International Money Hunt—Vanishing Drug Lords—A Missing Heiress!

   Carlos and Juan, bad boy entrepreneurs with their undercover resource-gathering company, found a way to pirate satellite communications. A useful skill when it comes to relocating wanted drug lords and their reserves under the noses of Mexican authorities and despite American agencies.
   The R-Group is called in to discretely explore the situation. Major global powers turn to these technologists to dig for sensitive evidence with private contracts. Undeniably, this R-Group is the most powerful covert information brokerage firm on the planet.         Even with their ability to gather, analyze, and use intelligence rapidly, sometimes it’s not enough to solve the puzzle in time. 
   A series of chance events places the brothers and the R-Group on an intercept course. Whether or not these two very different organizations can effectively collaborate is, at best, problematic. When Carlos and Juan find themselves lined up in the sights of the R-Group, they are forced to choose sides.
   In the second book of The Enigma Series, Breakfield and Burkey provide a tale of high-stakes data brokering, while remaining an enjoyable yarn of lost and found, loving and growing, but gambling with life and death.

Sample from the Audiobook:

Narrated by: Derek Shoales

Length: 10hrs 19mins

Release Date: September 13, 2017

"Breakfield and Burkey's manipulation of words creates beautiful imagery for the reader. From the first pages, you feel as though you are in a current of words that flow easily and naturally. At no time did the book feel jaded or stuck which meant I found myself glued to the plot line, eager to find out what happens. Breakfield and Burkey do a fantastic job of the novel with their quirky one-liners and clever plot line."

- Literary Titan 5-Star Review

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How far will world powers go for military communications supremacy?

   A military leak exposes Professor Su Lin to danger. Can R-Group leaders, Jacob and Petra, secure her nanotechnology and drone research in time?
   Defense contractor, Keith Avery is tasked to assemble next-generation communications to support NATO Allies.
   Recommending a visionary approach, he soon draws the attention of a terrorist group with traumatic results. Extremists, directed by a competing power, captures         Avery to ruthlessly extract the technical solution.
   The race is on, risks are high, competitors fierce!
   To prove the technology, Lin creates a riddle for the R-Group to solve. As the clock runs down, everyone realizes —no one will go home if they fail. Will the R-Group with their supercomputer be enough? Find out in Book 3 The Enigma Ignite.

Sample from the Audiobook:

Narrated by: Derek Shoales

Length: 10hrs 27mins

Release Date: December 18, 2017

"A solid espionage thriller that adds more tension and lightheartedness to the series."

- Kirkus Review

Darknet designer virus holds cities, power grids, banks, and NATO hostage!

   R–Group’s talented Jacob, Petra, and Quip find fragments of an insidious code from different casualties. The race is on to assemble the digital pieces to identify the bad actors. Each incident shows the software virus maturing as well as offering new clues to the source.
   How do you get ahead of a virus that taunts its victims as it learns?
   As the deceptive code grows like a cancer, embedding itself across the cyber frontier, can a cure be developed? Or is this puzzle so dizzyingly complex that it cannot be solved by the R-Group!
   Two shadowy figures, known as Callisto and Mephisto are testing their devastating Ghost Code on the digital landscape. Their identity, location, and ultimate agenda is unclear. The R-Group must find these predators.
   Who’s to blame? Do we allow technology too much access to our lives? The benefits are compelling, but it exposes us to vulnerabilities with dramatic consequences.
   Exploitation by greedy cyberthugs is only a click away.

Sample from the Audiobook:

Narrated by: Derek Shoales

Length: 10hrs

Release Date: March 19, 2018

"Another stellar installment. Breakfield and Burkey show no signs of slowing down in an ever improving series. "

- Kirkus Review

Cyberthugs want Big Data to dictate your destiny.

   Mathematical genius, Gretchen, creates a formula to dynamically aggregate today’s events to accurately forecast tomorrow’s outcomes. She uses global resources to gather, correlate, and analyze vast amounts of data. The results identify ripples and patterns in the erratic river of human behavior. Her goal—to decide the future for mankind.
   Leaders of the R-Group believe alarming events are engineered by multiple cyber weasels. One is adjusting oil and currency futures for their own ends. Another appears to use supercomputer predictions to destabilize Russian satellite nations. A technician at an Oak Ridge facility demonstrates an uncanny ability to play the stock market—until he turns up dead.
   Jacob and Petra, with support from the cyber assassin technology solutions (CATS) team, are sent to neutralize these threats. A traitor lurks among the shadows of the CATS team bent on sabotage from within.

Sample from the Audiobook:

Narrated by: Derek Shoales

Length: 10hrs 59mins

Release Date: June 12, 2018

"The plot is nail-biting, edge of your seat. We are given new characters and some returning characters... Derek Shoales, the narrator, performs the book perfectly... His voice has a calm, soothing tone. He projects the characters' feelings – whether shock, amusement or pain – very well. I enjoy listening to him."

- MidwestBonsai Review

   While the R-Group continues its quest to protect people from immoral technological advancements, The Enigma Always has the team battling Dr. Pekoni as he seeks to attain the capability to engineer human tissue and live forever.
   Not only must the R-group dig deep into their arsenal to beat Pekoni’s threat, they must overcome the strain from the diverse forces threatening to pull them apart.           Returning cyber opponents interject their own brand of cyber-terrorism that also diverts the team’s resources.
   Still reeling from physical and emotional wounds, Petra is unable to face the group; Buzz has fallen hard for Daria; and Su Lin’s past not only puts her in danger, but also has the group doubting her motives.
   A thrilling look at what happens when leading-edge computing power is leveraged against biotechnical engineering, The Enigma Always keeps both minds and passions engaged.

In technology combat, as in chess, there is always a single winning player.

Sample from the Audiobook:

Narrated by: Derek Shoales

Length: 12hrs 17mins

Release Date: December 18, 2017

"The sixth book in the series and sixth time being kept wrapped in the adventure... Great Narration once again by Derek of the great Breakfield & Burkey story. Sometimes I wonder what it is like inside all their heads, then I say, No not going there, my own is crazy enough..."

- Dave Welling

   In the heart of the digital age, new advancements continue to make everything faster, easier, and more convenient than ever before.

However, when these powerful technologies end up in the wrong hands, even an online game can be a catalyst for harmful cybercrimes—causing pain and turmoil in both the real and digital realms.

   CATS (Cyber Assassins Technology Services) evolved from the moral fiber of the R-Group as an elite squad of cyber sleuths that uses groundbreaking techniques to eliminate corruption and crime. They are called upon for security support by cities, businesses, and common services at various locations across the globe.
   Shrouded by perceived anonymity, the unconscionable evil doers may think they’re completely untraceable. However, our cyber champions, Julie, Juan, and their CATS team, have plenty of virtual tricks up their sleeves—including the supercomputer ICABOD, who is eager to help plunge these evildoers into darkness forever.

Sample from the Audiobook:

Narrated by: Derek Shoales

Length: 9hrs 34mins

Release Date: December 17, 2018

"Okay. The book was awesome. My favorite character pair were ICABOD and Julie. Their biplay was hilarious! I also enjoyed the newest duo, and the Blarney-style of Jamie. I appreciated the team breakdown at the beginning, as it made it easier to navigate through the storylines. As storylines go, this one is the vastest yet. The way it ends, though... Seriously, you will want to have the next book queued up before it ends. Me? I have to go figure out which book is next. I highly recommend this book and the entire series."

- Erobbins33

What would you do if the global markets for commodities went into free fall and national economies started to wobble?

   Many individuals and governments would panic, fearing that countries might destabilize and throw the world into chaos. But not the R-Group! Its members— technological whizzes dedicated to protecting civilization from cyber enemies— immediately start hunting for the culprit to blame for the markets’ gyrations.
   Team members Jacob, Petra, Quip, EZ, and others use their special expertise to investigate the price manipulations in the commodities markets. Their goal is to identify the “dark matter organization” responsible and stop it before it’s too late.
   As the team members start uncovering clues, there are kidnappings, romances, and run-ins with a sinister computer genius who keeps a samurai sword ready in his office for heated discussions.
   Packed with thrills and intrigue, The Enigma Broker is a thought-provoking cautionary tale for our technology-obsessed society.

Sample from the Audiobook:

Narrated by: Derek Shoales

Length: 10hrs 39mins

Release Date: March 26, 2019

"Any reader can tell that the research and partnership for this book was executed expertly. There is no clashing in the story where two authors disagree. Instead, this is a seamless book that flows as if it were written by one person. The romance and the action combine to give this book an added flair. Any reader would get a great read out of this."

- Literary Titan 5-Star Review

Someone’s running illegal operations off the books, leaving no digital footprint.

   The Cyber Assassin Technology Services (CATS) team, led by Julie and Juan, are hunting for the mechanics of these illegal transactions to find the specific culprits and their end game. In this tale, the CATS operatives are forced to work together in ways that will either make them stronger or tear them apart. Through several unrelated events across the globe, these operatives determine they are tracking Analog Information Mules or AIMs.

   Marge and Mike, leaders of the shady global crude shipper, ePETRO, create a complex choreographed relationship for their two controversial clients. How does their loyal lieutenant, Steven Christopher, help them achieve their goals? Julie goes undercover to prove how ePETRO is adding to their bottom line.

   Can ePETRO continue shipping their prized cargos to distasteful clients without being caught? Could the Islamic freedom fighters be the ones to obtain the uranium by shipping illegal oil? How many of the CATS operatives will be eliminated before stopping the AIMs information gathering, which might trap the world in war? Can CATS teams find and stop the evil conspirators? 

   In The Enigma Dragon, book 9 within the award winning The Enigma Series, authors Breakfield and Burkey take you on a techno thriller ride of analog versus the digital communication that spills across the Darknet of today’s world. The tale explores the possible being probable and asks how far can humans stray today without their digital baggage?

Sample from the Audiobook:

Narrated by: Derek Shoales

Length: 10hrs 27mins

Release Date: June 10, 2019

"Charles Breakfield and Roxanne Burkey bring the CATS team together again for non-stop action while also adding in some past characters. I loved how they folded in Jamie onto the team and into the story! The twists and turns in this technological thriller are amazing. Breakfield and Burkey blend the characters and plot together making them seamless – nothing is forced or out of balance. The visual story that their carefully constructed words paint is thorough and clear, I can see Julie, Stephen, Jamie, and the others clearly in my head as I listen. I dare say there was one point when I could not believe where they took the story – OMG, I wanted to cry and scream at the same time!"

- Charla White 5-Star Review

The world is poised for replacing fiat currency by a superior digital currency. Which one? 

   Global Bank wants to lead the race to blockchain adoption. Without inhouse expertise, Tonya is tasked to hire a cryptologist to design the cryptocurrency requirements. 
   Hack-and-slash digital swindlers, Mathias and Dutch, are jumping from country to country, peddling their crypto-currency as an economic savior. Their next target is Venezuela. These pirates do coupon-clipping directly from your wallet. 
   Early cryptocurrency pioneer, Su Lin, formerly Master Po, is threatened by her past life. China expects to win the world’s digital reserve currency status. 
   Jacob, Petra, and Quip, R-Group experts, keep tabs on the charlatans and digital currency players to identity cyber good guys versus bad actors from the Darknet. 
Can the R-Group maintain global economic balance in the 21st century cryptocurrency wars? 

Sample from the Audiobook:

Narrated by: Derek Shoales

Length: 9hrs 33mins

Release Date: September 11, 2019

"The obvious knowledge of the digital technology was staggering and if you are looking for a little education, this is where it's at, along with a fascinating tale of intrigue and rescue that'll leave you scratching your head in disbelief... Recommended to all readers who enjoy technology with their thrillers."

- V. Williams - Vine Voice

Can the R-Group Terminate the Poisoned Supercomputers in Time?

   US Congressional leaders are investigating the technology stronghold of the MAG leaders. It may be too late. MAG has geopolitical ambitions using artificially intelligent supercomputers to control politics, social media, finances, healthcare, and military defenses across the world.
   Jacob, Petra and other key members of the R-Group, including ICABOD find evidence of extensive and deadly cover ups by unknown culprits. 
   Now they’re forced to use the current crisis to train their next generation of cyber savvy techno geeks against the AI cyber threats infused into every aspect of human life.
   With all that the R-Group youth have been taught, will it be enough to unravel the mystery involving the US and Chinese defense spacestations? Will the R-Group find the solution before humans become servants?

Tech·nol·o·gy (tek’näl je) is Today’s weapon of choice….
In the eleventh installment of The Enigma Series, authors Breakfield and Burkey set the stage for a compelling tale of what happens when the technology we trust goes awry

Sample from the Audiobook:

Narrated by: Derek Shoales

Length: 9hrs 27mins

Release Date: January 7, 2020

"Realistic dialog is one of Charles Breakfield and Roxanne Burkey’s amazing gifts.  The storyline draws the listener in and keeps them riveted; history is full of charismatic figures known for their deadly manipulation skills and it is this that makes the story even more realistic and scarier. This is one of those books that everyone should hear.  It is an edge of your seat, mind-blowing, realistic and far-reaching thriller that will leave you with nightmares."

- Charla White 5-Star Review

Cyber justice versus cyber peril, the way is filled with treachery.

   In the new digital world, there is no tolerance for privately owned supercomputers. Globally, these mega AI-enhanced computers are hunted and destroyed for the greater good, by the new cyber police, CESPOOL. The information this group receives is manipulated by subversive hidden machine learning devices, the MAG running on the Darknet.

   Judith and Xiamara, freebooters who steal machine time for their porn as a service business, are creating a business. The machine they chose for delivery is the last untapped supercomputer not in the hands of a sovereign. Their activity is spotted by the MAG!

   The renegade R-Group steps in to alter the outcome. Leroy teams up with Zara to snatch these opportunists from prosecution and capture the machine to meet their goals. The geeky girls are drafted as reluctant participants in the fight for justice.

   Jacob and Quip are trapped in the Chihuahuan Desert trying to reconstruct ICABOD’s logic core. The stress of their isolation is taking a toll. Their wives and children are safe in Brazil for the time being, but Interpol is prowling for answers.

   R-Group assembled a way to communicate with orphaned satellites. The younger members of that team plan the ultimate honey pot to trap their nemesis who is driving their global dominance agenda. The odds are against R-Group’s success, but they have creative surprises on their side.

   The stakes have never been higher. R-Group young and old must rise to defeat MAG.

Sample from the Audiobook:

Narrated by: Derek Shoales

Length: 7hrs 23mins

Release Date: February 2, 2021

"There is action, suspense, new characters, and newness with this book – I suspect it is because of the new generation growing up and seeing how the R-Group as parents respond. 
This is one of those “don’t miss” books – it is climatic, well written, and the story flows smoothly.  You are left with a satisfying ending but also wanting more!"

- AudioBookReviewer

In 1939 Poland three men, Ferdek, Wolfgang, and Tavius, find themselves at the precipice between death and survival.

They obtain information of the guarded whereabouts for the German’s military communications device, the enigma machine. Using loyal citizens, who are willing to die to help beat the Nazis, the men learn the port city of Gdansk as the location of this prize. Disguised as common workers they trick their way into the stronghold and extract the target they call Baby.
With the help of partisans and stealth they outwit the Germans and return to their home city of Warsaw. In a scant two weeks the war is already lost. Reluctantly the three loyalists agree to take Baby and their families out of Poland, one step ahead of the angry Wehrmacht. The roadsters provided by the Polish ambassador are their way out, along with their wits and dedicated patriots to help dodge the formidable roadblocks and incessant air patrols. 
The daring escape journey is interrupted to rescue two gypsies who helped the young men dodge German pursuit. With freedom within sight, they crash headlong into the German blockade with Baby in hand. The odds are, they won’t make it—Out of Poland.

Sample from the Audiobook:

Narrated by: Derek Shoales

Length: TBD

Release Date: August 2022

"This story is edge-of-your-seat amazing!  There is a lot of action, tension and danger packed into a two-and-a-half hour audiobook. Readers are immersed in the drama and tension from the first chapter, yet there is a sense of loss and sadness that remains in the background for much of this story. War is horrid, and this audiobook doesn’t sugar-coat it. It is gritty, and the German invasion is ugly, and readers will truly understand this after listening to this tale."

- Indtale Magazine 5-Star Review

What would YOU do if your identity was erased?
Enter the complex world of cyber security versus cyber-attack that lurks behind every technological device we use. The hacking and stealing of identities has become a sport carried out by malicious cyber thieves who choose victims to maximize profits.
Jacob Michaels spends his lonely days programming and securing information. Considered a “white hat,” he works tirelessly to protect international corporations from the extensive damage continually posed by cyber hacks.
Now, Jacob must use his knowledge to save himself and his identity from an anonymous online threat. His journey to the truth takes him to the furthest extents of current technology, where a quirky romantic entanglement and chain reaction of data thefts thrusts him headfirst into the dangerous world of the Darknet.
As Jacob descends into the intricate trappings of cyberspace, he suspects he’s not alone. He learns that the difference between the good guys and bad guys is not quite as clear as he thought.
In the first installment of The Enigma Series, authors Breakfield and Burkey set the stage for a compelling tale of what happens when the technology we trust goes awry.