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Ransomed Daughter: A Troy Evans Novella
Hold on for the latest pulse-pounding thriller from Eric P. Bishop, internationally selling author of The Body Man.
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A father will do anything to protect his daughter.
One Girl.
They warned him. Go to the local authorities, and your daughter dies. Report the abduction to anyone in the government, and we’ll kill her.
One Ransom.
Faced with his worst nightmare, a wealthy father must decide how to respond. Follow the ransom demands and pay the abductors? Or use his connections to get his daughter back another way?
One Solution.
In his desperation, a father turns to a group that operates outside the purview of the United States government.
The Omega Group.
When Troy Evans and his elite team discover their latest mission is far more complex than rescuing an abducted girl, it’s clear the consequences of failure will have much broader implications.
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Praise for The Body Man and Ransomed
“Thriller readers take there’s a new sheriff in town.”
--Ben Coes, NYT Bestselling Author
“A short, sharp, action-packed, adventure.”
--Adam Hamdy, International Bestselling Author
“In a world of tired cliches, Eric has crafted the rip-roaring world of Troy Evans. This novella is a pure shot of intellectual adrenaline!”
--John Guarnieri, Security Director, Former USSS
"In a crowded field of today's political thrillers, The Body Man will keep you guessing until the final page."
--Don Bentley, NYT Bestselling Author of the Matt Drake and Tom Clancy Novels
“Heart pounding intensity, action filled, and heart-felt.”
--Steve Stratton, Author of the Shadow Tier Series
“Action and intrigue abound in this fast-paced, one-two punch from the author who gave us The Body Man.”
--A.M. Adair, Author of the Elle Anderson Series
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A father will do anything to protect his daughter.
One Girl.
They warned him. Go to the local authorities, and your daughter dies. Report the abduction to anyone in the government, and we’ll kill her.
One Ransom.
Faced with his worst nightmare, a wealthy father must decide how to respond. Follow the ransom demands and pay the abductors? Or use his connections to get his daughter back another way?
One Solution.
In his desperation, a father turns to a group that operates outside the purview of the United States government.
The Omega Group.
When Troy Evans and his elite team discover their latest mission is far more complex than rescuing an abducted girl, it’s clear the consequences of failure will have much broader implications.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
Praise for The Body Man and Ransomed
“Thriller readers take there’s a new sheriff in town.”
--Ben Coes, NYT Bestselling Author
“A short, sharp, action-packed, adventure.”
--Adam Hamdy, International Bestselling Author
“In a world of tired cliches, Eric has crafted the rip-roaring world of Troy Evans. This novella is a pure shot of intellectual adrenaline!”
--John Guarnieri, Security Director, Former USSS
"In a crowded field of today's political thrillers, The Body Man will keep you guessing until the final page."
--Don Bentley, NYT Bestselling Author of the Matt Drake and Tom Clancy Novels
“Heart pounding intensity, action filled, and heart-felt.”
--Steve Stratton, Author of the Shadow Tier Series
“Action and intrigue abound in this fast-paced, one-two punch from the author who gave us The Body Man.”
--A.M. Adair, Author of the Elle Anderson Series
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Published October 10, 2023
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October 11, 2023
Just what I needed after The Body Man. A fast, pulse-pounding short story that reads like a full novel. Detailed action and suspense in a quick read to satisfy any thriller junky like myself. Bishop crushes this bullet ride and Troy Evans is next up! Read this, re-read The Body Man, and get ready for a big 2024 from Eric Bishop, Troy Evans, and the Omega Group!
November 5, 2023
In this short novella Bishop creates a fantastic new group of characters that are destined to become household names. The fast paced, non stop action will keep you entertained and excited for the ending. 2024 will be a big year for Eric BIshop as he introduces us even more to the Omega Group!
November 3, 2023
Of course it's a five star book. Ransomed Daughter by Eric P. Bishop is the start of a new series by this author. We get to meet Troy Evans and his Omega group and a case of a kidnapped young woman. Will they rescue her in time or will her father recieve her back in bits? Well get the book and find out, I was fortunate to get it and wow, it is a great high speed chase through France and Syria. For those that have read Erics first book The Body Man will recognize his well written style and some new great characters that will hopefully be with us for some time. He has already announced a full length book for 2024 as well as a second Body Man story. I have been fortunate thanks to social media to discover several debut authors these last few years and it bodes well for all of us who loves to read great books with thrilling content. Mark my words mr. Bishop will be around for some time so just jump aboard and enjoy the ride.
October 11, 2023
Wow, what a fun, paced read! Don’t skip out on this one. Compelling story, intriguing cast of characters that will take you for a ride as they take you on their mission to find Abby.
The introduction of Troy Evans and the Omega Team have been called upon to save the daughter of an oil billionaire in this globe trotting adventure full of suspense, intrigue, and even a few laughs along the way. In about 150 pages, the Eric is able to tell a great story, nails the pacing and begins developing the Omega team into distinguishable characters readers can visualize.
This is the first of what I hope will be many in a series featuring the Omega Team.
The introduction of Troy Evans and the Omega Team have been called upon to save the daughter of an oil billionaire in this globe trotting adventure full of suspense, intrigue, and even a few laughs along the way. In about 150 pages, the Eric is able to tell a great story, nails the pacing and begins developing the Omega team into distinguishable characters readers can visualize.
This is the first of what I hope will be many in a series featuring the Omega Team.
September 3, 2023
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October 13, 2023
I was lucky enough to win an ARC of this Novella.
I am hear to tell you remember this name Eric Bishop!! He is here to stay and become a big name in the Thrillerverse!! Ransomed Daughter is an amazing introduction to Troy Evans and The Omega Group. My Bishop writes incredible characters, dialogue, action and settings. I can see this becoming a HUGE series in the future. There are so many bread crumbs and hints to Troy Evans past and things that are possible with The Omega Group that the future is so exciting to me for this series!! The Omega Group has so many great characters with witty and fast dialogue that all fit together. The plot keeps you on the edge of your seat and guessing. I am ready for more!!! Plus you get a sneak peak at the end to the second book of The Body Man series, Breach of Trust!!!
I am hear to tell you remember this name Eric Bishop!! He is here to stay and become a big name in the Thrillerverse!! Ransomed Daughter is an amazing introduction to Troy Evans and The Omega Group. My Bishop writes incredible characters, dialogue, action and settings. I can see this becoming a HUGE series in the future. There are so many bread crumbs and hints to Troy Evans past and things that are possible with The Omega Group that the future is so exciting to me for this series!! The Omega Group has so many great characters with witty and fast dialogue that all fit together. The plot keeps you on the edge of your seat and guessing. I am ready for more!!! Plus you get a sneak peak at the end to the second book of The Body Man series, Breach of Trust!!!
August 25, 2023
From the Author of The Body Man, we now have a great thriller novella about
Good triumphing over evil, in compact form. Not familiar with the novella
I was surprised to finish this book in record time, but not using breakneck speed.
We have a special ops team entrusted to find the kidnapped daughter of a very wealthy family. The daughter has no desire to be returned… The Omega group
will do what they do best and we go along for the ride.
I recommend this to folks who enjoy Gregg Hurwitz, Marc Cameron & Brad Taylor.
My thanks to the Author, Eric P. bishop for a first available uncorrected copy of
title for every comment I had to offer and for my unbiased review.
This is the first book in the highly anticipated series: TROY EVANS Novella
Good triumphing over evil, in compact form. Not familiar with the novella
I was surprised to finish this book in record time, but not using breakneck speed.
We have a special ops team entrusted to find the kidnapped daughter of a very wealthy family. The daughter has no desire to be returned… The Omega group
will do what they do best and we go along for the ride.
I recommend this to folks who enjoy Gregg Hurwitz, Marc Cameron & Brad Taylor.
My thanks to the Author, Eric P. bishop for a first available uncorrected copy of
title for every comment I had to offer and for my unbiased review.
This is the first book in the highly anticipated series: TROY EVANS Novella
October 10, 2023
I was lucky enough to read an advanced copy of Ransomed Daughter (thank you so much Eric!) and couldn’t wait for the final release so I had to buy the Kindle version. Great action, intrigue, outstanding cast of characters and twists that will keep you hanging on until the final word! Highly recommend this for all thriller fans and cannot wait for more Omega Team action!
October 22, 2023
Exciting and fast paced! The Omega Group are the real deal!
October 13, 2023
I like the main character of this novella and think a series based off him would be interesting. I'd be willing to read a book based on the Omega Group and Troy. Unlike many protagonists in this genre, I found it interesting that Troy is not portrayed as being well trained in spycraft. Hopefully, if there is a series, we'll see his spy trade craft become better honed.
I thought the plot was 4 stars and the writing style was 3 stars, so 3.5 stars overall. I rounded up to 4 stars because for a novella, I think the author did a good job developing the characters in a short amount of time. The chapter before the epilogue was too ambiguous for me, but hopefully if a book is published Mr. Blue and Mr. Grey will be explained.
I thought the plot was 4 stars and the writing style was 3 stars, so 3.5 stars overall. I rounded up to 4 stars because for a novella, I think the author did a good job developing the characters in a short amount of time. The chapter before the epilogue was too ambiguous for me, but hopefully if a book is published Mr. Blue and Mr. Grey will be explained.
October 11, 2023
Eric Bishop's RANSOMED DAUGHTER is the first of his new Omega Group series. What an outstanding start. Troy Evans and his team are very engaging. Yes they are above average heroes, but they have flaws and emotions that lift the storyline well above the average Triller novel.
Speaking of novels, RANSOMED DAUGHTER is a novella that is joining F.X. Regan, David Darling and others to put new life and interest in novellas. In the growing world of short attention spans, this new trend of novellas will put a serious shot in the arm to get more people to take the time to read.
Finally, this is Bishop at his best. You thought THE BODY MAN was good? Don't wait, buy RANSOMED DAUGHTER now! You won't regret it!
Speaking of novels, RANSOMED DAUGHTER is a novella that is joining F.X. Regan, David Darling and others to put new life and interest in novellas. In the growing world of short attention spans, this new trend of novellas will put a serious shot in the arm to get more people to take the time to read.
Finally, this is Bishop at his best. You thought THE BODY MAN was good? Don't wait, buy RANSOMED DAUGHTER now! You won't regret it!
September 24, 2023
Troy and the Omega Group are a definite series to follow. Action, relationships, twists to unravel. a definite must read.
November 8, 2024
I came across this book recently through an ad in my Facebook feed (likely due to the number of military thrillers I have read and reviewed in the last two and a half years...especially since joining the Military Thrillers Book group).
The synopsis of this short novella, Ransomed Daughter, published on 26 September 2023, is that a young woman has been kidnapped and is being held for ransom. Warned not to involve law enforcement, the woman’s wealthy father is desperate to find a way to get his daughter back, not trusting that paying the ransom will be enough. He calls up an old buddy nicknamed The Colonel and asks for help from his Omega Group, an elite black-ops unit will the skills and means to track down and rescue his little girl.
The team, led by Troy Evans, gets to work and uses intellect, intimidation, and technology to get the job done. But rescuing the woman from her captors may turn out to be the simplest part of this complex mission.
Ransomed Daughter introduces readers to Troy Evans, an intriguing character with a lot of potential. He’s highly skilled from his armed forces training and exhibits the hallmarks of a good leader. However, he’s no military lemming who blindly follows orders. Yes, he accepts direction from his superior officer and focuses his team on completing the mission, but he also demonstrates the ability to think for himself, evaluate situations in the moment, and make informed decisions on the proper course of action. Which makes him a highly capable and likable protagonist that readers will want to see more of in the future.
A non-stop dramatic and electrifying thriller novella, Ransomed Daughter is sure to entertain, enthrall, and enrage. Eric Bishop has packed a metric ton of intensity and emotion into this tiny but mighty package (a mere 195 pages).
Containing fast-paced, solid storytelling and a thrill-ride plot, Ransomed Daughter is an engaging and stirring thriller that signals the beginning of a new and exciting series. I would give this novella a strong four stars on a five-star scale as I believe it is a pretty decent introduction to a new team of black-op action stars and would be a welcome read by aficionados of this genre of literature. I am looking forward to the next book in this series (Babylon Will Rise, coming in early December)
As with most of my literary ramblings, these are a few of my five cents worth.
The synopsis of this short novella, Ransomed Daughter, published on 26 September 2023, is that a young woman has been kidnapped and is being held for ransom. Warned not to involve law enforcement, the woman’s wealthy father is desperate to find a way to get his daughter back, not trusting that paying the ransom will be enough. He calls up an old buddy nicknamed The Colonel and asks for help from his Omega Group, an elite black-ops unit will the skills and means to track down and rescue his little girl.
The team, led by Troy Evans, gets to work and uses intellect, intimidation, and technology to get the job done. But rescuing the woman from her captors may turn out to be the simplest part of this complex mission.
Ransomed Daughter introduces readers to Troy Evans, an intriguing character with a lot of potential. He’s highly skilled from his armed forces training and exhibits the hallmarks of a good leader. However, he’s no military lemming who blindly follows orders. Yes, he accepts direction from his superior officer and focuses his team on completing the mission, but he also demonstrates the ability to think for himself, evaluate situations in the moment, and make informed decisions on the proper course of action. Which makes him a highly capable and likable protagonist that readers will want to see more of in the future.
A non-stop dramatic and electrifying thriller novella, Ransomed Daughter is sure to entertain, enthrall, and enrage. Eric Bishop has packed a metric ton of intensity and emotion into this tiny but mighty package (a mere 195 pages).
Containing fast-paced, solid storytelling and a thrill-ride plot, Ransomed Daughter is an engaging and stirring thriller that signals the beginning of a new and exciting series. I would give this novella a strong four stars on a five-star scale as I believe it is a pretty decent introduction to a new team of black-op action stars and would be a welcome read by aficionados of this genre of literature. I am looking forward to the next book in this series (Babylon Will Rise, coming in early December)
As with most of my literary ramblings, these are a few of my five cents worth.
January 14, 2024
Ransomed Daughter is a novella that introduces the Troy Evans Thriller series by Eric Bishop, a USA Today bestselling author of spy thrillers. The book follows Troy Evans, a former CIA agent turned freelance assassin, who works for a covert group called the Omega Group. His latest assignment is to rescue the daughter of a wealthy businessman, who has been kidnapped by a ruthless gang of criminals. However, he soon discovers that the case is more complicated than it seems, and that he has to face his past and his feelings for his ex-lover, Zoya, who is also a spy.
Eric Bishop is a skilled and experienced writer, who creates realistic and gripping scenes of espionage, combat, and survival. His characters are complex and compelling, especially Troy Evans, who is a flawed but fascinating anti-hero, who struggles with his past and his loyalty. The plot is fast-paced and unpredictable, with surprises and shocks that keep the reader engaged until the end.
Ransomed Daughter is a highly recommended read for fans of spy thrillers, political intrigue, and military thrillers. It is a standalone novel, but it is better to read the previous books in the series to fully appreciate the character development and the backstory. It is a relevant and captivating book that raises important questions about the role of technology, power, and family in our world.
Eric Bishop is a skilled and experienced writer, who creates realistic and gripping scenes of espionage, combat, and survival. His characters are complex and compelling, especially Troy Evans, who is a flawed but fascinating anti-hero, who struggles with his past and his loyalty. The plot is fast-paced and unpredictable, with surprises and shocks that keep the reader engaged until the end.
Ransomed Daughter is a highly recommended read for fans of spy thrillers, political intrigue, and military thrillers. It is a standalone novel, but it is better to read the previous books in the series to fully appreciate the character development and the backstory. It is a relevant and captivating book that raises important questions about the role of technology, power, and family in our world.
October 18, 2023
I've been an avid follower of Eric's work ever since The Body Man, but I must say, Ransomed Daughter catapults him to new heights of literary prowess! This novella is a whirlwind of excitement, delivering a relentless, breakneck pace that keeps you on the edge of your seat from the very first page. Eric's writing is not just well-crafted; it's a symphony of words that dances across the page, leaving you breathless in its wake.
Ransomed Daughter is a masterpiece, a tantalizing glimpse into the world of Troy Evans and the enigmatic Omega Group. As a die-hard thriller fan, I can't help but salivate at the prospect of more novels in this electrifying series. Eric has set the bar impossibly high with this one, and I can hardly contain my excitement for what's to come.
If you're searching for a literary rollercoaster that will leave you exhilarated, pick up Ransomed Daughter without a moment's hesitation. Trust me, you won't just be satisfied; you'll be utterly and unequivocally captivated.
Ransomed Daughter is a masterpiece, a tantalizing glimpse into the world of Troy Evans and the enigmatic Omega Group. As a die-hard thriller fan, I can't help but salivate at the prospect of more novels in this electrifying series. Eric has set the bar impossibly high with this one, and I can hardly contain my excitement for what's to come.
If you're searching for a literary rollercoaster that will leave you exhilarated, pick up Ransomed Daughter without a moment's hesitation. Trust me, you won't just be satisfied; you'll be utterly and unequivocally captivated.
January 28, 2024
Author Eric Bishop delivers on his Omega Group Novella. The Ransomed Daughter reads like a movie in length and style. The 140 page novella moves quickly and satisfies the reader with an interesting ending leaving you wanting more! More, please, Mr. Bishop! The Ransomed Daughter reminds me of a mixture of Taken and the modern Mission Impossible movies. I want to know more about The Omega Group and main character Troy Eavns. I’m definitely looking forward to future installments. Also recommended: Eric Bishop’s The Body Man, which is a 5-Star political thriller.
September 9, 2023
A great start to what is hopefully a long and brilliant series by Eric Bishop.
Troy Evans and The Omega Team are called upon to rescue the kidnap daughter of an oil tycoon, but all is not as it seems. Will the team unravel the mystery and rescue the girl, or will they be too late?
At about 150 pages this novella introduces us to a great cast of characters and provides non-stop action. I'm already looking forward to the next book.
Troy Evans and The Omega Team are called upon to rescue the kidnap daughter of an oil tycoon, but all is not as it seems. Will the team unravel the mystery and rescue the girl, or will they be too late?
At about 150 pages this novella introduces us to a great cast of characters and provides non-stop action. I'm already looking forward to the next book.
January 2, 2024
I was first introduced to Eric Bishop through his book, THE BODY MAN. I really enjoyed it and was looking forward to reading RANSOMED DAUGHTER. This Novella, while a quick read, contained a fantastic thriller with solid characters and a great plot. New characters (the Omega Group) that I’m sure we will see them again. And I look forward to reading Bishop’s next installment of THE BODY MAN in 2024
November 25, 2023
An engaging read that takes you through Austria, France, Syria and more, Troy Evans and the Omega Group capture your attention and don’t let go. With his fun and adventurous writing, I'm looking forward to the next one from Eric Bishop!
January 2, 2024
What an amazing thrill ride from start to finish. This one hit the ground running from the very first page to the last. Ransomed Daughter is a must read for anyone who appreciates a fast paced thriller.
January 5, 2024
Eric Bishop has brought the heat with this novella. Ransomed Daughter is a fast paced read with action, twists and character development. Ransomed Daughter sets up a new series in the military thriller world with the Omegas. Be on the lookout for the first full novel for the Omegas coming in 2024.
February 3, 2024
This may only be a novella at just over 100 pages, but boy does it pack a lot in, punchy with a grip like vice that holds your attention
Eric P Bishop is the author of the acclaimed The Body Man a debut thriller of the highest order (recommend you read), so I had high expectations for this book, i was not disappointed.
The opening pages take you straight to the heart of the action, you get a sense of who Troy Evans his and the type of man he is along with the rest of the Omega group, an elite force.
The author has a way of creating gripping scenes which have an overriding sense of realism, this is a fast moving and fast paced read which gets straight to the heart of the action, delivering a gripping and wholly engaging read.
I often feel that when you read a book which involves an elite team that it is vital that they follow their mission through without question, there is no room for questions, a team built on friendship, loyalty and an overriding sense of trust
The book manages to create a plenty of tension and surprising twists, which turn the story on its head, a read steeped with intrigue, in someways it also a read which poses many questions and discerning the truth is not always easy
One thing I found as I read the book was the mental picture forming in my mind of each character and scene, and that is down to the quality of the writing with its vivid and descriptive narrative
Troy Evans is an interesting character, not without his flaws, you feel he has a backstory waiting to get out
As a novella the way the story is broken down into distinct parts gave it more of a succinct feel to each stage, allowing the narrative to move along
I would like to think this maybe the start of the series, it certainly has a lot of potential. A compact thriller that had me fully absorbed
One to recommend and an author to watch out for, Eric P Bishop knows how to write thrillers that keep the reader on their toes and entertained, an automatic buy for me
Eric P Bishop is the author of the acclaimed The Body Man a debut thriller of the highest order (recommend you read), so I had high expectations for this book, i was not disappointed.
The opening pages take you straight to the heart of the action, you get a sense of who Troy Evans his and the type of man he is along with the rest of the Omega group, an elite force.
The author has a way of creating gripping scenes which have an overriding sense of realism, this is a fast moving and fast paced read which gets straight to the heart of the action, delivering a gripping and wholly engaging read.
I often feel that when you read a book which involves an elite team that it is vital that they follow their mission through without question, there is no room for questions, a team built on friendship, loyalty and an overriding sense of trust
The book manages to create a plenty of tension and surprising twists, which turn the story on its head, a read steeped with intrigue, in someways it also a read which poses many questions and discerning the truth is not always easy
One thing I found as I read the book was the mental picture forming in my mind of each character and scene, and that is down to the quality of the writing with its vivid and descriptive narrative
Troy Evans is an interesting character, not without his flaws, you feel he has a backstory waiting to get out
As a novella the way the story is broken down into distinct parts gave it more of a succinct feel to each stage, allowing the narrative to move along
I would like to think this maybe the start of the series, it certainly has a lot of potential. A compact thriller that had me fully absorbed
One to recommend and an author to watch out for, Eric P Bishop knows how to write thrillers that keep the reader on their toes and entertained, an automatic buy for me
September 13, 2023
This is a quick paced and exciting entry in the genre. Bishop is a gem and his books are always satisfying as can be. A great novella from a rising star.
October 13, 2023
Review to follow
July 28, 2024
Handsome Ransome
Great writing and even better story telling. A short novel but with tall returns of action and of human interaction. SUPER-b!
Great writing and even better story telling. A short novel but with tall returns of action and of human interaction. SUPER-b!
December 13, 2024
same old same old
More of the same, taciturn professionals doing their job. Boring as hell. I will not stick around for the next chapter.
More of the same, taciturn professionals doing their job. Boring as hell. I will not stick around for the next chapter.
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