Real Hero - Book 4: Dark Waters thrusts Dave and his team into the Arctic Circle, where a global catastrophe looms. Following a cryptic message from an old contact, Jonathan Carlisle, the team uncovers evidence that EarthWise Geoscience, a prominent research company, may be hiding dangerous secrets about seismic activity beneath the ice. As they dig deeper into EarthWise’s operations, they discover that rapid ice melt and underground forces could destabilise the region, triggering a disaster of unprecedented scale.
The mission takes Dave and his team across Europe, starting with an infiltration of EarthWise’s offices in Germany. With Anya working behind the scenes to crack encrypted data and Omar performing reconnaissance on the ground, the team unravels layers of corporate conspiracy. As they piece together clues, it becomes clear that EarthWise’s seismic research isn’t just about environmental science—it’s tied to a much larger, more nefarious agenda.
As the team heads to Greenland, the stakes intensify. Dave’s powers are tested in the harsh Arctic conditions as they race against time to stop EarthWise from triggering a catastrophic event. The story builds tension with moments of action and suspense, including an encounter with a polar bear and the challenge of navigating treacherous terrain. The team faces not only the forces of nature but also EarthWise’s armed agents, determined to protect their secrets at any cost.
Throughout the novel, Dave grapples with the evolving nature of his abilities, particularly a new sense that allows him to perceive threats in low-visibility environments, such as smoke and darkness. This internal struggle adds emotional depth, as he battles the fear of losing control over his powers while trying to maintain his humanity in increasingly dangerous situations.
Dark Waters delivers a fast-paced, high-stakes narrative that blends corporate intrigue, environmental disaster, and personal discovery. The plot moves seamlessly from espionage to survival, with the Arctic setting amplifying the sense of urgency and danger. As Dave and his team race to prevent a global catastrophe, the book raises questions about power, control, and the delicate balance between science and nature.