Code War

Allie Mellen's Code War examines the intersection of cybersecurity and geopolitics by tracing how China, Russia, the United States, and other nations have developed and employed cyber tools.

The book combines historical context with case studies of notable cyber operations to show how cyber activities fit into broader military and political strategies.

Mellen highlights coordination across domains—kinetic, informational, and digital—and explains why different nations adopt different approaches and doctrines.

She also addresses attribution challenges, false-flag operations, and the evolving rules of engagement in cyber conflict.

Timely and accessible, the book is aimed at both security professionals and a general audience interested in modern conflict.