"In late October, America will be devastated by seeing thousands of Americans die, poisoned in the shadow of their false idols." Veteran CIA agent Valerie Vaughn hears this chilling warning and sets out to stop the attack. However, her plans are thrown for a loop when the CIA privatizes its operations forcing her to become a private contractor. Teamed with her rookie analyst, Echo, she undertakes her missions and discovers how much the rules of the game have changed. As late October inches closer she begins to wonder why she hasn't been assigned this particular mission. In her attempts to find out, Valerie discovers that the rules have changed far more than realized.
Mullany brings elements of mystery into the political thriller drama, bringing the reader along with Valkyrie as she explores the new world of 21st century espionage in America. With well over 75% off the CIA's budget being spent on external private companies, this series brings an authentic new perspective to the genre.