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2012
A fast-paced thriller that races from ancient Egypt to the present in the U.S., China and Europe.
Against a background of ever-increasing International tension and devastating disasters, a middle-aged, drunken, ex-Special Forces soldier, with nothing to lose, teams up with the young daughter of an M.I.T. Robotics Engineer.
Their Mission: Stop the End of the World!
Against a background of ever-increasing International tension and devastating disasters, a middle-aged, drunken, ex-Special Forces soldier, with nothing to lose, teams up with the young daughter of an M.I.T. Robotics Engineer.
Their Mission: Stop the End of the World!
384 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2009
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About the author
Eric J. Gates
28 books153 followersAward-winning author Eric J. Gates has had a curious life filled with the stuff of thriller novels. Writing Operating Systems for Supercomputers, cracking cryptographic codes under extreme pressure using only paper and pen and teaching cyberwarfare to spies are just a few of the moments he’s willing to recall. He is an ex-International Consultant who has travelled extensively worldwide, speaks several languages, and has had articles and papers published in six different countries, as well as radio and TV spots. His specialty, Information Technology Security, has brought him into contact with the Military and Intelligence communities on numerous occasions. He is also an expert martial artist, holding 14 black belt degrees in distinct disciplines. He has taught his skills to Police and Military personnel, as well as to the public.
He now writes thriller novels, drawing on his experiences with the confidential and secret worlds that surround us.
He now writes thriller novels, drawing on his experiences with the confidential and secret worlds that surround us.
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June 9, 2013
...jump aboard and hang on for a great crime thrill ride...
...take an obscure group who wish to change the way the world operates... throw in a splash or more of devious activity at tomb excavations in Egypt... global disasters and upheavals... a dissolute ex-special ops hero with a renewed purpose to live... mayhem galore.. don't blink or you'll miss some of it... great action... wonderful pace... terrific yarn... enjoyable read...
...take an obscure group who wish to change the way the world operates... throw in a splash or more of devious activity at tomb excavations in Egypt... global disasters and upheavals... a dissolute ex-special ops hero with a renewed purpose to live... mayhem galore.. don't blink or you'll miss some of it... great action... wonderful pace... terrific yarn... enjoyable read...
January 5, 2015
2012
Eric J. Gates
Gripping, high speed
An exhilarating story full of page-turning devastation, so prepare for the end of the world!
Fighting through a power-driven story of disasters and destruction, this gripping, high speed book keeps the reader's attention from start to finish.
Excavations in Egypt and a brilliant 'cliff-hanger' ending - can't wait for more books from this author.
Excellent 5*****!
Eric J. Gates
Gripping, high speed
An exhilarating story full of page-turning devastation, so prepare for the end of the world!
Fighting through a power-driven story of disasters and destruction, this gripping, high speed book keeps the reader's attention from start to finish.
Excavations in Egypt and a brilliant 'cliff-hanger' ending - can't wait for more books from this author.
Excellent 5*****!
October 10, 2016
Another fast paced thriller from our very reliable thriller writer this story got going and didn't stop.
we had lots of near miss encounters.that was partially achieved and plenty of room for a sequel
a wild plot to blow up the world with disastrous consequences saved by a rugged unassuming crew
very enjoyable read
we had lots of near miss encounters.that was partially achieved and plenty of room for a sequel
a wild plot to blow up the world with disastrous consequences saved by a rugged unassuming crew
very enjoyable read
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