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Gabriel Wolfe #3
Condor: Volume 3 (The Gabriel Wolfe Thrillers) by Andy Maslen
WHEN OBEDIENCE MEANS DEATH A suicide bomber boards a crowded bus in central London. Ex-SAS captain Gabriel Wolfe, now struggling with PTSD, is having a coffee just yards away. In the ensuing carnage, Gabriel is plunged into a bloody memory of his last, botched mission. Plagued by visions of the dead comrade he left behind, Gabriel now freelances for The Department, a secret British Government hit squad. He wants to take out whoever ordered the attack. Gabriel’s desire for vengeance leads him to Eden, the Brazilian rainforest compound of a religious cult called The Children of Heaven. The cult’s leader is “Père Christophe”, a psychopath with a taste for fine wines, Mozart and extreme violence. But when Gabriel arrives, he is brainwashed, brutalised and fitted for his own suicide vest. Then his real battle begins. To prevent more deaths … including his own. “A Cross Between Bond and Reacher” This edge-of-your-seat action thriller is the third full-length outing for Andy Maslen’s “hero among us”, Gabriel Wolfe. Condor combines heart-stopping action with nightmarish scenes of psychological breakdown. Gabriel’s enemies include a sadistic Colombian cartel boss nicknamed “The Baptist”, a vicious biker gang - the Sons of Satan - and, in the heart of the rainforest itself, a psychopathic cult leader with a taste for classical music, fine wine and extreme violence. Fans of Lee Child, James Patterson, Vince Flynn and Daniel Da Silva are already saluting Maslen as an author to watch. If you like your heroes flawed as well as resourceful, you’ll love Gabriel Wolfe. He’s been called “deadlier than Bond”, and “more human than Reacher”. Praise for Andy Maslen’s Gabriel Wolfe books >>> Trigger Point “Action, double-crosses, villains galore… a rattling good thriller! Early Bond meets Jack Reacher - a thrilling debut outing for a new action hero.” Damien Seaman, author of The Killing of Emma Gross, on Trigger Point. “A pacy and entertaining read, with plenty of action, genuine suspense and good snappy dialogue. Gabriel Wolfe is a great new addition to the world of thriller heroes.” bookworm51|Verified Purchase >>> Blind Impact “… continues to develop its rugged hero.” Kirkus Reviews “There's so much energy in this story, you're hooked from the start and can't help but race through it. I'd love to see this series made into a film franchise!” VR |Verified Purchase DOWNLOAD YOUR COPY OF CONDOR NOW
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About the author
Andy Maslen
76 books524 followersMULTI-MILLION COPY BESTSELLER
Andy Maslen writes thrillers across a number of genres: police procedurals, vigilante, psychological, suspense and horror. He spent 30 years in business before turning to writing full time.
Readers praise Andy's novels for their relatable characters, realistic dialogue, sense of place and kinetic action sequences, and for his meticulous research into police procedure around the world.
He is the creator of best-selling series featuring Kat Ballantyne, Gabriel Wolfe, Stella Cole and Inspector Ford, plus standalone novels and short stories.
Andy was born in Nottingham, England. After leaving university with a degree in psychology, he worked in business for thirty years as a copywriter. In his spare time, he plays the guitar. He lives in Wiltshire.
Andy Maslen writes thrillers across a number of genres: police procedurals, vigilante, psychological, suspense and horror. He spent 30 years in business before turning to writing full time.
Readers praise Andy's novels for their relatable characters, realistic dialogue, sense of place and kinetic action sequences, and for his meticulous research into police procedure around the world.
He is the creator of best-selling series featuring Kat Ballantyne, Gabriel Wolfe, Stella Cole and Inspector Ford, plus standalone novels and short stories.
Andy was born in Nottingham, England. After leaving university with a degree in psychology, he worked in business for thirty years as a copywriter. In his spare time, he plays the guitar. He lives in Wiltshire.
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July 29, 2020
The story deals with terrorism very broadly and religious cult following. The plot moves at a swift pace and I could understand the choices made by Gabriel all through the story. Fast paced and never a dull moment, the premise was enjoyable. The villain was a real work of art and he was etched to almost brilliance making me really want to hate him.
Overall enjoyed it.
Overall enjoyed it.
September 25, 2017
This is the 3rd in the Gabriel Wolfe stories and can also be read as a stand alone book without missing out on anything. Gabriel is n London when a bomb goes off on a bus just near him while he is sat having coffee. He helps the victims the best he can but will this bring his PTSD to the fore again. He is no longer part of the military but does work for his old friend Don Webster and when he is sent on a mission to go undercover and integrate himself into the cult known as The Children of Heaven.I really enjoyed the insights into this 'cult' and how they manipulate their followers, will Gabriel be able to overcome that and remain true to his mission? Things get very uncertain and he has no contact with the outside world, will this be the end for Gabriel? The tension mounts and I found myself rushing to the end but then wanting more of Gabriel Wolfe and his sometimes odd previous colleague's.
I loved the book and would recommend it to everyone, I really would have given more than 5 stars if I could.
I loved the book and would recommend it to everyone, I really would have given more than 5 stars if I could.
October 2, 2017
Condor by Andy Maslen.
When former SAS operative Gabriel Wolfe gets caught up in a terrorist suicide bombing attack on a London bus, he vows to find the person who ordered the attack and deliver justice. Now, lost and alone in the terrorist’s cult compound in the Brazilian rainforest, Gabriel must shake off the effects of Soviet-style brainwashing techniques and kill “Père Christophe” before any more people are murdered.
A very good read. I really enjoyed it. Full of action. Would love to see this as a mini series. 5*. Tbc on fb.
When former SAS operative Gabriel Wolfe gets caught up in a terrorist suicide bombing attack on a London bus, he vows to find the person who ordered the attack and deliver justice. Now, lost and alone in the terrorist’s cult compound in the Brazilian rainforest, Gabriel must shake off the effects of Soviet-style brainwashing techniques and kill “Père Christophe” before any more people are murdered.
A very good read. I really enjoyed it. Full of action. Would love to see this as a mini series. 5*. Tbc on fb.
October 16, 2022
Not all terror attacks are from the usual suspects. Condor by Andy maslen is another great action filled story about ex SAS soldier Gabriel Wolfe. This time he has to deal with a cult that has some strange ideas to how and why they do things. We also get to know more about Gabriels past. I do enjoy this series and there are some books left to read before I'm finished with it and I'm sure I will enjoy those as well.
January 29, 2019
I didn't enjoy this book as much as the previous 2 Gabriel Wolfe novels. I felt it was slow to develop and then very fast to end, with some variations with how Gabriel would behave (thinking about how he treats the bar owner during his trip back to Eden).
September 4, 2020
This book drew my attention at the beginning of the story and at the end. I have not read the other "Gabriel Wolfe" stories so did not know what to expect. I found a little too much detail in the "types" of guns and weapons he used and the explanation of each, but otherwise the story was different. I expected our savior to "fly" in and save Eden and was surprised at what happened. All in all, I did enjoy the book and it was a quick read, although at times I put it down for a few days because I was quite busy.
October 22, 2021
Gabriel, The Avenging Archangel.
A hundred miles an hour adventure tale which starts with a suicide bombing of a London bus.
On a trail of vengeance Gabriel travels for and wide to avenge these deaths and nearly becomes a victim himself in the hands a pseudo religious cult, which has death at its heart.
The tension lasts throughout this well told tale. You'll find it hard to put it down.
A hundred miles an hour adventure tale which starts with a suicide bombing of a London bus.
On a trail of vengeance Gabriel travels for and wide to avenge these deaths and nearly becomes a victim himself in the hands a pseudo religious cult, which has death at its heart.
The tension lasts throughout this well told tale. You'll find it hard to put it down.
June 3, 2023
Beware of False Idols
The potential for control of large numbers of impressionable young minds is and no doubt has devastating effects on population globally. The power to send willing suicide bombers anywhere. Add in a corrupt patriarch with their own issues, together with greed fuelled drug cartels give Gabriel Wolfe a deadly, almost fatal path to follow.
Exciting escape into the shadow world of undercover agency's. Great well crafted story, great characters.
The potential for control of large numbers of impressionable young minds is and no doubt has devastating effects on population globally. The power to send willing suicide bombers anywhere. Add in a corrupt patriarch with their own issues, together with greed fuelled drug cartels give Gabriel Wolfe a deadly, almost fatal path to follow.
Exciting escape into the shadow world of undercover agency's. Great well crafted story, great characters.
January 13, 2019
Just gets better
Brilliant series of books, watch out Lee Child. Great character in Gabriel Wolfe. Once you pick up these books you do not want to put them down. Each story is really good the details and the storyline are very compelling, bring on the next one I highly recommend these books so full of action!!!!
Brilliant series of books, watch out Lee Child. Great character in Gabriel Wolfe. Once you pick up these books you do not want to put them down. Each story is really good the details and the storyline are very compelling, bring on the next one I highly recommend these books so full of action!!!!
July 13, 2024
This started off well, but after the initial event and its immediate aftermath the story went in a different direction and I really just didn’t care for any of it after that. It felt disjointed, and several aspects seemed like strange choices for this series.
But I enjoyed the first two books and I’ll likely enjoy more after this, so it’s fine.
But I enjoyed the first two books and I’ll likely enjoy more after this, so it’s fine.
February 23, 2019
Condor
Good story with happenings of today mixed just the right amount with those of yesterday. Complex workings of the mind intermingled with reality injected throughout the tale make the hero real instead of stilted stereotype.
Good story with happenings of today mixed just the right amount with those of yesterday. Complex workings of the mind intermingled with reality injected throughout the tale make the hero real instead of stilted stereotype.
August 12, 2021
Always a twist you never see coming
Well paced, plenty of action but also plenty of character focus too.
Always learning more about what makes Gabriel Wolfe tick.
A series I'm throughout enjoying.
Well paced, plenty of action but also plenty of character focus too.
Always learning more about what makes Gabriel Wolfe tick.
A series I'm throughout enjoying.
December 20, 2021
A fascinating story
This was a page turner. The action was constant, and the psychological underpinning of the protagonists added to the enjoyment of the reading. I am sure the Gabriel Wolfe series will be a winner
This was a page turner. The action was constant, and the psychological underpinning of the protagonists added to the enjoyment of the reading. I am sure the Gabriel Wolfe series will be a winner
December 12, 2023
Action packed
Gabriel Wolfe embarks on a complex mission taking him to South America following a major incident in London. He confronts many challenges, some intensely personal. Excitement runs throughout this well-written volume.
Gabriel Wolfe embarks on a complex mission taking him to South America following a major incident in London. He confronts many challenges, some intensely personal. Excitement runs throughout this well-written volume.
October 5, 2017
An engaging, well-paced thriller, ripped right out of the headlines.
April 7, 2018
An engaging addition to this excellent series.
July 16, 2018
The deeper into the story, it was harder to put this book down. Enjoyable and very current.
August 30, 2018
YES......YES.......YES!!!!!!!!Forgot how good these are .
December 29, 2018
Off the Rails
Not as good as the first two in the series, this one goes off the rails 2/3s of the way through.
Not as good as the first two in the series, this one goes off the rails 2/3s of the way through.
March 7, 2019
Gabriel woolfe
Brilliant read pacy exciting loved Wolfe and his personality. Ready to ready to readthenext one. Hope you write many. More Andy.
Brilliant read pacy exciting loved Wolfe and his personality. Ready to ready to readthenext one. Hope you write many. More Andy.
June 30, 2019
Dumb ending.
Book just ended. I found myself going to the next book in the series to try and find a continuation but there was none.
Book just ended. I found myself going to the next book in the series to try and find a continuation but there was none.
December 4, 2019
Interesting read
Lots of good and challenging storylines.
Character development is great. Not trying to be a special forces training manual.
Looking forward to next book.
Lots of good and challenging storylines.
Character development is great. Not trying to be a special forces training manual.
Looking forward to next book.
June 30, 2020
Another great read with one of my favourite characters.
July 30, 2020
Hard to put down once you start
It was a very interesting book it will make you think about easily people can be convinced to do anything or they can be fooked
It was a very interesting book it will make you think about easily people can be convinced to do anything or they can be fooked
November 21, 2020
Voices
International thriller loaded with action. Death is around every corner in this well written adventure story. You will not be able to put it down.
International thriller loaded with action. Death is around every corner in this well written adventure story. You will not be able to put it down.
February 11, 2021
A great book
I really enjoyed reading about Gabriel Wolfe and his adventures and his sense of right and wrong thanks Andy Mason!
I really enjoyed reading about Gabriel Wolfe and his adventures and his sense of right and wrong thanks Andy Mason!
August 25, 2021
A very good read
Just as promised, a thriller to the end. Must follow more of the adventures of Gabriel Wolfe. You won't be disappointed.
Just as promised, a thriller to the end. Must follow more of the adventures of Gabriel Wolfe. You won't be disappointed.
May 8, 2022
Very enjoyable
I really enjoyed reading this book and look forward to reading more of Gabriel Wolfe series and his exploits, I highly recommend these books
I really enjoyed reading this book and look forward to reading more of Gabriel Wolfe series and his exploits, I highly recommend these books
May 15, 2022
Gory but good
The narrative is always first person thoughtful planned and
complete. Would not want to be a target for Gabriel!!!Page turner
The narrative is always first person thoughtful planned and
complete. Would not want to be a target for Gabriel!!!Page turner
August 2, 2022
I enjoyed this book very much but felt it jumped around quite a bit once he went out after the cult
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