Description
The Potter Directive
A gripping geopolitical thriller that dares to ask: What if the war for truth has already begun—and we’re losing?
- What if your memories were rewritten?
- What if your past had been reprogrammed?
- What if the future of freedom depended on a forgotten fire…
And one man still carrying it?
When five experimental nuclear dirty bombs are smuggled across the U.S.-Mexico border—financed by a covert alliance between China, Russia, and Iran—the nation teeters on the edge of collapse. But beneath the surface of this international crisis lies something far more sinister: a digital war not fought with bullets or missiles, but with narrative manipulation, mass amnesia, and engineered belief.
At the center of the storm is Shane Potter, a former Army special forces medic turned covert resistance leader. Haunted by the death of his father—Sam Potter, a truth-seeker who vanished during Russia’s siege of Eastern Ukraine—Shane discovers a cryptic journal containing “The Directive”: a secret plan to expose a global conspiracy to erase and rewrite human history itself.
As Shane assembles a loyal team of warriors, technologists, spiritual leaders, and political allies—including President Donald J. Trump, Senator Marco Rubio, diplomat Ashlee Johnston, Mossad agents, Firesmiths, and rogue AI engineers—he must race across continents to stop the rise of EchoMask, a rogue synthetic intelligence system designed to harmonize all human memory into a controllable global truth.
But nothing is as it seems. Governments have been infiltrated. Satellites have been turned into tools of psychological warfare. And deep within the ruins of ancient cities, secret memory archives hide truths too dangerous for the modern world to bear.
As the world stands on the edge of total narrative collapse, Shane must confront not only his enemies—but his own fractured memories, a love he fears he cannot keep, and the legacy of a father who entrusted him with the final key to saving humanity.
Tautly plotted, emotionally raw, and unflinchingly relevant,
The Potter Directive is an epic, globe-spanning thriller in the spirit of Tom Clancy’s The Sum of All Fears, infused with the moral urgency of 1984, and the technological realism of Ghost in the Shell.
Set against the backdrop of real-world political leaders—Trump, Putin, Xi Jinping, Zelenskyy, Netanyahu, Khamenei, Trudeau—and real geopolitical conflicts—Ukraine, Iran’s nuclear ambitions, U.S.-China tensions, border warfare, and disinformation campaigns—this is a high-intensity story for readers who want more than entertainment.
They want truth.
Themes include:
- Psychological warfare and memory manipulation
- AI, censorship, and surveillance
- Faith, patriotism, and personal legacy
- Global resistance and decentralized truth
- The sacred fire of storytelling in a synthetic age
Perfect for readers who love:
✓ Tom Clancy thrillers
✓ Political intrigue with real-world stakes
✓ Military intelligence fiction
✓ AI ethics and near-future realism
✓ Strong emotional arcs and high-concept ideas
✓ Stories about truth, family, and the cost of memory
Truth isn’t just under attack.
It’s being replaced.
Will you remember what really happened…
Or what they want you to believe?
Find out in The Potter Directive.
The fire still burns.
James Bard –
“If you’re a Clancy fan, The Potter Directive is your next mission.”
This book nails the intricate political tension and deep military authenticity that I loved in Tom Clancy’s early works. The realism is razor-sharp, and the characters, especially Shane Potter, feel lived-in and battle-tested. The pace never lets up. I couldn’t put it down — absolutely brilliant!
James B. | Retired Navy Officer
Mark Langley –
Defense Analyst and Avid Reader
“A geopolitical masterpiece that rivals the greats.”
From page one, The Potter Directive had me hooked. The real-world references, tactical accuracy, and layered conspiracies remind me so much of The Hunt for Red October and Clear and Present Danger. S.G. Potter crafts a modern-day thriller that’s terrifyingly plausible. 5 stars without hesitation!
Thomas G –
“A chilling mirror of today’s world — expertly told.”
This book feels like it could happen tomorrow. The author weaves espionage, betrayal, and patriotism with the same deft hand Tom Clancy used to portray Cold War tensions. Shane Potter is a protagonist you’ll rally behind. If you loved Jack Ryan, you’ll love Shane.
Emily Dickson –
“This is the book Clancy fans have been waiting for.”
The Potter Directive captures that perfect balance of technical detail, heart-pounding action, and political intrigue. The plot feels ripped from real-world headlines, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. It’s smart, sharp, and utterly thrilling. A must-read for any serious thriller fan.
Landon Peterson –
“Excellent thriller, but a bit heavy on detail at times.”
As a Tom Clancy fan, I appreciate the commitment to realism and accuracy in The Potter Directive. The story is gripping and the characters are compelling. That said, a few sections were a bit bogged down with operational detail for my taste. Still, a fantastic read overall and absolutely worth recommending!
Bryce Kilpatrick –
As a Veteran and thriller enthusiast, I thought this book was Intelligent, high-stakes storytelling at its best. I grew up on Clancy’s novels and was skeptical anything new could match that level — The Potter Directive proved me wrong. It’s tactical, emotional, and filled with the kind of layered plot twists that made Clancy a legend. Outstanding debut for a series I’ll be following closely.
Sophia Mendez –
I work as a security advisor and I thought this book was sharp, suspenseful, and terrifyingly real. S.G. Potter pulls no punches. Every chapter in The Potter Directive builds urgency and dread, much like The Sum of All Fears. The blend of fact and fiction is masterful. It’s clear Potter understands the machinery of government and shadow operations. I finished it in two sittings!