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Four Steps Missed: A Titus Ray Thriller (Titus Ray Thrillers Book 8) Kindle Edition

by Luana Ehrlich (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.8 out of 5 stars 760 ratings
CIA covert operative Titus Ray is used to keeping secrets. This time, it’s different.
This time, he’s keeping secrets from his boss, his handler, and his wife.

Operation False Flag is the secret Titus is keeping from his boss . . .
While his boss, Deputy Director of Operations, Robert Ira, would ordinarily be aware of any operation being run out of the Agency, this mission concerns the DDO himself, a mission that could cost him his job.

The whistleblower behind the operation is the secret Titus is keeping from his handler . . .
Even though his handler, Douglas Carlton, has been tasked with directing Operation False Flag, he has no idea Titus knows the identity of the whistleblower who gave the Inspector General the files that set the operation in motion.

The operation itself is the secret Titus is keeping from his wife . . .
Operation False Flag is a Top Secret mission, which means Titus can’t share the details with Nikki, but deceiving her about what he’s doing is a lot harder and more costly than he thought it would be.

Book VIII in the Titus Ray Thriller Series is an emotional roller coaster ride involving Titus’s personal life, his relationships at the CIA, and his desire to live out his Christian faith in the midst of a secret mission, a mission that turns deadly.

What People Are Saying About Titus Ray Thrillers:

“The characters are very well-developed and believable. I enjoyed the way the author described Titus Ray's internal struggles and character flaws creating a very authentic main character. The story was action-packed and one is left wondering how the author could be so knowledgeable of the CIA and the work of their covert operatives.”

“Excellent read full of action and intrigue, with a dash of soul mixed in for good measure.”

“A fast paced story line full of cliffhangers, conspiracy and romance!”

“I'm definitely hooked on this series. Much suspense, twists and turns.”

“ I recommend these books for all who enjoy good clean fiction, especially involving current events in the world. I like the development of the characters and their relationship.”

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    Titus Ray Thrillers
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A Goodreads reviewer writes, "The characters are very well-developed and believable. I enjoyed the way the author described Titus Ray's internal struggles and character flaws, creating a very authentic main character. The story was action-packed, and one is left wondering how the author could be so knowledgeable of the CIA and the work of their covert operatives. I've read and enjoyed many Robert Ludlum books and I'd rank this series right up there with his!"

From the Author

Each book can be read as a standalone novel, but for readers who prefer the series experience, the following order is suggested:

Order of Titus Ray Thrillers:
One Step Back, a novella, the prequel to One Night in Tehran
One Night in Tehran, Book I
Two Days in Caracas, Book II
Three Weeks in Washington, Book III
Four Months in Cuba, Book IV
Five Years in Yemen, Book V
Two Steps Forward, Book VI
Three Steps Away, Book VII
Four Steps Missed, Book VIII
Five Steps Beyond, Book IX
One Good Time, Book X
Two Good Deeds, Book XI
Three Good Lies, Book XII (Coming 2026)

Order of Ben Mitchell/Titus Ray Thrillers:
Ben in Love, Book I (chronologically after Two Steps Forward)
Ben in Charge, Book II (chronologically after Three Steps Away)
Ben in Trouble, Book III (chronologically after Four Steps Missed)
Ben, the box set, Books I, II, III

Order of Mylas Grey Mysteries:
A Day Ago, a novella, the prequel to One Day Gone
One Day Gone, Book I
Two Days Taken, Book II
Three Days Clueless, Book III
Four Days Famous, Book IV
Five Days Lost, Book V
Six Days Spent, Book VI
Seven Days Off, Book VII
Eight Days Anxious, Book VIII (Coming 2025)

Order of Silas McKay Suspense:
One Wonders, Book I
Two Believe, Book II
Three Confess, Book III
Four Doubt, Book IV
Five Alive, Book V (Coming 2025)

Titus Ray Thrillers, Mylas Grey Mysteries, and Silas McKay Suspense represent a departure from the sexually explicit, profanity-laced novels so prevalent in fiction today. Instead, they provide readers with character-driven stories, plots from today's headlines, and main characters who are trying to figure out how to live out their commitment to Christ in the very different worlds in which they live.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09DB4BNYW
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Potter's Word Publishing
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 23, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4.3 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 270 pages
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  • Book 8 of 11 ‏ : ‎ Titus Ray Thrillers
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Luana Ehrlich is a USA Today Bestselling author and the author of the award-winning Titus Ray Thriller Series, Mylas Grey Mystery Series, and the Silas McKay Suspense Series. Her novels are clean reads with intriguing plots, fascinating characters, jaw-dropping twists, and occasional touches of heart-warming romance.

Luana developed her passion for spy thrillers and mystery novels at an early age, but she didn’t begin writing her own novels until her husband retired from the ministry. Now, she writes from an undisclosed location, trying to avoid the torture of mundane housework, grocery shopping, and golf stories. However, she occasionally comes out of hiding to visit with her two grandsons or to enjoy a Starbucks caramel macchiato.

To learn more about Luana, visit her website: LuanaEhrlich.com.

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Customers find this thriller book well-crafted and suspenseful, with one review noting it's an excellent clean spy fiction. They appreciate the character development, writing quality, and consider it a great addition to the series. Moreover, the book receives positive feedback for its spiritual content, with one customer highlighting its non-preachy approach, and another noting its non-stop action.

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33 customers mention "Readability"33 positive0 negative

Customers find the book highly readable, describing it as a well-crafted enjoyable story that keeps readers engaged. One customer particularly appreciates its clean language without profanities.

"...The author presented a well-crafted enjoyable story. It kept my interest from the beginning until the end. •..." Read more

"...It is so fun following Titus and his many adventures. Enjoy for yourself." Read more

"...Great read, excited about the next book!" Read more

"...The book is well written, easy to follow and entertaining. The main character is a new believer and shares his faith often. This one is a winner." Read more

21 customers mention "Suspenseful story"21 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the suspenseful story of the book, which features many adventures. One customer describes it as excellent clean spy fiction.

"...I like the intrigue of a spy novel. •..." Read more

"...I enjoy a good mystery and especially when it is a good clean mystery. It is so fun following Titus and his many adventures. Enjoy for yourself." Read more

"...The plot is good, as usual. I love the flow of the book and the good language. The characters are well drawn and come to life during the book." Read more

"...Like all of her other books, "Four Steps Missed" has a terrific balance of suspense, humor, romance, and inspiration...." Read more

13 customers mention "Character development"13 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, noting that the author crafts interesting thrillers with well-developed characters.

"...There's much growth in the characters, especially Titus, the primary one." Read more

"...I love the flow of the book and the good language. The characters are well drawn and come to life during the book." Read more

"...The main character is a new believer and shares his faith often. This one is a winner." Read more

"...always delivers a great action packed thriller with a realistic view of her characters which make them relatable...." Read more

13 customers mention "Writing quality"13 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the writing quality of the book, describing it as a clean and well-written read, with one customer noting how the author gives attention to every detail.

"...No lectures. • This was a clean read and I highly recommend this book." Read more

"...I would recommend it to everyone who loves clean Christian rhrillers with Federal agents working to protect our country...." Read more

"...The plot is good, as usual. I love the flow of the book and the good language. The characters are well drawn and come to life during the book." Read more

"...but spends months developing characters and plots, giving attention to every detail...." Read more

9 customers mention "Enjoyment"9 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the Titus Ray series and find this book to be a great addition to it.

"This is such a great series! I would recommend it to everyone who loves clean Christian rhrillers with Federal agents working to protect our country...." Read more

"An excellent addition to the book series. As usual, suspenseful with action thrown throughout and justice being done...." Read more

"I have really enjoyed the Titus Ray series. I curious about what happens next! Big changes are in store for sure!" Read more

"I love the Titus Ray series, seeing a new Christian balancing his career and personal life in a God pleasing, yet realistic manner, while not..." Read more

8 customers mention "Spiritual content"8 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the spiritual content of the book, with reviews noting its Christian message, faith-sharing moments, and absence of profanity.

"...Missed" has a terrific balance of suspense, humor, romance, and inspiration. My husband and I eagerly await her next book!" Read more

"...The main character is a new believer and shares his faith often. This one is a winner." Read more

"...n't want to put them down, and they are spiritually challenging and insightful! They always leave me wanting more,and I re-read them over and over...." Read more

"...series, seeing a new Christian balancing his career and personal life in a God pleasing, yet realistic manner, while not sacrificing the excitement..." Read more

6 customers mention "Flow"6 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the flow of the book, with one mentioning the action is non-stop and another noting it makes time fly.

"...The plot is good, as usual. I love the flow of the book and the good language. The characters are well drawn and come to life during the book." Read more

"...As usual, suspenseful with action thrown throughout and justice being done. Great read, excited about the next book!" Read more

"...Great characters, excellent plot and just enough action. One of my favorite authors!" Read more

"...Characters are seamlessly created and developed and the action is non-stop! Well…I do wonder what’s gonna happen with Ben, now?" Read more

3 customers mention "Christianity"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the Christian elements in the book, with one mentioning how Titus learns to be a Christian.

"...It is so interesting how the CIA works and how Titus learns to be a Christian all the while being a top CIA operative!" Read more

"...I also love the Christian aspect while not being too preachy." Read more

"Love Titus!! Love how he tells the story!! Never a dull moment!! Keep them coming, Luana!! Can't wait for Ben In Trouble!!" Read more

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  • JP
    5.0 out of 5 stars An enjoyable Christian spy novel
    Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2022
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    What I enjoyed about this book:

    • There were funny moments and witty banter in many places throughout this book.

    • Nikki, Titus, Eleanor, and Mitchell were characters that kept you reading because you wanted to know more about them.

    • Olivia, Eleanor, and Carlton were minor characters that added dimension to the plot.

    • I like the intrigue of a spy novel. 

    • I like it when an author has the main characters use their brains and do not have them make ridiculous mistakes to drive the action of the story.

    • The author presented a well-crafted enjoyable story. It kept my interest from the beginning until the end.

    • I did not find this contemporary Christian spy novel preachy. Religion was just a natural part of the characters' lives. No lectures.

    • This was a clean read and I highly recommend this book.
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  • SB
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Sory continues.
    Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2024
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    I really love these books! I enjoy a good mystery and especially when it is a good clean mystery. It is so fun following Titus and his many adventures. Enjoy for yourself.
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  • Brenda Eldredge
    5.0 out of 5 stars great book!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2024
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    This is such a great series! I would recommend it to everyone who loves clean Christian rhrillers with Federal agents working to protect our country. So current to what’s going on in the world today. Hard to put it down at night!
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  • Tom Robinson
    4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable
    Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2024
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    This series is strong and each seems to him build and expand on the previous work. There's much growth in the characters, especially Titus, the primary one.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very good
    Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2023
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    The author, Luanda Ehrlich, is a very good writer and also has her books well edited; it is so appreciated. The plot is good, as usual. I love the flow of the book and the good language. The characters are well drawn and come to life during the book.
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  • Suzanna Hanham
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another fantastic Titus Ray Thriller!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2021
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    Books by Luana Ehrlich never fail to exceed my expectations! I like her books so much that I delay reading each new purchase, like saving dessert as the culmination of a good meal; and I savor each chapter! It's obvious that she doesn't whip out a book overnight but spends months developing characters and plots, giving attention to every detail. Like all of her other books, "Four Steps Missed" has a terrific balance of suspense, humor, romance, and inspiration. My husband and I eagerly await her next book!
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  • PLegg
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Read
    Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2023
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    An excellent addition to the book series. As usual, suspenseful with action thrown throughout and justice being done. Great read, excited about the next book!
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  • Mrs. C
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great, clean read!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2022
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    This book does not have as much spy action as some of the author’s works but I loved it. We got to know Titus’s heart toward his wife and future daughter. The book is well written, easy to follow and entertaining. The main character is a new believer and shares his faith often. This one is a winner.
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  • Allen Simmons
    5.0 out of 5 stars Titus Ray is My No. 1 Spy
    Reviewed in Australia on November 27, 2021
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    What more can I say other than I love her books and can’t wait for the next one. She is one very, very accomplished writer. The characters are three dimensional and dynamic, the plotting superb, the Christian themes are understated yet powerful and the story persuasively holds you in its grip.
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  • Grace
    5.0 out of 5 stars She Never Disappoints!
    Reviewed in Canada on October 14, 2021
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    Luana Ehrlich is one of my favourite authors. Her books are so easy to read and you become so absorbed in it you just cannot put it down. The characters have been so well developed it seems as if you know them peraonally and could just sit down and have a chat with them. Titus, Nikki and Eleanor are so looking forward to becoming a family. Then they discover there is a glitch. While they try to figure that out another assignment comes up and off Titus goes. One never knows what is going to happen or where they will end up but you can be sure it will be a great, suspenseful ride. Thank you Luana. Write quickly. Can't wait to read the next one!
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  • Avid Reader
    4.0 out of 5 stars An adoption leads to a revelation
    Reviewed in Canada on March 17, 2022
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    Titus is stopped short when his and Nicki’s attempt to adopt Eleanor hits a snag. A trip to Israel to find out whether the adoption can proceed is coupled with an investigation of the Deputy Director of Operations to lead to a big discovery. ENJOY!
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