"Still recovering from the events of [his previous adventure], Dirk Lasher is thrust onto the international stage when US/Panamanian relations collapse. Dictator Noriega is beating the war drums, US Intelligence is screaming for a military invasion, and Columbian Cartels are exhibiting their brutal regional influence. Compounding the danger, the powerful political enemies Lasher made when he took out the island infrastructure are beginning to stir. They have awakened to the emerging counterforce he represents and his steadfast resolve to bring them to justice at any price."