George Wallace, a local author and former U.S. Navy Commander, is set to release his latest military thriller, “Cold Is the Deep,” on July 1, 2025.
The Alexandria writer’s novel is set in 1983, at the height of Cold War tensions between the U.S. and the Soviet Union. It centers on the discovery of a mole in the U.S. Navy, sparking a tense standoff between the two nuclear powers.
Official Description for Cold is the Deep
1983, The Norwegian Sea: A mole is discovered within the ranks of the US Navy, prompting a volatile standoff between two countries on the brink of nuclear disaster.
As Cold War tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union reach their zenith, a chilling discovery within the US Navy sends shockwaves through the corridors of power. A mole, deeply embedded within the ranks, threatens not just the delicate balance of global power, but the very fabric of world peace.
Tasked with the critical mission of drawing out the traitor, two submarines embark on a journey of tactical warcraft. As they stealthily navigate the icy waters off the Greenland coast in pursuit of a Russian sub, a sudden confrontation erupts, revealing the stark reality of submarine warfare on the vast, cold ocean stage.
George Wallace masterfully weaves a tale of suspense, loyalty, and betrayal, set against the backdrop of one of history’s tensest periods, where the true nature of heroism is tested, and the cost of failure is unimaginably high.
Praise for Cold is the Deep
“George Wallace has written a thriller that rivals them all.” —John J. Gobbell, author of the Todd Ingram series
“Terrific exposé of the challenges and consequential decisions associated with nuclear submarine operations in the North Atlantic during the Cold War.” —Admiral Jon Greenert, the 30th Chief of Naval Operations
“…Wallace immerses you in the hidden, dangerous, and deadly world of Cold War submarine operations.” —Rick Severinghaus, Editor of The Submarine Review
Readers can get their hands on “Cold Is the Deep” in eBook, paperback, and audiobook formats. The eBook will cost $5.99, while the paperback is priced at $17.99.
Severn River Publishing is handling the release of Wallace’s 304-page thriller.
