Outskirts Press Book Publishing Presents Prelude to Danger
Prelude to Danger
by William D. Sample
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ISBN: 9781432750541
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Genre:
FICTION / Action & Adventure
Publication:
Dec 18, 2009
Pages:
126
Books by William D. Sample
For Secret Service Special Agent Gene Carey, safeguarding the president and the lives of the American people is job one. From our nation's capital to the dangerous streets of Bogota, Columbia, and Lagos, Nigeria, Carey and his fellow agents face off against forgery, counterfeiting and assassins. What creates those who are so willing to place themselves in harm's way? Go behind the scenes with this highly trained security force and into one man's past to uncover what lies within the classified world of those who play a vital role in protecting America's interests.
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New novelist Jon Renard of 'Dereliction of Duty' recently commented that 'Prelude to Danger' is an intriguing look inside the difficult and complex world of the U.S. Secret Service. Through his main character, Agent Gene Carey, Mr. Sample shows readers the stress and challenges faces everyday by these silent professionals charged with keeping our Presidency safe from harm. Mr. Sample also weaves tidbits of Presidential history into the story that could never be found in any history books. This story brings an often overlooked Law Enforcement Agency to the forefront and highlights it's commitment to protecting this country. Great Job William!!
His eyes began to focus and hands began to sweat from
the relentless stress and increasing tension of completing this mission. Everything was directed toward the target that
intended to kill the
president. The counter-sniper was focused on disrupting or destroying any assassin. The assassin had to be taken out at all costs. Not later, not tomorrow, but now. Any delay would be too late and would radically change the course
of history. Focus directly on the subject, aim, and gently squeeze the trigger. That was all it required. It seemed very simple on the
surface. But it would test his mind-set. You trained countless hours for this opportunity. But pause and wait a few seconds until the steady wind settles down slightly. Any wind deviation
would definitely affect the shot. But missing the first shot is not an option. No room for error and no turning back. Conditions had to be near prefect to get it right. Focus only on the target
and nothing else. Focus, focus, and focus again and blank out everything else around you—just as you trained to do. Everything eventually settled into place. The time was right.
The shooter carefully aligned the shot and without hesitation slowly squeezed the trigger. The popping sound from his highly
specialized rifle echoed through the room, yet it was subtle enough that it took slightly less than a second to find its target. The target did not immediately move at first; rather, moments
passed as the target began to lean over into some low bushes
behind him. The bullet was aimed at and struck the top of his head. The target seemed completely stunned by the impact of the single bullet and was convincingly compromised.
About William D. Sample
In January 1978, author William D. Sample was assigned to the U.S. Secret Service Facilities Management Branch, Administrative Operations Division. He was responsible for designing, renovating, expanding, and relocating field offices in the United States and overseas. For twenty-five years, in the majority of his field assignments, Sample worked closely with Senior Special Agents, traveling throughout the United States and countries abroad. His work assignments included assisting with the set-up of U.S. Secret Service Command Centers and protective sites for national major events that took place both before and directly after 9/11, which included the 2002 NFL Super Bowl in New Orleans, presidential Inaugurals and debates, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Salt Lake Winter Olympics, and the IMF Annual Meeting in Washington, DC.
Prelude to Danger is an inside, personal analysis from one who was privileged to play an important role in the mission of the agency. Part of the author’s proceeds from this novel will be given to the Association of Former Agents of the U.S. Secret Service, Inc. Sample is an Associate of the American Institute of Architects. His uncle, William J. Caunitz, was the author of the international best-sellers One Police Plaza and Suspects.
For Secret Service Special Agent Gene Carey, safeguarding the president and the lives of the American people is job one. From our nation's capital to the dangerous streets of Bogota, Columbia, and Lagos, Nigeria, Carey and his fellow agents face off against forgery, counterfeiting and assassins. What creates those who are so willing to place themselves in harm's way? Go behind the scenes with this highly trained security force and into one man's past to uncover what lies within the classified world of those who play a vital role in protecting America's interests.
In January 1978, author William D. Sample was assigned to the U.S. Secret Service Facilities Management Branch, Administrative Operations Division. He was responsible for designing, renovating, expanding, and relocating field offices in the United States and overseas. For twenty-five years, in the majority of his field assignments, Sample worked closely with Senior Special Agents, traveling throughout the United States and countries abroad. His work assignments included assisting with the set-up of U.S. Secret Service Command Centers and protective sites for national major events that took place both before and directly after 9/11, which included the 2002 NFL Super Bowl in New Orleans, presidential Inaugurals and debates, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Salt Lake Winter Olympics, and the IMF Annual Meeting in Washington, DC.