FAQ

Who is Ethan Jones?

Ethan Jones

I’ve lived in Europe, Asia, Canada, the Caribbean, and the U.S. I’ve worked for the American Embassy, and currently do missionary work around the world when I’m not writing. I’m a lawyer by trade. My passion is writing. When I’m not in front of my computer, I’m outdoors, doing mission work, hanging out with family, or plotting my next book.

My first spy thriller book was published in 2012, and I have never looked back.  My goal has been to write thrillers that are clean, clever and captivating.

I currently have eight series:

  1. The Justin Hall spy thriller series: Justin, the deadliest CIS assassin, fights to keep the world safe from terrorists of all flags and creeds. Along with his trusted partner, Carrie O’Connor, the team is dispatched to execute next-to-impossible missions in hot areas across the globe. The series is complete with 16 action-packed missions.
  2. The Carrie Chronicles spy thriller series: features Carrie on solo missions and hunting terrorist masterminds in all corners of the world. Calculated, ready for action, and not one to follow the rule books, Carrie protects the world from the evil within it.
  3. The Jennifer Morgan suspense series: is an enthralling suspense thriller filled with backstabbing, danger, and intrigue as a young up-and-coming advertising exec tries to make it in the Big Apple, but at what cost?
  4. The Javin Pierce spy thriller series: When covert operations go wrong, the CIS sends in … The Corrector. Javin comes in when no one else can and cleans up the disastrous attempts of others all without leaving a trace…
  5. The Max Thorne spy thriller series: Russian FSB Agent Max Thorne, is struggling with a troubled, unknown past and aimless future. But while on assignment, Max learns his mysterious past may tie him to the CIA. Blindsided by those he trusted, Max is determined to do the right thing even if it means facing the darkness that is the Russian secret service, head on.
  6. The Jack Storm spy thriller series: Meet Jack Storm, an impulsive, double-crossed, former CIS extractor. With nothing to live for and nothing to lose after the devastating disappearance of his wife and daughter, Jack returns to service on deadly missions to ensure those in danger make it out alive…What happens when you mix a fearless loose cannon with a strong sense of honor, who’s extremely good at what he does? Find out in Jack’s first book The Extractor…
  7. A Saint assassin vigilante series: Assassin Xavier Saint has done many things, but never killed an innocent person. Now, he has uncovered a network of assassins eliminating innocents for profit, and he is being framed as the fall guy. With more to lose than just his life, Saint must bring down the entire network. But how?
  8.  A Tom Maverick assassin vigilante series: Assassin Tom Maverick is an old-school tough guy. He’ll kill anyone, for any reason, no questions asked. His life has been one terrible mistake after another. After being falsely accused of executing an innocent family, Tom is on the run. What’s worse, those who want him, found his son… Can Tom determine who is hunting him, foils their plans and keep his son out of the firestorm? Find out in Tom’s first book Firestorm.

What is the chronological order of Ethan’s books?

The Justin Hall Spy Thriller Series

  • The Interrogation: A Justin Hall Story (Prequel)
  • Canadian Assassin (Justin Hall # 1)
  • Tripoli’s Target (Justin Hall # 2)
  • Iranian Protocol (Justin Hall # 3)
  • Justin Hall Box Set (Justin Hall Books #1-3)
  • Justin Hall Box Set (Justin Hall Books #4-6)
  • Double Agents (Justin Hall # 4)
  • Rogue Agents (Justin Hall # 5)
  • Shadow Agents (Justin Hall # 6)
  • Homeland (Justin Hall #7)
  • The Saudi Strategy (Justin Hall #8)
  • CIA Connection (Justin Hall #9)
  • The Austrian Asset (Justin Hall #10)
  • The Belgian Bagman (Justin Hall #11)
  • The Cyprus Coverup (Justin Hall #12)
  • Covert Assassin (Justin Hall #13)
  • Target Acquired (Justin Hall #14)
  • The Russian Defector (Justin Hall #15)
  • Resident Spy (Justin Hall #16)

The Javin Pierce Spy Thriller Series

  • The Corrector (Javin Pierce #1)
  • Betrayal (Javin Pierce #2)
  • Closure (Javin Pierce #3)
  • Javin Pierce Box Set (Javin Pierce Books #1-3)
  • Retrieval (Javin Pierce #4)
  • Interception (Javin Pierce #5)
  • Deception (Javin Pierce #6)
  • Counterblow (Javin Pierce #7)

The Carrie Chronicles Spy Thriller Series

  • Priority Target (Carrie Chronicles # 1)
  • Codename: Makarov (Carrie Chronicles # 2)
  • Entry Point (Carrie Chronicles #3)
  • Carrie Chronicles Box Set (Carrie Chronicles Books #1-3)
  • Unknown Operative (Carrie Chronicles #4)
  • Foreign Interference (Carrie Chronicles #5)
  • Vatican Conspiracy (Carrie Chronicles #6) – included in book 6 is Last Op (Carrie Chronicles #7).

The Max Thorne Spy Thriller Series

  • 18 Minutes (Max Thorne # 0.5 Prequel Novella)
  • Agent Rising (Max Thorne #1)
  • Agent Recruit (Max Thorne #2)
  • Agent Assassin (Max Thorne #3) – included in book 3 is Agent Thorne (Max Thorne #4).

The Jennifer Morgan Suspense Series

  • The Secret Affair (Jennifer Morgan # 1)
  • The Secret Blush (Jennifer Morgan # 2)
  • The Secret Cause (Jennifer Morgan # 3) – included in book 3 is the final short story.

The Jack Storm Spy Thriller Series

  • The Extractor (Jack Storm # 1)
  • Mossad Extraction (Jack Storm # 2)
  • Extracted Asset (Jack Storm #3)
  • Unextracted (Jack Storm #4)
  • Perfect Extraction (Jack Storm #5)
  • Terms of Extraction (Jack Storm #6)
  • Rogue Extraction (Jack Storm #7)
  • Presidential Extraction (Jack Storm #8)

A Saint Assassin Vigilante Series

  • Assassin’s Call (Saint Assassin #1)
  • Assassin’s Vow (Saint Assassin #2)
  • Assassin’s Revenge (Saint Assassin #3)

A Tom Maverick Assassin Series

  • Firestorm (Tom Maverick #1)
  • Unleashed (Tom Maverick #2)
  • Takedown (Tom Maverick #3)

In which order should readers enjoy any of the series?

Readers agree that to enjoy the richest experience, the best way is to start at the beginning of each series, and to follow through. Most books build on one another, following plot lines of what has happened before. But if you come in a little later, that’s okay. Just like some of your friends, you didn’t know them all from birth and yet you can catch up and easily fill in any blanks.

Where are Ethan’s books available?

You can find Ethan’s books at the following retailers:

  • Amazon
  • Google Play
  • Apple Books
  • Barnes and Noble
  • Kobo
  • Everand & more!

I realize the characters are made up but when you mention foreign places and refer to events are some/all of these made up?

Ethan travels where and when he can, especially military bases, countries, and areas to research his next book. He does meticulous research to ensure accurate details about foreign locations, agencies, and operations. Of course, a lot of specifics are veiled by secrecy, considering that these are intelligence agencies, but he tries to find out as much as he can, whatever is available or has been leaked to the media. For the rest, he uses creative license to come up with locations, hotels, safehouses, and so on.

How much of what you write is fiction and how much is based on real events and locations?

Everything written is fiction, but some of the storylines are based on real events, although either dramatized for suspense or changed so that they can fit the genre. For example, in the Justin series, The Cyprus Coverup, a major plotline is a Qatari prince channeling weapons to fuel the wars in Iraq and Syria. While this character is entirely fictional, the truth is that there have been many reports that weapons flow from Persian Gulf states and other Middle East countries to these never-ending wars. What’s worse is that a lot of these modern weapons are made in America or other Western countries.

Does Ethan read his fan email?

Ethan is always happy to hear from readers and tries his very best to reply to each and every message he receives personally.

Do you scour current headlines for plot ideas?

Definitely. As they say, sometimes truth is stranger than fiction. There are many stories that make the headlines, which one could have never imagined. Some of the non-American media are especially useful to bring a more global perspective on current political events.

How can I keep up-to-date on Ethan’s books releases, reviews, and other news?

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When you write your books, do you visit the intelligent services headquarters? Like the DGSE, CIA, MI6, CIS, and the Kremlin?

As much as Ethan would love to, most service headquarters are off limits to civilians, especially the curious types like thriller writers. However, there are times when television crews are allowed special access inside these agencies, and those are the best ways to learn specifics about what’s going on behind these walls. Other times, former employees of these agencies give interviews. Those are excellent resources in becoming familiar with the structures and the operational ways of intelligence services.