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The Phantom of The Congo
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The Phantom of The Congo
In the dark heart of Africa’s deepest rainforest, a ruthless predator waits.
And he kills without mercy.
When insurance investigator Jason Green is dispatched to a remote research station in the shadow of Ngandu Mountain, it sounds routine. Inspect a few breakdowns, file a report, and fly home.
But nothing in the Congo is ever routine.
The jungle hides secrets. The station hides something far worse.
Green uncovers a deadly chain of sabotage, murder, and corporate deceit controlled by a warlord known only as The Phantom.
Behind it all lies a global pharmaceutical giant that will kill to protect its empire.
Beside Green stands Dr. Lisette Giger, a brilliant scientist fighting to save her research, and her life.
Together, they’re trapped in a world where nature is the enemy, trust is a luxury, and every step could be their last.
As the line between hunter and hunted disappears, Green faces a brutal truth.
In the Congo, there are no rules. The jungle shows no mercy. And the Phantom never misses.
Gordon Wallis delivers his most explosive thriller yet. An unrelenting tale of survival, corruption, and revenge, where every heartbeat echoes in the rain and every shadow hides certain death.
But Jason Green doesn’t just fight to live. He fights to win.
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The Phantom of The Congo
In the dark heart of Africa’s deepest rainforest, a ruthless predator waits.
And he kills without mercy.
When insurance investigator Jason Green is dispatched to a remote research station in the shadow of Ngandu Mountain, it sounds routine. Inspect a few breakdowns, file a report, and fly home.
But nothing in the Congo is ever routine.
The jungle hides secrets. The station hides something far worse.
Green uncovers a deadly chain of sabotage, murder, and corporate deceit controlled by a warlord known only as The Phantom.
Behind it all lies a global pharmaceutical giant that will kill to protect its empire.
Beside Green stands Dr. Lisette Giger, a brilliant scientist fighting to save her research, and her life.
Together, they’re trapped in a world where nature is the enemy, trust is a luxury, and every step could be their last.
As the line between hunter and hunted disappears, Green faces a brutal truth.
In the Congo, there are no rules. The jungle shows no mercy. And the Phantom never misses.
Gordon Wallis delivers his most explosive thriller yet. An unrelenting tale of survival, corruption, and revenge, where every heartbeat echoes in the rain and every shadow hides certain death.
But Jason Green doesn’t just fight to live. He fights to win.
Grab it Now!
372 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 19, 2025
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May 24, 2026
The book is well written. The descriptions of the jungle are both believable and poetic. The descriptions of the research center’s equipment are as well. But the author spends more time on descriptions than on action. In fact, the action consists mainly of moving from one point to another within the jungle.
The Cloud People could be interesting, but they are described only briefly. We learn almost at the very end that they use bows and arrows. And even though we know they are knowledgeable about plants, they don’t use this knowledge to poison their arrows. So, they could have watched the enemies approach from the top of Ngandu Mountain (imaginary mountain) and shot arrows at them to save Jason and Lisette, the main characters. But no. One of them finally thinks to use his bow to knock a hornet’s nest onto the villains only at the very end of the novel.
And Jason wonders almost until the very end who destroyed the research center, while the average reader knows full well from the moment the author describes a Lucidex camp—that is, almost at the beginning of the novel.
I’m a big fan of action novels, but not so much of adventure novels. In these action novels, the protagonists are always on high alert and ready to act if necessary. They’re knowledgeable about firearms and often other weapons as well, which they use as soon as danger approaches. They know how to track down and trap their opponents and don’t wait for them to attack before taking them by surprise.
Jason in this novel is the complete opposite. It’s true that he’s an insurance agent. So, he’s not a former soldier, like the characters in the action novels I enjoy so much reading. Although Jason carries a firearm for hours, he only uses it at the very end and doesn’t suspect a thing when Mwanda, the main antagonist, whom he believes was killed, regains consciousness, ready to attack him again. Yet this is a classic trope of action or adventure novels, isn't it? The enemy who’s been knocked out is never truly out for good. He always comes to with a vengeance.
So, there are weaknesses in this novel that rendered it lukewarm to me. I found it uselessly long. I'm not sure to read another book by this author.
2.5/5 rounded up to 3
The Cloud People could be interesting, but they are described only briefly. We learn almost at the very end that they use bows and arrows. And even though we know they are knowledgeable about plants, they don’t use this knowledge to poison their arrows. So, they could have watched the enemies approach from the top of Ngandu Mountain (imaginary mountain) and shot arrows at them to save Jason and Lisette, the main characters. But no. One of them finally thinks to use his bow to knock a hornet’s nest onto the villains only at the very end of the novel.
And Jason wonders almost until the very end who destroyed the research center, while the average reader knows full well from the moment the author describes a Lucidex camp—that is, almost at the beginning of the novel.
I’m a big fan of action novels, but not so much of adventure novels. In these action novels, the protagonists are always on high alert and ready to act if necessary. They’re knowledgeable about firearms and often other weapons as well, which they use as soon as danger approaches. They know how to track down and trap their opponents and don’t wait for them to attack before taking them by surprise.
Jason in this novel is the complete opposite. It’s true that he’s an insurance agent. So, he’s not a former soldier, like the characters in the action novels I enjoy so much reading. Although Jason carries a firearm for hours, he only uses it at the very end and doesn’t suspect a thing when Mwanda, the main antagonist, whom he believes was killed, regains consciousness, ready to attack him again. Yet this is a classic trope of action or adventure novels, isn't it? The enemy who’s been knocked out is never truly out for good. He always comes to with a vengeance.
So, there are weaknesses in this novel that rendered it lukewarm to me. I found it uselessly long. I'm not sure to read another book by this author.
2.5/5 rounded up to 3
December 1, 2025
Gordon Wallis has surpassed himself with this book! It is an outstanding read! Suspense right through to a very surprising end. You can literally smelḻ the jungle & keep looking over your shoulder trying to spot the murdering mongrel Mwanda! Also called Phantom! But absolutely nothing like the other “Phantom, Hero of the Bandar Pygmy poison People, Ghost who walks!. But I digress! This book is impossible to put down. If you haven’t read it yet, I strongly urge you to do so.
December 8, 2025
Action packed adventure
A most enjoyable read and a page turner to boot.
Congo jungle sounds like a naaasty place , not for the faint hearted.
The descriptions are vivid and quite realistic making the reader feel right there in the heart of the action.
They kept me guessing right up to the bitter end......
Best read for a while now,
Number 10 now , wow another good book Me G Wallis .
Really worth a read..
A most enjoyable read and a page turner to boot.
Congo jungle sounds like a naaasty place , not for the faint hearted.
The descriptions are vivid and quite realistic making the reader feel right there in the heart of the action.
They kept me guessing right up to the bitter end......
Best read for a while now,
Number 10 now , wow another good book Me G Wallis .
Really worth a read..
August 6, 2026
WOW!
This was the type of book you can't put down! Authors descriptive writing was terrific and held a persons attention with dis belief!!!! I certainly will be reading more of exceptions work!!! Thanks Mr. Wallis.
This was the type of book you can't put down! Authors descriptive writing was terrific and held a persons attention with dis belief!!!! I certainly will be reading more of exceptions work!!! Thanks Mr. Wallis.
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November 25, 2025Couldn’t put it down!
January 5, 2026
Superb read! Non stop action. Another great book in the Jason Green series.
January 15, 2026
Great read full of excitement and drama. I have enjoyed reading the complete "series" (readable as standalones).
June 5, 2026
Interesting tale
It moved a little slow in the beginning, but roared to a gripping and exciting conclusion. I applauded and vowed to never look at a hornet's nest the same.
It moved a little slow in the beginning, but roared to a gripping and exciting conclusion. I applauded and vowed to never look at a hornet's nest the same.
July 14, 2026
Very well done, awesome story, made me feel like I was right there with them. If you like gut wrenching drama you will enjoy it.
July 27, 2026
Very captivating!
I Loved this book and how it was written! I had a hard time putting it down! Highly recommend it !
I Loved this book and how it was written! I had a hard time putting it down! Highly recommend it !
September 14, 2026
Excellent story, and great adventure…!
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