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The Warriors: A WWII Thriller (The Tenth Avatar - Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Gary Naiman (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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An unmarked aircraft has crashed on a Far Eastern mountain, its wreckage scattered on a 23,000 foot ridge. With the world at the brink of war, four strangers are drawn to that mountain by interwoven events. The Spanish missionary flees his nation's civil war. The Baltistani hunter scours the Himalaya for his sister's murderers. The American reporter tracks the Axis document that killed her journalist husband. The British mountaineer craves a final shot at the peak that claimed his comrades. Driven by their bitter pasts, the four converge on Nepal's Mt. Kangchenjunga, unaware that two flights of Japanese imperial marines are closing from the east with orders to retrieve the crashed plane’s cargo at all costs for it will determine the victor of a war not yet started.

Amazon Reviews:
"The first chapter which takes place in a Japanese warplane over Tibet is outstanding. It grabs the reader and doesn't let go. Excellent writing. The story line of each character is brilliantly constructed as the novel is brought to an explosive conclusion. If you enjoy historical thrillers, I recommend this effort. (M&D)

"A good World War II epic with settings in civil war Spain, depression America, and the Far East.” (AC)

“I loved this book for its historical scenes, believable characters, and intriguing plot. I was surprised at the romance interspersed throughout the story. In many ways, it's more a romantic-spiritual adventure than a novel about war.” (LoMo)

“A powerful story of love and war. Actually, it's four beautifully intertwined stories of four tormented strangers and their confrontation with an evil force atop a 23,000 foot ridge in the Himalaya. Incredible research went into this 1930's pre-war novel. I was taken by the detailed, living backdrop of Spain's civil war, America's great depression, and the mystic Far East.” (GK)

"Far more than fiction with so much historical accuracy in its backdrop.” (AC)

“This book has four main characters and sub plots that build to its explosive climax. An exciting story that describes the reality of covert missions in World War 2. Definitely worth a read for historical reasons and for a book which will keep you guessing at the convergence of the sub plots.” (AS…Australia)

Book Two, The Battle, is available on Amazon.

Gary Naiman has written fourteen novels. One of his books is being considered for a motion picture.
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Gary Naiman has written thirteen novels: Storm Rising, Heartland, Electron, The Warriors, P.P.M., Omega, The Response, From the Void, White Tiger, Robo-Sapiens, From the Depths, Vengeance is Mine, and Collision. His background includes twenty years at Paramount Pictures. One of his books, P.P.M., is being considered for a motion picture.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B016L3O10Y
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Fideli Publishing Inc. (October 12, 2015)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 12, 2015
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4130 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 437 pages
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Gary Naiman's background includes fifteen years at Paramount Pictures where he led hi-tech projects for the motion picture, television, and studio divisions. Gary lives in Southern California where he has just completed his fourteenth novel, Starship Orion. One his books, P.P.M., is under consideration for a motion picture.

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LoMo
5.0 out of 5 stars I hate war, but I loved this book for its ...
Reviewed in the United States on September 8, 2015
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I hate war, but I loved this book for its historical scenes, believable characters, and intriguing plot. I was surprised at the romance interspersed throughout the story. In many ways, it's more a romantic-spiritual adventure than a novel about war. Well- written with solid dialogue, character definition, and suspense. I like the author's use of interior monologue to describe each character's motive for being driven toward the mountain. Also, the author's effective use of narrative to explain the underlying causes of the Spanish Civil War and Great Depression. A lengthy read, but worth the effort. Far more than fiction with so much historical accuracy in its backdrop. I look forward to reading the second book.
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J. Heyman
3.0 out of 5 stars First in a series, deep background for the characters
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2017
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I really wanted to enjoy this one as I have a warm heart for much historical fiction. Four disjointed stories contained within this book, as the key characters are all introduced. The intent is to give the background for all, leading up to the next book in the series. Maybe if I continue to read the series it will become more enjoyable.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting read
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2015
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THE TENTH AVATAR
A good World War II epic with settings in Civil War Spain, depression
America, and the Far East. The characters are believable and their interwoven
stories well-drawn. The historical backdrop is accurate and there is a good
balance of action, romance, dialogue, and narrative. The plot and theme are
unique and best not revealed. There is a great deal of history, but I never
bogged down in meaningless historical digressions because of the story's
excellent pacing and foreshadowing. One big caution...this is not a book for the
60,000-90,000 word speed reader. Looks like it's more than double that with lots of
twists and turns. I recommend it for the serious reader
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Richard Gordon
2.0 out of 5 stars nuclear thriller? not!
Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2018
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The blurb for this says nuclear thriller. The cover says nuclear prophecy. It's neither. I read the entire book, waiting for the punch line, but it is apparently in the next book. So much for truth in advertising. The three subplots are somewhat interesting, especially the one in Spain, but they're never connected. Very disappointing, since the entire book is apparently a lead in to the next. This book does not stand alone.
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Jim R
5.0 out of 5 stars This is not an easy, guess what happens next
Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2015
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Gary Naiman creates a story apart from any I have read. THE WARRIORS moves freely and smoothly through the profile of the main characters. Supporting characters are as interesting as the main players and deliver pro and antagonistic tension. This is not an easy, guess what happens next, book. Naiman is one step in front of the reader, and gives an "oh wow" with some of the twists in the story line. Well done and leaves one thirsting for the conclusion in the sequel novel, THE BATTLE.
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Peter Rodger
3.0 out of 5 stars would be better if I could receive the follow up book THE ...
Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2016
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would be better if I could receive the follow up book THE BATTLE- THE TENTH AVATAR BOOK TWO.
I have tried many times with no success. regards Peter
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Joan Speckin
5.0 out of 5 stars A Ten for the Tenth Avatar!
Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2012
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This is by far Naiman's best book. It certainly had to be a labor of love. The charachters and the various destinations he developed throughout this book, took me to places I have been, and to places I have never gone.
The book has many stories within its covers, but to see it all come together was pure magic.

A definite 10 for Tenth Avatar!
Joan Speckin
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Lee
4.0 out of 5 stars Gathering the troops
Reviewed in Australia on June 11, 2019
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I enjoyed this book, it is well researched and gave insight into the Spanish Civil War. The characterization was good and the plot was well thought out and didn't flag in interest.
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Ms. Adele L. Saywell
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 15, 2015
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This book has many in depth characters and many sub plots that take many twists. This book is an exciting read as it describes the reality of secret covert missions in world war 2. Definitely worth a read for historical reasons and for a book, which will keep you guessing the coming together of all the sub plots.
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Survey
3.0 out of 5 stars Slow burner
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 9, 2017
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Hadn't realised one had to have book 2 to complete the story. Great shame but not good enough to warrant buying book 2
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