Richard C. Deason Explores Political Extremes in Thriller Pacifica

In his latest novel, Pacifica, author Richard C. Deason constructs a narrative tension built on the friction between capitalism and authoritarian control. The protagonist’s return serves as a catalyst for a high-stakes rescue mission, moving his parents from the volatility of government detention into the orbit of a society defined by radically different ethical foundations.

Deason draws upon his own background in international banking, military service, and economics to ground the thriller’s speculative elements in practical systems. The novel functions as an inquiry into the resilience of the individual when tested by systemic collapse. By focusing on the choices individuals make when their beliefs collide with crumbling social order, the book aims to provoke reflection on the nature of freedom and the sacrifices required to sustain it. Pacifica is currently available through major retailers including Amazon and Barnes & Noble.