Café Wars

A Historical War Novel

By: David Lee Corley

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

"David Lee Corley establishes himself as one of the masters of the thriller genre with rock-solid characters and a great plot." — Readers' Favorite

Algeria and France 1954. Encouraged by the Viet Minh triumph over the French at Dien Bien Phu, Algerian rebels seize the moment and rise in rebellion against their imperial masters. But Algeria is not Indochina; it is considered part of the homeland, and the French are determined to keep it.

French paratroopers once again lead the fight and find this is no ordinary enemy. The rebels attack from the shadows but live in plain sight in the Casbah, among the people. It is urban warfare at its worst. Everyone is suspect. Nobody is safe. Extreme measures are required.

With Lt. Colonel Bigeard and his men closing in, the rebel leaders change tactics and release their secret weapon – three beautiful sirens trained by a master bomb maker. They hit the French where it hurts the most – the beloved cafés of Paris.

French war correspondent Brigette Friang and the American pilot Tom Coyle return from Indochina to witness bombs ripping apart the streets of Paris, killing thousands of innocent civilians, and striking fear into the heart of France.

Can they stop the master bomb maker and his sirens, or will they become their target?

Based on historical events and real people, Café Wars is filled with heart-pounding action and suspense. It's a cautionary tale as millions of lives hang in the balance, along with the soul of a nation.

"A historical novel that reads like a modern political thriller, full of exciting action, larger-than-life characters, and unforgettable events." — Kirkus Reviews

"Not only are the characters compelling, but Corley skillfully builds tension with purposeful prose using sensory details and vivid descriptions." — Forward Clarion

"The book's greatest strength, perhaps, lies in its precision and delivery. The author has clearly done his homework..." — BlueInk Review