Brad Thor is a renowned American author, well-known for his thriller novels. Many of his books have been New York Times bestsellers, showcasing his talent and popularity in this genre. His works primarily feature a fictional character named Scot Harvath, an ex-Navy Seal turned Secret Service Agent, around whom the thrilling stories revolve. Thor's dedication to his craft is evident in his research methods; he even shadowed a Black Ops team to gather material for his novel, The Apostle.
Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, Thor's passion for storytelling was evident from his early years. He spent countless hours as a child writing down story ideas and immersing himself in novels. This love for literature and writing led him to pursue a Bachelors of Arts degree in creative writing and film production at the University of Southern California. Here, he was mentored by award-winning novelist T.C. Boyle, further honing his skills in storytelling and creative writing.
Thor has written twenty-three thrillers, including Dead Fall, Black Ice, Near Dark, Backlash, Spymaster, The Last Patriot, and Blowback. His books have been translated and published in at least 25 countries, demonstrating his global appeal. However, his novel The Last Patriot was not published in Saudi Arabia, following claims of Islamophobia by former Nixon aide Robert D. Crane. Despite such controversies, Thor's works continue to captivate readers worldwide, with his novels often being compared to the James Bond movies for their thrilling plots and standalone enjoyability.