What does it really take to protect the world's wealthiest and most influential people? Behind the luxury homes, private jets, political influence, and unimaginable fortunes lies a reality filled with danger, impossible decisions, and lives that can change in an instant. In his compelling 98 Protecting the Rich and Dysfunctional trilogy, Derek Humble invites readers into this hidden world through a series that combines authentic protective operations with fast-paced, character-driven storytelling.
Rather than portraying executive protection as glamorous,
the series reveals the constant pressure, uncertainty, and responsibility that
come with safeguarding wealthy clients whose lives are often as unpredictable
as the threats surrounding them.
The novels are inspired by real-world experiences while
remaining works of fiction, giving readers a rare perspective on an industry
few ever see from the inside.
The trilogy begins with Book One, 98 Protecting the
Rich and Dysfunctional, introducing readers to Kathy Kitchen, Jody, and
the highly skilled Nemesis team. From conflict zones to high-profile protection
assignments, the team faces gang violence, personal crises, and the unique
challenges of protecting clients whose wealth often creates unexpected risks.
As the story unfolds, readers are immersed in a world where professionalism,
resilience, and trust become the team's greatest assets.
In Book Two, Time to Get Serious, the
consequences of earlier events reshape the team's mission. As they respond to
bombings, security emergencies, organized crime, and increasingly complex
client situations, every assignment demands sharper judgment and unwavering
teamwork. The pressure intensifies as the Nemesis team confronts new dangers
while continuing to protect those who depend on them.
Book Three, The Tables Have Turned broadens
the scope even further, taking readers across multiple countries and into
stories involving intelligence operatives, cartel informants, international
politics, and high-risk protection operations. Familiar characters face fresh
challenges as the series continues to explore the unpredictable intersection of
wealth, power, crime, and personal loyalty. The result is an expansive thriller
that maintains the authenticity and attention to operational detail that define
Derek Humble's writing.
Throughout the trilogy, Derek Humble balances
adrenaline-filled action with believable characters and situations rooted in
genuine protective experience. The stories move beyond traditional crime
fiction, exploring the human side of those who stand between danger and the
people they are sworn to protect. Whether confronting organized crime,
navigating international crises, or managing the everyday unpredictability of
elite clients, the Nemesis team continually demonstrates that successful
protection requires far more than physical strength; it demands intelligence,
discipline, adaptability, and trust.
For readers who appreciate authentic thrillers with global
settings, memorable characters, and realistic insight into the world of
executive protection, the 98 Protecting the Rich and Dysfunctional
trilogy delivers an engaging journey from beginning to end. Derek Humble offers
more than action, he opens the door to a profession rarely understood,
revealing why those who protect others often face the greatest risks of all.
About the author
Derek Humble is an accomplished thriller author whose 98
Protecting the Rich and Dysfunctional trilogy is shaped by decades of
professional experience in the British Special Forces and executive protection.
Blending authentic operational knowledge with gripping storytelling, he
transports readers into the high-stakes world of VIP security, international
crime, and complex human relationships. His novels offer a unique perspective
on a profession rarely seen by the public, making his work both engaging and remarkably
authentic.