Book Three of the Ordinary Man Series, Andrew and Shahzadi, reintroduces a critical character from Andrew's tour of duty in Afghanistan. This reintroduction brings strife to the McNeil household, and Olivia and Andrew must decide if they can pull together to keep their relationship afloat. Upon Andrew's return to Washington, DC, from his most recent tour of duty at the American Embassy in Pakistan, Andrew and Olivia are unexpectedly caught in a shootout that delays Andrew's return to California and his separation from the United States Army and State Department duties. Former LAPD Detective Steve Walker meets his match, and Agent Ichiro Adachi saves Olivia's life. Upon a friend's request, Andrew attends a wedding and is surprised by a guest with a vendetta. Through this experience, Andrew learns a lesson and returns home to Olivia, only to have the shock of his life facing him front and center.