The undisputed master of the aerial thriller returns to the air in a spectacular new novel, packed with high-octane flying adventure and cutting-edge technology, about a world on the brink of war and a new generation of brash young heroes. BATTLE BORN Patrick McLanahan is back. The USAF veteran's latest challenge is to turn a group of maverick young pilots into America's premier tactical strike force. But the chance to test their mettle comes far sooner than expected when the fragile peace in Asia is suddenly shattered. South Korean fighter-bombers unexpectedly attack North Korea i support of a massive people's revolt. To the world's surprise, North Korea surrenders, the borders are thrown open and the new United Republic of Korea is born, ready to use its reserve of nuclear warheads to defend its sovereignty - and to defy the might of China. Enter McLanahan's raw, audacious team, sent into the fray both to protect United Korea and to stop it.