Embark on a thrilling journey with the Johnson family in “The Johnson Chronicles,” a captivating series of fun stories written by independent author Mark Oliver. The books blend high-stakes suspense, heartfelt family drama, and inspiring faith-based themes.
Jennifer and Jett Johnson are siblings who run Johnson Tech in San Diego. Across a series of fast-paced stories with intriguing plots, they take on a hostile takeover, a kidnapping, a 4th of July cyberattack, a legal conspiracy, and they spend the holidays fighting for their city. The holiday books are a good fit for seasonal reading.
Each compelling story is packed with twists and surprises that keep you hooked from the first page to the last. Experience vivid scenes and lifelike characters through Mark Oliver’s masterful use of descriptive language. Discover your next favorite book and embark on a literary journey that promises excitement, romance, and valuable life lessons.
Series Overview
Set against the vibrant backdrop of San Diego, this series will take you through the most challenging and defining moments of Jennifer and Jett Johnson’s lives, as they protect their tech empire and loved ones from relentless adversaries. Each book is set during a significant holiday, adding a unique and festive twist to the unfolding drama.
Read these books in order for the full story arc:
1. Veil of the 4th of July
Fireworks over San Diego, and a cyberattack set to go off with them.
As San Diego gets ready to celebrate Independence Day, cyberterrorist Anton Virelli is planning a devastating attack on the city.
Jennifer and Jett Johnson have only hours to stop him. The book ends on a cliffhanger that leads straight into Veil of Thanksgiving.
For readers who like: political thrillers, cyber suspense, patriotic settings
2. Veil of Thanksgiving
A routine case. A citywide conspiracy. A holiday season that tests everything.
When high-powered attorney Jennifer Johnson takes on what looks like a routine case, she uncovers a conspiracy that could bring San Diego to its knees.
With her tech-genius brother Jett, she follows the trail from historic courtrooms and the Gaslamp Quarter to the Coronado Bridge, racing to stop Virelli. This holiday-season story combines legal drama and suspense with messages of gratitude, faith and family.
Perfect for cozy reading, this novel resonates with readers seeking emotional depth and meaningful connections.
For readers who like: Christian fiction, legal thrillers, Thanksgiving reads
3. Veil of Christmas
Twinkling lights, a grand celebration, and a mystery that could ruin it all.
As the Johnson siblings prepare their company’s grand Christmas events, they are drawn into a mystery that threatens their family and their business.
San Diego is lit up for the holidays, from Liberty Station to The Grand Del Mar, but there is danger underneath. This clean, faith-filled holiday story is about community, love and the true spirit of Christmas.
For readers who like: Christmas suspense, clean holiday fiction, faith-based stories
4. Digital Shadows in California: The Ultimate Cybersecurity Thriller
They stopped Virelli. Now a ghost called The Phantom wants every city at once.
In the heart of San Diego, a team of elite cybersecurity experts led by the brilliant and resilient Jennifer Johnson, believes it has finally neutralized Virelli. Then a far bigger threat appears: a hacker known only as The Phantom, who plans to cripple cities around the world.
Working from a rooftop operations center above San Diego’s beaches, the team races to unmask a formidable enemy who could be anyone, while allies turn and the clock runs down.
For readers who like: techno-thrillers, hacker stories, team-based action
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But wait… there’s more!
Follow Jett and Jennifer Johnson from San Diego to Montana…
Veil of the West
Some land is just property. Blue Horizon is a legacy.
Blue Horizon, the Johnson family’s sprawling Montana ranch, has been handed down for generations. When ruthless businessman Anton Virelli sets his sights on it, Jett and Jennifer face threats, courtroom battles and long-buried secrets in their fight to protect their home.
A modern Western about family, courage and big-sky country. This book is a standalone adventure, good for a weekend read.
For readers who like: modern Westerns, ranch life, family sagas
About the Author
Mark Oliver, author of the insightful financial literacy book Money: Master of Your Own Domain, is also renowned for his ability to craft intricate tales that captivate and inspire. With an impressive repertoire of novels spanning multiple genres, Mark has established a reputation for creating unforgettable characters, rich narratives, and heart-pounding twists. Whether you’re a fan of thrillers, romance, Westerns, or financial advice, there’s a book for you in Mark Oliver’s collection. Available in Paperback and on Kindle! All Kindle editions are currently in Kindle Unlimited.
