Mr. Gobscheit follows a semi-retired US Naval officer and diplomat as he finds himself pulled back into the world of espionage and geopolitics when an old friend comes calling. Where did the idea for this first book in your thriller series come from?

I attended a literary conference in Dublin and then toured the island extensively, learning its history and current issues. I stayed where the first transatlantic communication cable landed and wrote early mornings in the homes we stayed at, incorporating much of the character of the owners.

Why was it important for you to weave personal relationships throughout the intelligence narrative?

My background as a retired naval captain and former diplomat gave me the perspective to view matters going on from multiple dimensions.

What research did you do to understand the vulnerabilities of the undersea fiber-optic cables and digital infrastructure?

Extensive research from multiple sources and contacts.

Where will Book 2 in this series take readers? Can you give us a glimpse inside?

Jack Gobscheit resurfaces in selling rare earth mineral deals and exploiting his relationships with Russia, Ukraine, and the USA. He ends up buying US citizenship and supporting the candidate who shared his transactional ideas, ultimately becoming the US national security adviser charged with getting Greenland for the President.

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