The Ghost Warriors

by Bill Tippins

The Ghost Warriors (Book 1): An action-packed prehistoric adventure, in which coming of age is the difference between life and death. When a brutal warlord abducts their friend Hanna, thirteen-year-old Tioga and his best friend Kopi decide to take matters into their own hands and rescue her. But their plan spins tragically out of control and triggers an attack on their own village. Their survival, and their tribe’s existence, depends on their wilderness skills, their cunning brand of “ghost warfare", and bravery that they didn't know they possessed. [Fiction based on real life events. Reading 10 - 18+]The Ghost Warriors Book 2 and Book 3 are now available too!Reviews for Book 1:"Tippins’ debut blend of ancient history and action will fascinate his target audience and offer adults a refreshing literary excursion... A tale with riveting characters and an operatic plot." - Featured Kirkus Review, "I love and admire both of these books. Glad to see the rest of the world is agreeing!" - Rick Sebak, PBS TV personality"

238 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 8, 2021

About the author

Hello! My name is Bill Tippins and I am the author of The Ghost Warriors adventure book series. I am a history buff, with a particular interest in how people lived during the Stone Age, thousands of years before computer technology took over our lives. In The Ghost Warriors series, I have tried to bring this world to life through the adventures of thirteen-year-old Tioga, his sidekick Kopi, and their friend Hanna. In addition to entertaining you, I hope to share some foggy truths about Stone Age life that we have learned from archaeological digs, ancient texts, and the lifestyles of tribal people in remote settings. Come learn more at TiogaAndKopi.com

Reviews

[Judy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Found this to be a really good read for both young teens and adults. Great character development. A real page turner!

[Eric Carter · Rating 5 out of 5]

In this Middle Grade adventure, two boys (one 12, one 13) are charged by their Stone Age tribe with a mission no child should ever have to face. Not only do the boys accept the challenge, they embrace their task with a youthful vigor that ends up being the key to their success. Their own ignorance allows them to take risks that "more informed" adult warriors wouldn't dare consider. Their short-sighted but creative problem solving keeps the two moving forward in their journey, despite their constantly changing goals. Tioga and Kopi remain true to their own strengths, weaknesses, fears, and desires throughout the book; and readers will fall in love with both characters as they grow up on the pages of Ghost Warriors. If Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn were thrown into a Stone Age setting, they'd become Tioga and Kopi and intrigue readers with their unique approach to a dangerous world that neither fully understands. While Tioga and Kopi draw the reader forward with a "you can do it" attitude, Tippins' deep knowledge of Stone Age life shines through without overpowering a truly wonderful adventure story. The prose is quick, concise, and crafted with a precision that will have you at the final battle before you know it. Fans of any Middle Grade outdoor adventure (regardless of age) will love Ghost Warriors and anxiously await the sequel.

[Karen Goss · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really enjoyed it. Highly recommended for all ages! Couldn’t put it down. Read it. You won’t be disappointed.

[Judi W · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed reading The Ghost Warriors, and the author really nailed that voice for young readers while also still managing to appeal to older readers. Tioga and Kopi are characters who are very easy to root for from the beginning of the story, and I love the differing personalities that allowed them to work so well off each other. Great worldbuilding without overshadowing the plot or characters. The twists were great while also remaining believable, and I loved how the author showed the different strengths and weaknesses of both boys. Would recommend to both older and younger readers.

[Stephen · Rating 3 out of 5]

An enjoyable children's story of two boys in a prehistoric setting who must set out on an adventure to save their friend. Confronted with dangers, and with one of them carrying a disability, they must use resourcefulness and intelligence to overcome.

It's not too deep. The disability was a nice touch, and the intended readership will probably not notice that the stone age culture lacks a bit for historical depth. It is, in any case, well imagined. It is quite sequential, but again, that should be fine for the readership.

[Carrie McCormick · Rating 5 out of 5]

The compelling characters in this action-packed story kept me thinking, and appreciating their bravery. The danger that they face is real! I can't wait for the sequel to read more if this amazing coming-of-age saga.

[Jasper Bird · Rating 4 out of 5]

I found this book enjoyable. It is unique, the characters are well built and interesting, and the story keeps the pages turning. The writing was average in places, but good enough to remain compelling. This book would be great for children and young adults.

[Mike Fitzgerald · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fun read. The Author’s passion and commitment to history ties in nicely with an exciting storyline. A great book for young readers.