The Righteous Within The Jordan Kline Series. Book 2. In 1945, as the Third Reich collapses and Berlin burns, a group of dedicated Nazis meticulously plot revenge for their humiliating defeat in the Second World War. Years pass and the State of Israel grows into a modern and vibrant country. But is all as it should be within the Jewish state? The Deputy Director of the nuclear plant in Dimona is murdered during a conference at the Sands Tel Aviv hotel, managed by Jordan Kline, ex Mossad agent turned hotelier. The only clue is a swastika and four letters desperately scrawled on a bathroom mirror. But what can the Nazi symbol possibly represent in today's Israel? Jordan Kline is once more reluctantly embroiled in the world he tried so hard to turn his back on after becoming disillusioned with the continued violence in the agency. He uncovers a diabolical conspiracy born in the dying days of the Second World War. Fulfilling a deadly mission created by Nazis already long in their graves, it now threatens to unleash a massive onslaught that can only lead to annihilation of Israel. Can Jordan Kline uncover the horrific truth and identify the conspirators before it is too late? Can he unravel the secret before time runs out? The unique and deeply disturbing plot of The Righteous Within will hold you in white-knuckle suspense until the last page as you follow Jordan Kline's dangerous race against time and deadly enemies intent on killing him and destroying Israel. INTRODUCTION: In the dying days of the Second World War many thousands of refugees streamed towards a new life in what is today the State of Israel. They came any way they could; by sea, land and air. Many were survivors of the horrors of the Nazi concentration camps, others left homeless by the war. They wanted a new life. Among all the horror stories that were the life experiences of many of these unfortunate people, there were stories of courage and immense bravery. These saviors faced death on a daily basis to save Jews, and came to be known as the Righteous among the Nations. Today there is an avenue of the righteous in the Holocaust Museum at Yad Vashem in Jerusalem, a peaceful avenue shaded by trees planted in their honor by a grateful nation. Some of the beautiful green trees swaying gently in the cool Jerusalem breeze on the sacred avenue shade a terrifying truth. Many years go by and the State of Israel grows into a modern and vibrant state, protected by the Israel Defense Forces and also by its strong ally, the USA. Now married to Irit his girlfriend of six years, Jordan uncovers a terrifying trail of conspiracy born in the dying days of the Second World War. It threatens to destroy the State of Israel. It is a plot that would start a war uniting all her enemies against her in a massive Arab onslaught that could only lead to annihilation of the State. Jordan, with Irit and Shalom, the Chief of Security at his hotel, join forces once more to undo the mystery of the enemies lined up against Israel.
About the Author: Stephen was born to expatriate parents in Calcutta India. From the age of eight he was educated in English private schools. He attended St. Andrews Preparatory school in Pangbourne Berkshire and Shrewsbury School in Shrewsbury Shropshire. Pursuing a career in hospitality, Stephen graduated cum laude from the prestigious Lausanne Hotel School, Switzerland. He has worked in and managed hotels in England, Israel, South Africa, Canada and most recently in Cyprus. In 1975, while working at the Ramada Tel Aviv he met his wife Mali. They were married a year later in South Africa. Stephen returned to Israel from Canada in 1984 to take up the position of Executive Assistant Manager at the opening of the famous King Solomon's Palace Hotel in the Red Sea Resort town of Eilat. The family lived there for the following eight years. The idea to write a thriller on the Middle Eastern conflict between Israel and the Palestinians was born during the latter part of 1991 after experiencing Israel's return of Taba to Egypt following International Arbitration. The following years living in Israel through the Palestinian Intifadas and the numerous suicide attacks have added to the extensive experience that Stephen was able to draw on. He also enjoyed being able to add anecdotes from his long and colorful international hotel career. In his first book, he introduces the reader to Jordan Kline, the star of the series. Kline is an ex Mossad operative and now successful hotel manager. Stephen began writing with Mali's encouragement as a test to explore his own creativity and writing capabilities. Finally completed, Stephen requested that a few close friends read the draft manuscript. The amazing response has pushed Stephen to pursue publication of The Taba Convention, and to continue writing novels in the Jordan Kline series. Serving as General Manager of the David's Citadel Hotel in Jerusalem Stephen hosted many foreign Presidents, dignitaries and their delegations. These included President Vladimir Putin of Russia, Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, President Sakaashvili of Georgia, frequent visits by Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon, as well as Israeli Cabinet Ministers and Parliamentarians. His experience has afforded Stephen invaluable insight into security procedures among various government organizations. Stephen and his family currently reside in Toronto, Canada.