A discovery that could change the world. A war that could destroy it. Deep in the Namibian desert, a geologist uncovers the largest rare-earth deposit ever found--a resource powerful enough to upend global power. China will do anything to keep its monopoly of the mineral, even if it means war. To stop them, the CIA deploys ex-black ops operative Rex Dalton and his battle-hardened K9, Digger. Their mission: secure the site before China does. But when the discovery leaks, the mission turns into a deadly chase across Africa. Now, elite operatives, mercenaries, and spies are closing in. With war looming, Rex must outthink, outfight, and outrun an enemy willing to kill for control. Because if he fails, World War III won't be coming--it will have already begun. Unearthed is a high-octane thriller from best-selling author JC Ryan and the pulse-pounding Rex Dalton K9 Thrillers series, where one man and his extraordinary dog face impossible odds. Praise for Unearthed: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "Another terrific novel." ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "Keep writing them." ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "I wish I had a dog like Digger!" ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "Digger is often the real hero." ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "I love all the Rex Dalton books. Please keep them coming." ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "Rex and Digger are outstanding again. Best man and dog relationship." ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "Rex and Digger provide another great adventure."