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Ghosts of Greenland
'THE GUY SUSPENSE WRITERS READ. I'M A BIG FAN' Stephen Coonts 1945. A battle-hardened squadron of P-51 Mustangs vanishes over Greenland. Officially, the Second World War is over. But rumours swirl around the crack unit’s disappearance. And about the mysterious cargo they were carrying...
Forty years later, Air Force veteran Luke Spence leads a hand-picked team on a perilous journey into a brutal Arctic hell on a mission to find the lost warbirds and uncover their secrets. Their quest is already near impossible. But when the group is infected by treachery, greed and murder, their greatest challenge becomes not success – but survival. Ghosts of Greenland is thriller writing of the highest order - edge-of-your seat flying sequences and breathless adventure set against the cruel and spectacular beauty of the frozen north, delivered with all the authority of an author who’s had first hand experience of both... ‘ Jet-fuelled thriller writing ’ Rowland White ‘ Plenty of action… great flying sequences ’ Times Literary Supplement ‘ Gripping ’ Pilot
Ghosts of Greenland is perfect for fans of Frederick Forsyth, Vince Flynn, Brad Thor, Stephen Coonts, Dale Brown and Andy McNab.
Ghosts of Greenland was previously published as Patterson’s Volunteers .
Forty years later, Air Force veteran Luke Spence leads a hand-picked team on a perilous journey into a brutal Arctic hell on a mission to find the lost warbirds and uncover their secrets. Their quest is already near impossible. But when the group is infected by treachery, greed and murder, their greatest challenge becomes not success – but survival. Ghosts of Greenland is thriller writing of the highest order - edge-of-your seat flying sequences and breathless adventure set against the cruel and spectacular beauty of the frozen north, delivered with all the authority of an author who’s had first hand experience of both... ‘ Jet-fuelled thriller writing ’ Rowland White ‘ Plenty of action… great flying sequences ’ Times Literary Supplement ‘ Gripping ’ Pilot
Ghosts of Greenland is perfect for fans of Frederick Forsyth, Vince Flynn, Brad Thor, Stephen Coonts, Dale Brown and Andy McNab.
Ghosts of Greenland was previously published as Patterson’s Volunteers .
274 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 26, 2020
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About the author
John Templeton Smith
14 books6 followersJohn Templeton Smith served in the RAF and for a few short years was an airline pilot.
He moved into aerospace journalism in his 30's, before having the good fortune in finding that the bestselling thriller writer, Desmond Bagley, lived nearby.
With Bagley's guidance on writing the novel, Smith went on to produce ten novels beginning with Skytrap (written under the name John Smith, and published by WW Norton, NY in 1984).
Smith went on to teach Creative Writing at Oklahoma City University (OCU) during the late 1980's, and it was during this period that he penned the "John Winter Trilogy": 'White Lie', 'Saigon Express', and 'Then a Soldier'.
He moved into aerospace journalism in his 30's, before having the good fortune in finding that the bestselling thriller writer, Desmond Bagley, lived nearby.
With Bagley's guidance on writing the novel, Smith went on to produce ten novels beginning with Skytrap (written under the name John Smith, and published by WW Norton, NY in 1984).
Smith went on to teach Creative Writing at Oklahoma City University (OCU) during the late 1980's, and it was during this period that he penned the "John Winter Trilogy": 'White Lie', 'Saigon Express', and 'Then a Soldier'.
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December 4, 2022
Should be on your reading list. Well written, fast paced and keeps you guessing. Loved the flying scenes, having flown myself...long ago and far away. Description of Greenland's climate is very accurate... if you have been there yourself you will totally agree with him. Hypothermia and frostbite can be your constant companions.
Its ironic that Greenland and Iceland have the opposite names.... the only thing green in Greenland is the greenish hue of the Ice. Its over 50 years ago that I was there but the author captured its majestic scenery and brutal climate perfectly. In my days, if you traveled to Greenland from Denmark... you had to sign a paper to acknowledge that if the weather closed down... you realised that you were stuck until such time that they could fly again... and that could be more than a week !
My numerous trips to the USA took us over Greenland and from 36000Ft up... the scenery is breathtaking. But to truly experience the country, you must visit... only then can you start to appreciate the majestic brutality of the country. Go before its too late..... the Glaciers are melting and the Danes are pulling out... so go while you still can.
-John Templeton Smith.... keep it up... more of the same please !
Albert
Its ironic that Greenland and Iceland have the opposite names.... the only thing green in Greenland is the greenish hue of the Ice. Its over 50 years ago that I was there but the author captured its majestic scenery and brutal climate perfectly. In my days, if you traveled to Greenland from Denmark... you had to sign a paper to acknowledge that if the weather closed down... you realised that you were stuck until such time that they could fly again... and that could be more than a week !
My numerous trips to the USA took us over Greenland and from 36000Ft up... the scenery is breathtaking. But to truly experience the country, you must visit... only then can you start to appreciate the majestic brutality of the country. Go before its too late..... the Glaciers are melting and the Danes are pulling out... so go while you still can.
-John Templeton Smith.... keep it up... more of the same please !
Albert
January 16, 2022
Magic. If you’ve ever wanted to go and “visit” Greenland, read this book before you go. Or, take it with you. It’s a real eye-opener. It didn’t take me but a few pages into it to know he’d been there, done that, and survived. That’s a key to knowing this book, its story is like so many great stories told around a camp fire, a bar, a barracks, or an Igloo while you’re wrapped in elk skins. Consequently, the story is beautifully crafted. The characters are vivid. And, the descriptive scenery magnificent. Bon Voyage!
February 19, 2021
What makes a "good read"? Well, maybe when you find yourself reading at 11:30 at night, and thinking that you have to get up early the next morning. Or, maybe, munching down your lunch quickly so that you can get a bit of reading in. Maybe taking the dog for a walk and thinking about the book and how good it is. Or maybe rushing to finish reading it, at the same time sad, because you are close to the end. This book? Yes, it's a good read.
January 27, 2021
I enjoyed this book. Nice twist at the end that I did not see coming. Vengeance all round. Good action and not a lot of gratuitous sex which I prefer (I never could understand why some want to read about other people's bedroom activities. What is the point when you don't get any of the fun?).
All in all a good read.
All in all a good read.
July 3, 2021
A must read story
An excellent book, a genuine 'page turner' adventure story. Great character is really authentic with excellent backgrounds and an obvious knowledge of flying and the northern Arctic.
So well written at times l really Felt as cold as some of the characters were suffering! Brilliant 🤗
An excellent book, a genuine 'page turner' adventure story. Great character is really authentic with excellent backgrounds and an obvious knowledge of flying and the northern Arctic.
So well written at times l really Felt as cold as some of the characters were suffering! Brilliant 🤗
January 18, 2021
A must read
A fabulous gripping read. Didn't want to put the book down. Had a great storyline, lots of danger,suspense and romantic moments.
A fabulous gripping read. Didn't want to put the book down. Had a great storyline, lots of danger,suspense and romantic moments.
February 3, 2021
Gripping
Whatca cracking novel, action is the order of the day from start to finish. You never know which way the story is going to turn from page to page.
Whatca cracking novel, action is the order of the day from start to finish. You never know which way the story is going to turn from page to page.
March 2, 2021
Ghosts of Greenland
Heart stopping action, a fly by the seat of your pants pilot who you would want up front if flying.
Throw in love and adventure and you have this story.
Heart stopping action, a fly by the seat of your pants pilot who you would want up front if flying.
Throw in love and adventure and you have this story.
July 25, 2021
What an excellent piece of work.
Wonderful story, intriguing plot line and excellent characters. Would recommend for an enjoyable read. Looking for others by this author.
Wonderful story, intriguing plot line and excellent characters. Would recommend for an enjoyable read. Looking for others by this author.
August 20, 2021
First read by this author
Loved the start of this story however although it was entertaining and story looked promising it soon became a bit far fetched ok if nothing better to read
Loved the start of this story however although it was entertaining and story looked promising it soon became a bit far fetched ok if nothing better to read
March 8, 2022
Great read
Nice flow that kept you involved throughout the entire read, even when you out it down for a few days.
Nice flow that kept you involved throughout the entire read, even when you out it down for a few days.
October 22, 2024
It's cold up north
Made me feel cold and had a few shivers as I read this, good story. Gotta love that Beaver DHC2.😎
Made me feel cold and had a few shivers as I read this, good story. Gotta love that Beaver DHC2.😎
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