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Sky Raider
5 "Set amidst the chaos of war, the novel seamlessly weaves together aviation, archaeology, romance, and a touch of the supernatural..." - OnlineBookClub.org Reviewer
5 "Incredible Book. Best thriller I've had the joy to read in years...Very talented author who has a brilliant future!" - Mary Beth Norton at google.com Do you want to know how it feels to be an Ace in a world at war? Defy gravity with Dr. Duke Thomas, WWI Flying Ace and Archaeology PhD, in his open cockpit biplane as he survives the war-torn skies of Europe and Egypt. In this epic aviation and archaeological adventure, Duke, an American volunteer fighter pilot, and Archaeology PhD, is surprised and amazed by his own supernatural ability to survive momentous aerial battles, German cavalry forces, and ruthless bounty hunters as he follows clues left by Caesar, Ptolemy, and Cleopatra, to solve one of the world's greatest ancient mysteries. As the Spanish Flu pandemic and World War I rages on, Duke explores three continents, sails three oceans, and finds true love in a steamy wartime romance. In battle, he flawlessly maneuvers aviation's historic Nieuport 28 Biplanes and Sopwith Triplanes in momentous dogfights against the best of the Red Baron's Flying Circus. While surviving against all odds, Duke discovers legendary riches and powers that could change the known world. If you enjoyed the recent release of "The Mysterious Case of Rudolph Diesel" by Douglas Brunt, and the Indiana Jones series, you'll love the Sky Raider novel, with its version of the mystery surrounding the death of the Red Baron and Duke's legendary archaeologic discovery.
As you read this fast-paced page turner, you will surely fall in love with Duke, Juliette, Cleopatra, and many other colorful characters in this amazing first novel by Dr. Thomas Upson. Keep your eyes out for the sequel! 5 "Thomas Upson's debut novel offers a roller-coaster ride reminiscent of Wilbur Smith, Clive Cussler, and Indiana Jones, introducing readers to unforgettable characters like Duke, Juliette, and Cleopatra, and leaving them spellbound by this fast-paced, historically accurate, and creatively imaginative tale of courage, love, and discovery." - FunkyFlowerLady at onlinebookclub.org
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5 "Incredible Book. Best thriller I've had the joy to read in years...Very talented author who has a brilliant future!" - Mary Beth Norton at google.com Do you want to know how it feels to be an Ace in a world at war? Defy gravity with Dr. Duke Thomas, WWI Flying Ace and Archaeology PhD, in his open cockpit biplane as he survives the war-torn skies of Europe and Egypt. In this epic aviation and archaeological adventure, Duke, an American volunteer fighter pilot, and Archaeology PhD, is surprised and amazed by his own supernatural ability to survive momentous aerial battles, German cavalry forces, and ruthless bounty hunters as he follows clues left by Caesar, Ptolemy, and Cleopatra, to solve one of the world's greatest ancient mysteries. As the Spanish Flu pandemic and World War I rages on, Duke explores three continents, sails three oceans, and finds true love in a steamy wartime romance. In battle, he flawlessly maneuvers aviation's historic Nieuport 28 Biplanes and Sopwith Triplanes in momentous dogfights against the best of the Red Baron's Flying Circus. While surviving against all odds, Duke discovers legendary riches and powers that could change the known world. If you enjoyed the recent release of "The Mysterious Case of Rudolph Diesel" by Douglas Brunt, and the Indiana Jones series, you'll love the Sky Raider novel, with its version of the mystery surrounding the death of the Red Baron and Duke's legendary archaeologic discovery.
As you read this fast-paced page turner, you will surely fall in love with Duke, Juliette, Cleopatra, and many other colorful characters in this amazing first novel by Dr. Thomas Upson. Keep your eyes out for the sequel! 5 "Thomas Upson's debut novel offers a roller-coaster ride reminiscent of Wilbur Smith, Clive Cussler, and Indiana Jones, introducing readers to unforgettable characters like Duke, Juliette, and Cleopatra, and leaving them spellbound by this fast-paced, historically accurate, and creatively imaginative tale of courage, love, and discovery." - FunkyFlowerLady at onlinebookclub.org
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296 pages, Paperback
Published March 18, 2022
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October 29, 2023
Can't wait for the sequel! Duke Thomas is a fighter pilot fighting for the French in World War I. He falls in love, solves a great ancient mystery, travels to exotic locations, and miraculously survives against all odds. It's a great, fast read. I learned about biplanes and triplanes, ancient history in the times of Caesar and Cleopatra, and the details of aerial combat back in the early days of aviation. I highly recommend this novel.
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