Tom Marcus is a former MI5 Surveillance Officer who grew up on the streets in the North of England. After joining the Army at the young age of sixteen, he became the youngest member of the Armed Forces to pass the 6-month selection process for Special Operations in Northern Ireland. His exceptional skills and abilities led to his selection by MI5 as a Surveillance Officer, where he served his country for a decade on the frontline. Marcus left the Security Service after being diagnosed with PTSD, which marked the beginning of an extraordinary battle and recovery period in his life.
Marcus's experiences and insights during his time at MI5 led him to write his first book, Soldier Spy, which provides a unique and authentic perspective of the fight on our streets. The book is the first true ground-level account ever to be told by a Surveillance Officer and quickly became a bestseller, reaching number one on the Sunday Times bestsellers list and Amazon. In May 2018, Marcus released the first book in his new fiction series featuring Matt Logan, titled Capture or Kill. He also consults on projects within TV and film, including the TV dramatization of his book Soldier Spy.
Due to the ongoing specific threat to Tom Marcus, MI5 insists that he keeps his identity hidden, and he continues to work with the Security Service and other agencies to ensure his safety. Marcus is committed to telling the other side of the story, focusing on what operators are doing to stand between the public and the most dangerous terrorists in the world. He is passionate about his work and takes pride in his abilities as a hunter of people. Despite not being a genius or having numerous qualifications, Marcus is confident in his skills and remains dedicated to his mission of protecting his country.