📖 Overview
Steven Konkoly is an American author known for writing military thrillers, post-apocalyptic fiction, and covert operations novels. His work draws heavily from his background as a naval officer and his deep research into military tactics, weapons systems, and global security threats.
Konkoly's most recognized series include The Jakarta Pandemic, the Alex Fletcher series, and the Ryan Decker series. The Jakarta Pandemic, published in 2010, gained particular attention during the COVID-19 pandemic due to its premise of a devastating global outbreak.
His Black Flagged series follows covert operatives and counterterrorism specialists, while the Zulu Saga explores post-apocalyptic themes through the lens of military conflict. Many of his works feature protagonists with military or intelligence backgrounds facing complex national security threats.
Konkoly maintains an active writing schedule and has published over twenty novels since beginning his career in 2010. His books frequently appear on Amazon's thriller and military fiction bestseller lists.
👀 Reviews
Readers praise Konkoly's technical accuracy in depicting military operations, weapons, and tactics. Many note his ability to create suspense and maintain fast pacing across his series. The Jakarta Pandemic receives specific mention for its realistic portrayal of a pandemic's societal impact.
Readers appreciate:
- Detailed research into military procedures
- Complex geopolitical plots
- Character development across series
- Action sequences that feel authentic
Common criticisms:
- Too much technical detail slows pacing
- Some character dialogue feels stiff
- Later books in series can become formulaic
- Political viewpoints occasionally overshadow plot
Ratings:
- Goodreads: Average 4.1/5 across all books
- Amazon: 4.3/5 average customer rating
- The Jakarta Pandemic: 4.4/5 (14,000+ Amazon ratings)
- Ryan Decker series: 4.5/5 (8,000+ Amazon ratings)
One reader noted: "His military background shows in the details, but sometimes at the expense of story flow." Another stated: "Characters feel real - they make mistakes and face consequences."
📚 Books by Steven Konkoly
THE BLACK FLAGGED SERIES
Black Flagged Alpha - A former covert operative tries to escape his past when a secret government program targets him for elimination.
Black Flagged Redux - Operative Daniel Petrovich becomes entangled in a conspiracy involving weaponized viruses and competing intelligence agencies.
Black Flagged Apex - International tensions escalate when a bioweapons conspiracy threatens to trigger a global pandemic.
Black Flagged Vektor - Multiple intelligence agencies race to contain a devastating virus while dealing with internal betrayals.
Black Flagged Omega - The series conclusion follows the final confrontation between surviving operatives and those behind the conspiracy.
THE PERSEID COLLAPSE SERIES The Jakarta Pandemic - A suburban family struggles to survive a devastating pandemic that spreads across the United States.
The Perseid Collapse - A mysterious event causes widespread devastation across New England, forcing a family to navigate a collapsed society.
Event Horizon - Survivors of the Perseid Event face increasing challenges as they try to protect their community.
Point of Crisis - Multiple groups compete for resources and control in the aftermath of societal collapse.
Dispatches - A collection of stories set within the Perseid Collapse world, showing different perspectives of the catastrophe.
THE RYAN DECKER SERIES The Rescue - A former CIA contractor investigates a human trafficking operation while clearing his name.
The Raid - Ryan Decker pursues dangerous criminals while uncovering corruption within federal agencies.
The Mountain - Decker confronts a domestic terrorist organization operating in the Pacific Northwest.
ZULU SEVEN SERIES Brutal Nature - A special operations team confronts a deadly outbreak in the Amazon rainforest.
Lethal Control - Zulu Seven pursues bioterrorists across multiple continents while racing against time.
Black Flagged Redux - Operative Daniel Petrovich becomes entangled in a conspiracy involving weaponized viruses and competing intelligence agencies.
Black Flagged Apex - International tensions escalate when a bioweapons conspiracy threatens to trigger a global pandemic.
Black Flagged Vektor - Multiple intelligence agencies race to contain a devastating virus while dealing with internal betrayals.
Black Flagged Omega - The series conclusion follows the final confrontation between surviving operatives and those behind the conspiracy.
THE PERSEID COLLAPSE SERIES The Jakarta Pandemic - A suburban family struggles to survive a devastating pandemic that spreads across the United States.
The Perseid Collapse - A mysterious event causes widespread devastation across New England, forcing a family to navigate a collapsed society.
Event Horizon - Survivors of the Perseid Event face increasing challenges as they try to protect their community.
Point of Crisis - Multiple groups compete for resources and control in the aftermath of societal collapse.
Dispatches - A collection of stories set within the Perseid Collapse world, showing different perspectives of the catastrophe.
THE RYAN DECKER SERIES The Rescue - A former CIA contractor investigates a human trafficking operation while clearing his name.
The Raid - Ryan Decker pursues dangerous criminals while uncovering corruption within federal agencies.
The Mountain - Decker confronts a domestic terrorist organization operating in the Pacific Northwest.
ZULU SEVEN SERIES Brutal Nature - A special operations team confronts a deadly outbreak in the Amazon rainforest.
Lethal Control - Zulu Seven pursues bioterrorists across multiple continents while racing against time.
👥 Similar authors
Brad Thor writes military and spy thrillers focusing on counterterrorism operations and global conspiracies. His protagonist Scot Harvath shares similarities with Konkoly's characters in terms of background and mission types.
Tom Clancy created detailed military and espionage stories with technical accuracy and complex geopolitical plots. His Jack Ryan series follows intelligence operatives and military personnel through realistic international conflicts.
Mark Greaney specializes in covert operations thrillers featuring trained operatives working outside official channels. His Gray Man series involves black ops missions and survival scenarios comparable to Konkoly's work.
Ben Coes writes about intelligence officers and special forces operators confronting terrorist threats and international crises. His Dewey Andreas character faces similar challenges and operates in the same military-intelligence world as Konkoly's protagonists.
Jack Carr produces stories based on his real-world Navy SEAL experience, focusing on special operations and intelligence missions. His James Reece series includes tactical details and operational procedures that align with Konkoly's approach to military fiction.
Tom Clancy created detailed military and espionage stories with technical accuracy and complex geopolitical plots. His Jack Ryan series follows intelligence operatives and military personnel through realistic international conflicts.
Mark Greaney specializes in covert operations thrillers featuring trained operatives working outside official channels. His Gray Man series involves black ops missions and survival scenarios comparable to Konkoly's work.
Ben Coes writes about intelligence officers and special forces operators confronting terrorist threats and international crises. His Dewey Andreas character faces similar challenges and operates in the same military-intelligence world as Konkoly's protagonists.
Jack Carr produces stories based on his real-world Navy SEAL experience, focusing on special operations and intelligence missions. His James Reece series includes tactical details and operational procedures that align with Konkoly's approach to military fiction.