In the shadowy streets of the Pacific Northwest, paramedic Maya Murphy faces not just the challenges of saving lives, but the very real threat of violent extremism targeting first responders. After the devastating loss of two colleagues to a targeted bomb explosion at a local college campus, Maya returns to the front lines, grappling with the PTSD that haunts her every move. As she navigates the chaotic world of emergency calls, danger lurks around every corner. Routine assignments become life-or-death scenarios as extremists devise traps that test her resolve and courage. With her emotional state teetering on the edge, Maya must confront not only the external threats but also the internal battles that threaten to consume her. As betrayals bubble up within her close-knit community of first responders, Maya begins to question the very dedication that once defined her. What happens when the people you trust become the source of danger? In a world where loyalty is fragile and motives are murky, the struggle for survival becomes as much about the heart as it is about the body. "AMBUSH" is a riveting suspense thriller that explores the complexities of heroism, the weight of emotional scars, and the relentless fight for survival in a world turned upside down. Through Maya's eyes, readers will experience the raw reality of first responders’ lives and the profound impact of both physical and emotional trauma.