Midnight’s Secret takes the series into darker and more treacherous territory. The themes of betrayal, surveillance, and political extremism are more overt, with the introduction of the fascist group Spring Dawn, internal Secret Intelligence Service corruption, and high-stakes sabotage plots. The moral complexity of the war is given new depth, and Jessie is now portrayed not only as a capable agent but also as a symbolic figure of resistance.

The layered political subplots, involving fascist sympathisers in British government, the IRA, and the planned sabotage of Britain’s infrastructure, elevate the series from personal drama to national consequence. Frank Fordham’s arc adds a compelling antagonist dimension, serving as a corrupt mirror to Jessie.

This novel expands the scope of the series significantly, while still maintaining its emotional center in Jessie. The historical realism is stark, and the pacing is tight, leading to a narrative that feels urgent and unavoidable.

Strengths:
Expands the series' political and thematic complexity.
Delivers high-stakes tension with a cinematic edge.
Jessie’s moral clarity in a corrupted world anchors the narrative.

Copyright © Tom Kane July 2025

Book 1: Walking Away from Midnight  - Out Now
​​​​​​​Book 2: Midnight's Child   - Out Now
Book 3: Midnight's Secret   - Out Now
Book 4: Midnight's Crisis - Out Dec 2025 - Pre-Order  
Book 5: Midnight's Conflict   - Publishing July 2026   
Book 6: Midnight's Victory   - Publishing Dec 2026   
Book 7: Midnight's Hope   - Publishing July 2027   
Book 8: Midnight's Quest   - Publishing Dec 2027   
Book 9: Midnight's Nemesis  - Publishing July 2028 

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