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Ray Ellis

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Ray Ellis is a veteran law enforcement officer, former Marine, and ordained Christian pastor. Ray began his career in law enforcement with the Orange County Sheriff’s Department in the city of Orange, California in 1989. After working for a number of years in the maximum security facility, he transferred to patrol, working along Orange County’s coast as well as the inner canyons and barrios.

After eight years in Orange County, Ray moved to Idaho and continued his law enforcement career where he has served as a patrol officer, detective, and officer instructor for the Idaho POST Council. In 1999 Ray was appointed as a primary instructor for the Idaho POST Academy Police Training Institution for Idaho, instructing on sub ...more

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Are you writing (or planning on writing) a third Nate Richards book? It's one of my favourite series, and I'd definitely buy a Book 3.
Ray Ellis Yes, as a matter of fact the third book is already out. I am presently working with a manuscript but it’s not up next. Stay in touch and I’ll keep you…moreYes, as a matter of fact the third book is already out. I am presently working with a manuscript but it’s not up next. Stay in touch and I’ll keep you up to date.(less)
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Hi Ray, Are you writing a sequel for Kracken? If so when will it be ready? Thanks, Carol
Ray Ellis Yes, I'm in the last phase of writing The Shadow of the Serpent now. Hopefully to be released in late spring 2018. …moreYes, I'm in the last phase of writing The Shadow of the Serpent now. Hopefully to be released in late spring 2018. (less)
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Average rating: 4.22 · 117 ratings · 38 reviews · 7 distinct works
N.H.I. (No Humans Involved)...
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Kracken
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"I" - A Short Story
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The Fields of Ban...
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Ray Ellis Ray Ellis said: " So far, so good. Will update upon completion.


I forgot to update, but finished it sometime ago. Awesome! "

 
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Sermons on Proverbs
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""Notorious" is a gripping crime thriller that expertly explores the line between justice and vengeance. Ellis Ray delivers a fast-paced narrative centered on rookie detective Nate Richards, who must navigate gang violence in Treasure Valley while sea" Read more of this review »
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Healthy Liver, Happy Heart: Delicious Low-Fat, Low-Sodium Recipes to support Heart and Liver Wellness (Cookbook Series)
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In full disclosure, I was gifted a pre-published copy of this cookbook, but my review is a true and honest representation of my thoughts concerning the material.

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Ray Ellis The Power of the Night

Just read this series again, wow! The author captures the essence of the Christian struggle and through the use of fiction adds a light where perhaps understanding may have been lacking.


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