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Russell James

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Russell R. James was raised on Long Island, New York and spent too much time watching Chiller, Kolchak: The Night Stalker, and Dark Shadows, despite his parents’ warnings. Bookshelves full of Stephen King and Edgar Allan Poe didn’t make things better. He graduated from Cornell University and the University of Central Florida.

After a tour flying helicopters with the U.S. Army, he now spins twisted tales best read in daylight.

His wife reads what he writes, rolls her eyes, and says “There is something seriously wrong with you.”

He has published the novels DARK INSPIRATION, SACRIFICE, BLACK MAGIC and DARK VENGEANCE, the compilations OUT OF TIME and TALES FROM BEYOND, as well as numerous short stories. He founded the Minnows Literary Group.

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Quest For The Queen's Temple by Russell  James
"5 Stars

This was my first read of Rick and Rose Sinclair's adventures. Looking for the legendary Queen of Sheba's temple. Put two scoundrels in the mix and it made a 5 star read."
River of Death by Russell  James
"This series is so hit or miss. I still know I’m going to read the next one.

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River of Death by Russell  James
"5 Stars

I like Russel James "Grant Coleman" adventure books. They have excitement and some amusing parts too with Grant as the reluctant hero. This one takes Grant to Africa where he is "volunteered" to go on an expedition to the River of Death." Read more of this review »
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Fast paced adventures of Grant continue. This time, however, with a few surprises and exciting plot twists. This did NOT end as I was expecting, which is great. "
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A post apocalyptic tale with a creepy and creative cause. If you like the fight-your-way-across-the-wasteland vibe of THE STAND, you are going to love this one. The thrills and chills in this one are nothing to sneeze at. (You'll get that one when yo ...more
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" For another kick-ass female ranger character, check out the Ranger Kathy West adventure series! "
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“Maybe he didn’t call us home for a reunion. He called us back home to kill it. For good this time.”
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