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The Olympus Project: The Phoenix series - Book 1 Kindle Edition

by Ted Tayler (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.1 out of 5 stars 1,348 ratings

From the depths of despair, a master assassin rises to become a beacon of justice.

Brought back from the precipice of oblivion and armed with a new identity, a ruthless assassin discovers his true calling within the enigmatic Olympus Project. This clandestine organization, dedicated to eradicating injustice, presents the perfect arena for his singular talents.

To prove his worth, he must first navigate a series of solo missions, each more perilous than the last. As he pushes his skills to their limits, a new challenge emerges: the need to collaborate with a team in order to prevent a catastrophic terrorist attack from engulfing Central London.

Prepare yourself for an adrenaline-fueled odyssey that will plunge you into a realm of high-stakes espionage and unrelenting suspense. With an ensemble of characters so authentic, you'll feel their presence lingering long after you've turned the final page, The Olympus Project is the gripping opening book in the thriller series you've been yearning for.

The Olympus Project, the first book in Ted Tayler's gripping series, is a noir crime thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Embrace the adrenaline rush and dive into this masterpiece today.
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Praise for The Phoenix Series:

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Good Fast Paced Read
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Vigilante justice at its finest
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Meet the Vigilante version of James Bond in a new series
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Good Book, excellent characters.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Exciting, Captivating, Action
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Thoroughly good read!

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    The Phoenix
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00QU9FZTG
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Vinci Books (December 9, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 9, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.9 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 190 pages
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    4.1 out of 5 stars 1,348 ratings

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Ted Tayler is the international best-selling indie author of the Freeman Files and Phoenix series. Ted lives in the English West country, where his stories are based. He was born in 1945 and has been married to Lynne since 1971. They have three children and four grandchildren.

His thought-provoking mysteries appeal to readers of Sally Rigby, Joy Ellis, Pauline Rowson, and Faith Martin. His action-packed thrillers are a must for fans of Mark Dawson and J C Ryan.

Gus Freeman’s cold case investigations are carried out with reasoned deduction rather than bursts of frantic action. In each of the 24 books, unsolved murders are accompanied by romance, humour, and country life. The core message in the 12 Phoenix novels is that criminals should pay for their crimes. Unfortunately, the current system fails to deliver the correct punishment, so Phoenix helps redress the balance.

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Customers find the book's storyline captivating with unexpected twists and a well-constructed plot. The main character receives positive feedback for being interesting, with one review highlighting the compelling transition from villain to hero. The pacing receives mixed reactions, with some describing it as a good fast-paced read while others find it tedious. Customers disagree on whether the book is fun to read.

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46 customers mention "Storyline"39 positive7 negative

Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, describing it as captivating with a well-constructed plot that moves forward fluidly. One customer notes the thrilling action from page one, while another mentions the unexpected twists.

"...From the moment Colin Bailey is saved from drowning the story moves forward fluidly. Each new character is introduced and developed cleverly...." Read more

"...first of Roger Moore's James Bond movies, gaining pace and action as the plot develops, we are led beyond the scenes of hidden, condoned, imminent..." Read more

"...#2 in the series and recommend The Phoenix to anyone who likes engaging action stories. Good stuff, Maynard." Read more

"...This book has danger, action, adventure and even romance...." Read more

40 customers mention "Readability"40 positive0 negative

Customers find the book enjoyable and fun to read, with some noting it's better than other similar books.

"...Each new character is introduced and developed cleverly. Colin is drawn into the secret organization, The Olympus Project, and is re-named Phoenix...." Read more

"...Good stuff, Maynard." Read more

"...This is a decent read worth the modest price tag and didn't put me to sleep." Read more

"What an awesome book! The storyline brings out interesting characters, intrigue, and lots of action...." Read more

17 customers mention "Character development"17 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, finding the main character interesting, with one customer noting the compelling transition from villain to hero.

"...Well, book series, to be more precise. With fully developed histories for each character, the author introduces us to a secret organisation..." Read more

"...Fortunately, Mr. Tayler's storyline and character building was done so well that having any prior information on Colin Bailey was not necessary...." Read more

"What an awesome book! The storyline brings out interesting characters, intrigue, and lots of action...." Read more

"...Main characters were believable and having believable motives...." Read more

25 customers mention "Pacing"15 positive10 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the pacing of the book, with some finding it a good fast-paced read and easy to enjoy, while others describe it as unrealistic and tedious to read.

"...It was a very enjoyable fast paced read and I am looking forward to reading the next book in this series." Read more

"...The main character (I think he was the main character) was decidedly unlikeable and his supporting cast were unsympathetic...." Read more

"...The Olympus Project" is well written, and leaves you guessing as to what the next turn of the page will bring...." Read more

"I enjoyed reading this book. It is so well written and fast-paced. The Phoenix is awesome. He is so good at what he does. The Phoenix is my new hero." Read more

5 customers mention "Enjoyment"3 positive2 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the book's entertainment value, with some finding it fun, while others describe it as dragging.

"...Hard to put down, looking forward to next in series. Entertainment at its best." Read more

"Finally stopped reading about half way through. Just not my theme of enjoyable reading...." Read more

"What great character. You get it all !...Action,some laughs, and a female love interest. Get it..i bet you will like it." Read more

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  • Elizabeth Horton-Newton, Author
    5.0 out of 5 stars Action Packed and Sexy
    Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2015
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    When is a bad guy not really a bad guy? When he is Phoenix in Ted Tayler’s exciting book “The Olympus Project”. Tayler wastes no time in getting the action started in this high tech, guns blazing story of Colin Bailey. When I picked this book I didn’t realize Colin Bailey had made his initial appearance in an earlier Tayler book. This says a lot for “The Olympus Project” since it stands perfectly on its own. Tayler does a great job of giving Colin’s back story while weaving a tale of political intrigue, secret organizations, and romance. From the moment Colin Bailey is saved from drowning the story moves forward fluidly. Each new character is introduced and developed cleverly. Colin is drawn into the secret organization, The Olympus Project, and is re-named Phoenix. This seems a particularly brilliant choice since the rest of the world does not know that Colin is still alive. He has in fact, been raised from the ashes of his past life to be reborn as a trained and efficient killing machine. These killings are assigned by the mysterious group of British gentlemen and one very sexy woman based on the evil doings of the targets. These targets have escaped more conventional methods of punishment so the Project steps forward to take out the trash. Over the years they have developed a trained group of operatives with the demand their work remain secret. As Phoenix embarks on his assignments he perfects his already excellent skills and becomes a top champion of good versus evil. Using brilliant details and plans Tayler creates missions that are both exciting and believable. Underneath it all he generates a sexual tension between Phoenix and the emotionally wounded but very sensual Athena. Carrying painful baggage from her past she is reluctant to become involved with Phoenix but the desire increases and soon she has to admit what her fellow cabal members already know. Using current issues of political and economic concern Tayler gives the story an intensely realistic feel. By the end of the book I was panting for more. I can’t wait to read the next installment. Tayler wisely leaves the reader with questions that demand answers. While I’m waiting for the sequel I plan to go back to Colin Bailey’s roots to learn more about what makes this fascinating character tick.
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  • Anita Kovacevic
    4.0 out of 5 stars Enticing concept - punishing the evaders
    Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2016
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    If you are into thrillers about current terrorist attacks and you are also hoping for some sense of justice gratified, The Olympus Project is definitely your kind of book. Well, book series, to be more precise.
    With fully developed histories for each character, the author introduces us to a secret organisation bringing punishment upon those who avoid the usual legal punishment. In an old-style elegance in narration and action, reminisicent at first of Roger Moore's James Bond movies, gaining pace and action as the plot develops, we are led beyond the scenes of hidden, condoned, imminent and past crimes, and we are offered gratification to know they will be wiped out from the face of the earth.
    The thriller offers this enticing concept - vigilante organisation getting at those who elude the justice, sort of like the Avengers, minus the superhero stuff. Would YOU like to be drafted? However, where does one draw the line? Who decides what is right or not? I always wonder. Here is a quote which drew my attention to the issue: "the collateral damage is unavoidable. We have to think of the greater good." The greater good is the phrase that always creeps me out. The author does not dwell on this or preach; he provides a cool account of events, no mushy emotional stuff, simply intense action, plots and execution. As the interaction between characters deepens, you get lured into guessing what will happen with the mysterious Athena, how long Colin the Phoenix can keep his cool about her, as well as about the assasinations and missions he is sent on, no matter how well justified they seem.
    The Olympus Project is bound to have its readers' following and I am glad there is an entire series available. Fans of secret agents, spy matters and action have a full meal served here.
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  • J. L. Stubblefield
    3.0 out of 5 stars Good Introduction
    Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2020
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    What started as a question/discussion with my teenage son about characters based in the UK, led me to Ted Tayler. It's not rocket science (if it were I wouldn't read it), but The Phoenix Series is an enjoyable take on action novels. I particularly enjoyed the various fates that the villains succumb to. I'm currently reading #2 in the series and recommend The Phoenix to anyone who likes engaging action stories. Good stuff, Maynard.
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  • nlg
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good Fast Paced Read
    Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2022
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    This is the first book I have read by Ted Tayler, as well as being the first book in The Phoenix Project series. Before reading this story I had no idea the main character, Colin Bailey (The Phoenix), had been a character in previous novels by Mr. Tayler. Fortunately, Mr. Tayler's storyline and character building was done so well that having any prior information on Colin Bailey was not necessary. This book has danger, action, adventure and even romance. It was a very enjoyable fast paced read and I am looking forward to reading the next book in this series.
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  • Kurtis McDowell
    4.0 out of 5 stars Spy Thriller set in the early 21 Century.
    Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2023
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    Colin Bailey is a man out for revenge of the senseless loss of his wife and daughter. A one man vigilante squad determined to make the world a better place. He is hunted down by a police officer, they fall over a railing and are washed down stream. Colin is fished out by a group of mercenaries and is brought into a world much bigger than the one he had just occupied. Colin is given a new face and new identity, as the Phoenix, and that is where our story begins. Love lost, love found and always work to be done. The book is set in the early 21st century and uses news stories of the time to create a backdrop. "The Olympus Project" is well written, and leaves you guessing as to what the next turn of the page will bring. This is a decent read worth the modest price tag and didn't put me to sleep.
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  • wilb6302
    5.0 out of 5 stars Thoroughly good read!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 7, 2019
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    This book just captured my imagination , and I have to agree with the sentiment behind it , the punishment should fit the crime , and phoenix is the man for the job !! Couldn't put it down !
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  • VIRENDRA MOHAN SHAHI
    5.0 out of 5 stars Gripping.
    Reviewed in India on May 23, 2021
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    Enjoyed the suspense.
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  • Wallace Hill
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent action.
    Reviewed in Australia on June 19, 2017
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    This story is a cross between James Bond and Jack Reacher all the excitement of a spy novel but with much less moral rules and just enough sex to keep it interesting. I will definitely be looking for and reading the previous Colin Bailey stories by this author and I can't wait to read the next in the The Phoenix Series.
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  • Peter Dare
    4.0 out of 5 stars Justice At Last
    Reviewed in Spain on June 17, 2022
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    An organisation who's members believe that justice is not being served in many cases decide to take actions of their own. The author has a lot of knowledge regarding security actions and the storyline moves fast. However I believe it is very similar to an older story called, I think, The Just Men.
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  • Keith Crossland
    4.0 out of 5 stars Somewhat Puerile.
    Reviewed in Canada on June 4, 2017
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    The concept of this book is enticing, wrongdo-ers getting real justice instead of the milk-sop variety so common today. I read the book hopefully but was a bit disappointed. The basic plot lines are O.K. but everything comes rather too easily for the Olympus group. The author has obviously spent much time on research of the cities described, which is a good thing and one reason for the four stars. There is also a considerable amount of 'action' in the book which I look for in these stories, so another reason for the stars. Ted has devised some very plausible 'reasons for action', and writes pretty good English. He does not use much jargon or slang either, so that is a plus mark as well. His language is simple and staight-forward without a lot of bad language, but that is somewhat unrealistic. All in all the book is just about worth four stars for research, concept, action scenes, plausibility, and grammar.
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