The Extremist

‘The high-octane action begins on page one and doesn’t let up until the end. A top-notch thriller with the unmistakeable ring of authenticity.’ - Peter Robinson

‘It’s a tribute to Roger Pearce’s ability that the plot never becomes inpenetrable and there’s an uncomfortable authenticity as real-life operations are referenced… a breathless, hurtling page-turner.’ - Financial Times

‘Dramatic, fast-paced, codeword-heavy fun.’ - Guardian

‘Vividly written and delivering a glimpse of what counter-terrorism feels like, it’s a highly promising start from a writer who could well have a big future.’ - Daily Mail

Roger Pearce, the former Commander of Special Branch at New Scotland Yard, was responsible for surveillance and undercover operations against terrorists and extremists, the close protection of government ministers and visiting VIPs, and other highly sensitive assignments. He was also Director of Intelligence, charged with heading covert operations against serious and organised criminals.

After leaving the Yard, he was appointed Counter-Terrorism Adviser to the Foreign Office, where he worked with government and intelligence experts worldwide in the campaign against Al Qaeda.

Roger Pearce has degrees in Theology from Durham University and Law from London University. He is also a barrister-at-law. Married with three adult children, he has homes in London and Miami and is European security director of a high profile global company. In his novels, the author draws upon his knowledge and first-hand experience of a career in national security at every level.