Reviewed by Maalin Ogaja for Readers' Favorite

The Savagery of Man: Operation Homecoming by Nikki Yanu Kanati intertwines thriller elements with an exploration of human greed and the relentless pursuit of power, often at the cost of innocent lives. In a fractured America, torn between rival factions, President Calhoun is reported dead, or so the world is led to believe. As political and financial chaos spreads globally in what feels like a coordinated assault, questions emerge: who stands to benefit from the collapse, and what unseen force is pulling the strings? Max Doss, a loyal operative with ties to the now absent President Calhoun, has a secret that forces him to question everyone around him. Operating under the covert Section M3, Max’s team is pulled into increasingly dangerous international missions. As they uncover fragments of a deeper conspiracy, a new unsettling force tied to ancient prophecy and a power unlike anything seen before moves steadily across the globe. Can Max and his team halt what is happening internally and stop what might be coming next for America?

In The Savagery of Man: Operation Homecoming, Nikki Yanu Kanati explores the costs of war, not just to nations but also to individuals. Political and social upheavals reshape morality, and some exploit it for personal gain. Yet patriots like Max and his team cling to a fading sense of duty, not for the glory but for the ideals that they believe in. Even as they are prepared to die, the loss of a team member cuts deep, reminding us that sacrifice is never easy and always comes at a cost. In these moments, Max reveals an awareness, a man prepared for the burden of his role, and an unwavering loyalty. Kanati also examines political systems, especially those that sow strife, sometimes using religion as a weapon to divide, distract, and tighten their grip on power, because chaos makes control easier. Ultimately, for professionals like Max Doss, truth and justice must prevail as the last hope for the powerless and voiceless. I highly recommend this story to fans of political and military thrillers with a combination of sci-fi elements.