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Atticus
WITHIN ONE MAN'S PAST LIES THE WHOLE WORLD'S FUTURE
A lone British World War II pilot crash lands in a present-day Pennsylvania town with no memory of who he is or the world-changing secret he possesses. When he's rescued by rookie female cop Marti Coldwater, the two find themselves relentlessly pursued by government agents and a mysterious Nordic assassin.
On the run with a stranger who's displaying increasingly shocking abilities and may be friend or foe, Marti is thrown into a world of highly classified government programs and astonishing alien secrets, including one that now threatens humanity itself.
In this riveting sci-fi thriller from J.B. Manas, co-author of The Kronos Interference, stakes and tension are high when a stranger arrives with no memory and a deadly secret that could wipe out the entire human race. The Kronos Interference earned a starred review from Kirkus Reviews, who named it to their Best of 2012, calling the book "impressively original" and a "tour de force." Atticus follows Manas's penchant for writing fast-paced fiction that blends history, science, and adventure into a fun, twisty thrill-ride--this time from the Philadelphia suburbs to the volcanic hills of Iceland.
A lone British World War II pilot crash lands in a present-day Pennsylvania town with no memory of who he is or the world-changing secret he possesses. When he's rescued by rookie female cop Marti Coldwater, the two find themselves relentlessly pursued by government agents and a mysterious Nordic assassin.
On the run with a stranger who's displaying increasingly shocking abilities and may be friend or foe, Marti is thrown into a world of highly classified government programs and astonishing alien secrets, including one that now threatens humanity itself.
In this riveting sci-fi thriller from J.B. Manas, co-author of The Kronos Interference, stakes and tension are high when a stranger arrives with no memory and a deadly secret that could wipe out the entire human race. The Kronos Interference earned a starred review from Kirkus Reviews, who named it to their Best of 2012, calling the book "impressively original" and a "tour de force." Atticus follows Manas's penchant for writing fast-paced fiction that blends history, science, and adventure into a fun, twisty thrill-ride--this time from the Philadelphia suburbs to the volcanic hills of Iceland.
244 pages, Paperback
Published May 23, 2017
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About the author
J.B. Manas
5 books57 followersJ.B. Manas is an award-winning author of suspense and sci-fi thrillers, including Dragon Island, The Mirror Man, The Kronos Interference (co-author), and more. His work has earned starred reviews in Kirkus and the BestThrillers award for Best Sci-Fi Thriller of 2022. Manas is also Editor-in-Chief of Good Alien, where he collaborates with top creators in comics and multimedia, and is a member of International Thriller Writers (ITW), Mystery Writers of America (MWA), Association for Former Intelligence Officers (AFIO), and the Authors Guild. He lives and writes in Bucks County, PA with his family and a mischievous mutt named Max.
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May 24, 2017
In Atticus, Marti, a rookie cop who’s on shaky ground with her new job on the local force, is nearly run off the road when a weird-looking, futuristic plane crashes into a field. There’s no pilot, but a thirty-something man comes tumbling out of a secret side door. He’s injured and shaken, with no memory except the word Atticus and some random memories. He also thinks he’s in the 1940s. Oh, and he’s English.
Soon they’re chased by mysterious government agents and a devious villain who’s ordered them to capture the stranger and kill anyone who’s seen him. That’s when the story really takes off, and to say that there are some astonishing twists would be an understatement.
What I particularly liked about the book was its deep sense of mystery and its rapid pace, jumping right into the hook and never letting go, with one twist after the other. It reminded me of Alfred Hitchcock’s “North by Northwest,” complete with the big set-piece ending, in this case an Icelandic volcano.
The book also has more character development than one would expect from a thriller. I found myself caring for Marti and her plight to prove herself, heal from some old wounds, and figure out what on earth is going on. She’s a reluctant and unlikely hero who only took the police job because she needed insurance for her sick mom. There’s a good dose of humor and a plethora of pop culture references as well, courtesy of some colorful side characters and “movie-ready” dialogue.
The English stranger was both charming and mysterious, and I found myself wondering for the first half of the book if he was good or bad. The text also poses some interesting moral dilemmas, with relatable villains with justifiable passions (at least from their perspective).
If you enjoy fast-paced thrillers with lots of twists, government conspiracies, aliens, and deep moral conflicts, this is a great read. Plus it’s a huge amount of fun.
I received an advance copy of this book from the author.
Soon they’re chased by mysterious government agents and a devious villain who’s ordered them to capture the stranger and kill anyone who’s seen him. That’s when the story really takes off, and to say that there are some astonishing twists would be an understatement.
What I particularly liked about the book was its deep sense of mystery and its rapid pace, jumping right into the hook and never letting go, with one twist after the other. It reminded me of Alfred Hitchcock’s “North by Northwest,” complete with the big set-piece ending, in this case an Icelandic volcano.
The book also has more character development than one would expect from a thriller. I found myself caring for Marti and her plight to prove herself, heal from some old wounds, and figure out what on earth is going on. She’s a reluctant and unlikely hero who only took the police job because she needed insurance for her sick mom. There’s a good dose of humor and a plethora of pop culture references as well, courtesy of some colorful side characters and “movie-ready” dialogue.
The English stranger was both charming and mysterious, and I found myself wondering for the first half of the book if he was good or bad. The text also poses some interesting moral dilemmas, with relatable villains with justifiable passions (at least from their perspective).
If you enjoy fast-paced thrillers with lots of twists, government conspiracies, aliens, and deep moral conflicts, this is a great read. Plus it’s a huge amount of fun.
I received an advance copy of this book from the author.
October 17, 2017
This book begins like an episode of The Twilight Zone and then takes off on its' own unique way!
Seriously, it was very difficult to put down. The characters, the story line and everything else in between was outstanding. I think there's a hidden lesson to be learned as well. I advise not to read this book on your train ride unless you want to miss your stop! Would love if this was made into a movie.
Seriously, it was very difficult to put down. The characters, the story line and everything else in between was outstanding. I think there's a hidden lesson to be learned as well. I advise not to read this book on your train ride unless you want to miss your stop! Would love if this was made into a movie.
October 17, 2017
Looking forward to the next book in this series! Atticus reads like a cross between Bourne and X-Files, and I'm all about the mashup. Plus a volcano lair? References to classic literature? Hot aliens? YES.
June 4, 2017
Great read!
Fast paced sci-first thriller. I couldn't put the book down. Finished it in one day. Hoping for more of the same in the future!
Fast paced sci-first thriller. I couldn't put the book down. Finished it in one day. Hoping for more of the same in the future!
November 18, 2018
Fun SciFi story
Enjoyed the adventure of Atticus and Marti. An easy read that moved and had a strong female lead character propelling the story.
Enjoyed the adventure of Atticus and Marti. An easy read that moved and had a strong female lead character propelling the story.
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