character Pike Logan. Taylor’s books have topped the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists and have been praised for their authentic and detailed depiction of military and intelligence operations.
Some of his most popular works include “One Rough Man,” “All Necessary Force,” and “The Widow’s Strike.” In addition to his writing career, Taylor is a former Delta Force officer and has served in the U.S. Army for over 21 years. This firsthand experience lends realism and credibility to his novels, making them a must-read for military and political thrillers fans.
Brad Taylor Books In Order
There are mainly two categories or series in the reading order of Brad Taylor’s Books. So let’s check them out:
- PIKE LOGAN SERIES
- TASKFORCE SHORT STORIES
#PIKE LOGAN SERIES
1. One Rough Man [2011]
One Rough Man” is the first book in the Pike Logan series, and it sets the stage for a heart-pounding journey of action, betrayal, and redemption. The story begins with Pike Logan, a member of a top-secret counter-terrorist unit, being called upon to execute a covert operation to take down a terrorist cell in the mountains of North Africa. But as the mission unfolds, Pike and his team soon realize that things are not as they seem, and they are being used as pawns in a larger game.
2. All Necessary Force [2012]
Pike Logan is being called to action once again. This time, the mission is to track down a terrorist cell planning a major attack on U.S. soil. But, as the team delves deeper into the operation, they soon realize that this is no ordinary terrorist cell. As they race against time to stop the attack and uncover the truth behind the cell, Pike and his team will have to navigate a web of lies and deception, outsmart skilled adversaries, and survive in a hostile environment.
3. Enemy of Mine [2013]
Pike Logan is pulled out of a mission in the jungle by his superiors. They have received a tip that a terrorist leader, long thought dead, has resurfaced and is planning a major attack on U.S. soil. As Pike and his team delve deeper into the operation, they soon realize that this terrorist leader is not just any ordinary enemy.
He is a personal enemy of Pike, someone who has caused him great pain and suffering in the past. As the team races against time to stop the attack, Pike is consumed by a need for revenge, but he soon realizes that this operation is not just about avenging past wrongs; it’s about protecting his country and his team from the enemy.
4. The Widow’s Strike [2013]
Pike Logan has to stop a rogue group of hackers threatening to unleash a devastating cyber-attack on the United States. But as the team delves deeper into the operation, they soon realize that this is no ordinary group of hackers.
Pike and his team will have to navigate a labyrinth of lies, outsmart skilled adversaries, and survive in a high-stakes game of cat and mouse. But the real challenge comes when they discover that the group is backed by a mysterious figure known only as “The Widow,” a woman with a personal vendetta against Pike and his team.
5. The Polaris Protocol [2014]
Pike Logan is called upon to investigate a series of bizarre and seemingly unrelated events around the world. Pike and his team will have to unravel a web of lies and deception, outsmart skilled adversaries, and survive in a hostile environment.
But the real challenge comes when they discover that the conspiracy is being orchestrated by a shadowy organization known only as “The Polaris Protocol,” a group with immense power and resources.
6. Days of Rage [2014]
Pike has to investigate a series of bombing attacks that have occurred across the country. But as the team delves deeper into the operation, they soon realize that these attacks are not random but are part of a larger plan orchestrated by a vengeful terrorist group seeking to settle a score with Pike and his team. But the real challenge comes when they discover that the group is being led by an old enemy of Pike, someone who has a personal vendetta against him and his team.
7. No Fortunate Son [2014]
A mysterious terrorist attack has occurred on US soil, and Pike has been called upon to investigate. But as the team delves deeper into the operation, they soon realize that the attack is not what it seems and that there is a sinister conspiracy behind it.
8. The Insider Threat [2015]
The plot centers around Pike Logan and his top-secret counter-terrorist unit, The Taskforce, as they investigate a high-level mole within the US government. The mole is leaking classified information to a powerful and dangerous enemy, putting the entire country at risk.
As the team delves deeper into the investigation, they soon realize that the mole is not just a single person but a network of individuals working together to destroy the Taskforce from within.
9. The Forgotten Soldier [2015]
Pike Logan and his team investigate a mysterious and deadly threat to the United States. The team soon discovers that the threat is connected to a legendary soldier who was thought to have died in action many years ago. As they work to uncover the truth, they soon realize that the soldier is alive and working with a powerful and dangerous enemy to launch a devastating attack on the United States.
10. Ghosts of War [2016]
The plot follows Pike Logan and his top-secret counter-terrorist unit, The Taskforce, as they are called upon to stop a dangerous and powerful enemy. The team soon discovers that the enemy has been plotting a devastating attack on the United States for years, using ghosts of wars past to carry out their plan.
11. Ring of Fire [2017]
The plot centers around Pike Logan and the Taskforce as they investigate a series of attacks on oil refineries and pipelines in the United States. The attacks are being orchestrated by a mysterious organization with ties to a powerful and dangerous enemy, putting the entire country at risk.
12. Operator Down [2018]
When a team member is kidnapped, Pike and his team must put themselves in the line of fire to save their comrade, but as the mission unfolds, they soon realize that the enemy is not who they thought it was. The enemy is more powerful and dangerous than they imagined and has a personal vendetta against Pike.
With the fate of his team member and the integrity of the Taskforce at stake, Pike must navigate a web of lies, betrayal, and deception to save his comrade and stop the enemy before it’s too late.
13. Daughter of War [2019]
A series of brutal killings in the Middle East occurs, and Pike Logan is called into action again. The killings are being orchestrated by a mysterious group known as “The Group” and are part of a larger plan to destabilize the region. As the team delves deeper into the investigation, they soon realize that The Group is connected to a powerful and dangerous enemy, putting the entire country at risk.
14. Hunter Killer [2020]
Pike Logan has been called to investigate a series of assassinations of high-ranking military officials. The assassinations are being orchestrated by a mysterious organization with ties to a powerful and dangerous enemy, putting the entire country at risk. As the team delves deeper into the investigation, they soon realize that the enemy is hunting down a rogue special operations unit and that the Taskforce is the only thing standing in their way.
15. American Traitor [2021]
Pike Logan is tasked with the mission of investigating a potential domestic terrorist threat. When a series of seemingly unrelated events start to unfold, Pike and his team soon realize that they are dealing with a dangerous and well-organized domestic terrorist group. The group is planning a major attack on American soil, and the Taskforce is the only thing standing in their way.
16. End of Days [2022]
Pike Logan and the Taskforce are called upon to stop a devastating attack on the United States. But as they soon discover, this is not just any attack. The enemy is a shadowy organization planning and preparing for the end of the world. As the Taskforce races against time to uncover the truth and stop the attack, they soon realize that the stakes are higher than ever. They are not only fighting to save the country but also fighting for the survival of humanity.
17. The Devil’s Ransom [2023]
When a high-ranking government official is kidnapped, the Taskforce is called in to rescue him and stop the terrorist group. As Pike and his team delve deeper into the investigation, they soon realize that the terrorist group is connected to a powerful and dangerous enemy, putting the entire country at risk.
#TASKFORCE SHORT STORIES
1. The Callsign [2012]
The book follows the story of the Task Force, a secret unit made up of the best operators in the military who are called upon to carry out the most dangerous missions around the world. In this book, the Task Force is on a mission to stop a deadly terrorist plot, but they quickly realize that things are not as they seem, and they are up against a powerful and mysterious enemy.
2. Gut Instinct [2013]
The Task Force is called to action when a rogue North Korean general is planning a massive attack on the United States. The team must race against time to track down the general and stop the attack before it’s too late. Along the way, they uncover a larger conspiracy and must navigate through dangerous territory and outwit their enemies.
3. Black Flag [2013]
The story follows the Task Force as they are tasked with tracking down a group of terrorists who have stolen a dangerous new technology. The terrorists plan to use the technology to create chaos and destruction on a global scale. With the help of their allies and a tenacious recruit, the Task Force must track down the terrorists and stop them before it’s too late.
4. The Dig [2014]
The Task Force is tasked with recovering a lost artifact believed to hold the key to an ancient civilization. The dig site is located in a war-torn country, and the Task Force must navigate dangerous territory in order to find the artifact. But they soon discover that they are not the only ones interested in the artifact, and they must fight to protect it from those who would use it for their evil purposes.
5. The Recruit [2015]
The plot follows a young man named Michael, who is recruited by the government to become a spy. He undergoes intense training and is eventually sent on his first mission to track down a notorious terrorist. However, as he delves deeper into the mission, he discovers that things are not as they seem and that the government may have its agenda.
6. The Target [2016]
Michael is tasked with infiltrating a dangerous criminal organization and bringing them down from the inside. He finds himself in a dangerous game of cat and mouse as he tries to gain the trust of the criminals while also trying to bring them to justice.
7. The Infiltrator [2017]
Michael is sent on a mission to uncover a secret government conspiracy. He must use all his skills and training to navigate the dangerous world of espionage and stay alive while uncovering the truth. As he gets closer to the truth, he finds himself in a race against time to stop the conspiracy before it’s too late.
8. The Ruins [2018]
Pike Logan and his team are called to investigate a mysterious crash in the Yucatán jungle. They soon find themselves caught up in a dangerous mission to uncover the truth behind the crash and a deadly conspiracy involving the Mayan ruins. With the help of a Mexican DEA agent, Pike, and his team must navigate through the jungle and outwit the enemy in order to uncover the truth and stop the conspirators before it’s too late.
9. Exit Fee [2019]
The plot revolves around the Taskforce, an elite black ops group, as they race against time to stop a rogue arms dealer from selling nuclear weapons to terrorists. With the help of a young computer genius, the Taskforce must navigate a web of deceit and danger in order to stop the sale and save countless lives.
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