Quiet War

Canadian Front

By: Michael J. Lalonde

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Paperback | 9 December 2025

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Deeds not words. To the members of Canada's Joint Task Force Two, it isn't just a motto. It's a way of life.

Most Canadians have never heard of them, but when a Canadian veteran and a British intelligence officer vanish in Belize, it's JTF2 that answers the call.

Sergeant Sebastien "Rocky" Ray, reeling from the disappearance of his friend and commander, must lead JTF2's Alpha Team for the first time. The objective is clear: rescue the hostages and eliminate their captor. But the enemy is no ordinary zealot. He is part of a larger design, an architect of upheaval intent on reshaping entire societies.

What begins as a hostage rescue spirals into the opening shots of a Quiet War no one realizes has begun. As loyalty collides with duty and a shadowy adversary maneuvers unseen, Rocky must decide whether to cling to the past or embrace the role that could define his future-and the fate of his nation.

This gripping military, espionage, and political thriller written by Canadian veteran and former intelligence officer Michael J. Lalonde launches The Quiet War: Canadian Front, the debut novel in a bold new series that places Canada and its allies at the centre of a global conflict.

With its tactical realism, global scope, and emotionally grounded characters, it's perfect for fans of Tom Clancy, Jack Carr, and military political thrillers rooted in today's world.

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"A superb opener to the Quiet War series - razor-sharp military action, masterful espionage, and a geopolitical premise that feels ripped from tomorrow's headlines. A thrill ride you won't want to put down."

R.A. Flannagan, Author of The CANZUK at War Series

"This book nails the mindset of Canadian special operations-calm under pressure, ruthless when it counts, and often carrying the weight afterward. It's as close to real as fiction gets."

Randy Turner, Retire JTF2 Operator and Founder of Direct Action Combat Performance

"With steady pacing and grounded heroes this thriller feels too real and stands apart from other geopolitical stories by showing what Canada can do when it is force to act. The narrative is active and passionate, a cinematic glimpse into the high-stakes world of The Quiet War."

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