THE SILENT COUP

by Norbert Castro Sr

Overview

What if the greatest weapon in modern warfare wasn't a bomb, a drone, or even a soldier-but intelligence itself?

In a world increasingly controlled by kleptocratic regimes that exploit power, manipulate truth, and weaponize information, we need a new kind of defense-one that doesn't just react but predicts and prevents.

DACHIL isn't just artificial intelligence; it's a revolutionary early-warning system designed to stop threats before they happen. Originating from the 9/11 Commission's vision, DACHIL processes vast amounts of intelligence-data, human knowledge, and real-time military operations-at quantum speeds. It bypasses bureaucratic gridlock, ensuring the right people get the right information at the right time.

But DACHIL's greatest battle isn't fought on the battlefield-it's against an opposing AI, one that has been hijacked by a dangerous force within the system. A rogue entity, a murderer hiding behind layers of digital deception, seeks to manipulate and control.

The war between these two AIs isn't just about technology-it's about ideology. DACHIL fights for transparency, justice, and the protection of human lives. Its enemy thrives on chaos, greed, and corruption. The stakes? The future of governance, war, and even democracy itself.

In the end, DACHIL's victory isn't just about outsmarting an enemy-it's about proving that humanistic intelligence, armed with the right technology, can still defeat tyranny.

This isn't science fiction. This is the next frontier of warfare-and the question isn't if this battle will happen, but who will win?

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798317655464
Publisher:	Barnes & Noble Press
Publication date:	05/09/2025
Pages:	156
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.33(d)

About the Author

Norbert Castro Sr. is a retired postal worker and emerging author with a passion for thrilling, thought-provoking storytelling. His debut novel, The Silent Coup, is a gripping political techno-thriller that blends investigative intrigue with the looming presence of artificial intelligence and military secrecy.

A semi-finalist in the Los Angeles International Screenplay Competition, Castro brings a cinematic style to his writing, shaped by a lifelong curiosity about justice, truth, and power.

When he's not writing, Norbert enjoys traveling with his wife and hitting the pickleball courts—always ready for the next great story or match.