Apollo Rises [Paperback]

Michael R. Ellis (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 20, 2005

... An earthy Cold War tale of adventure, espionage, and self-discovery . . . Not for the prudish or faint of heart ... "I finished reading the intriguing Apollo Rises at 0100 this morning. I had a difficult time tearing myself away 'til I had devoured it. I felt as if I were a part of the story from start to finish. " ... Ron Phillips, RMCM Retired "Mike, just finished reading your novel, Apollo Rises. Truly enjoyed it; brought back lots of memories of the Med cruises, Naples, Palma, ... "... Al Albers, RMCM Retired ... Not for the delicate, prudish, or close minded ... Please meet some of the characters: RM3 Rigney Page: He joined The Navy for travel and adventure. Then, he is put to the test when he gets exactly what he wants.LCDR Brad Watson: His ONI superiors pressure him to find American traitors. Brad puts his navy career on the line when he places his full trust and confidence in Rigney Page.YN1 Barbara Gaile: After ten years of navy life, she is bored and dissatisfied. She plans to leave The Navy. Then, she meets Rigney Page, and her life becomes a lot more exciting!Gunnery Sergeant Christopher Bronston: He is the ultimate bully. All fear him. Then, Bronston encounters Rigney Page.BM1 Giovanni Genoa: "There are not enough report chits in the supply system to cover Page's twidget behavior."

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About the Author

During twenty years of U.S. Navy service, Michael served in surface ships and submarines. He served ashore at commands in Europe and Central America. Since retiring from the navy, Michael worked as a systems analyst in the defense industry, as a teacher, and as a project manager in the casino industry. During 2005, Michael worked in Iraq as a defense contractor. Michael and his wife, Linda, make their home in Las Vegas, Nevada. After you read Apollo Rises, Michael would like your comments: [e-mail]

Product Details

• Paperback: 656 pages
• Publisher: AuthorHouse (October 20, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1420887521
• ISBN-13: 978-1420887525
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,217,940 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Author, Michael R. Ellis, hails from Orange County, California. As a boy and as a teenager, he occupied his leisure time with surfing, swimming, and snorkeling off the shores of Southern California from Long Beach to Huntington Beach. After graduating from high school in 1965, he joined the U.S. Navy. While in the Navy, Michael served in cruisers and submarines and served tours in Europe and Central America. During 1985, Michael retired from the navy as Senior Chief Radioman - submarine qualified. After the Navy, he worked as a systems analyst and consultant. During 2005, Michael served as a defense contractor in Iraq. Michael and his wife, Linda, reside in Las Vegas, Nevada. Michael writes full time and has published three novels. His fourth novel will be available during late autumn 2010. Photograph of author circa 1984.

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Cold war mystery and suspense aboard a U.S. Navy cruiser, March 27, 2006

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Daniel P. Raustadt "Dan The Man" (Phoenix, AZ) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Apollo Rises (Paperback)

I enjoyed the book. About midway, I found it difficult to put down. Michael served up some great mystery and suspense.

I served aboard the USS Columbus (during the cold war) in the radio communications division with the author. So, I was familiar with many of the things he writes about.

Job well done!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Superbly crafted story, August 23, 2008

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Alfred M. Albers (Virginia Beach) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Apollo Rises (Paperback)

This is a page-turner of a book and is hard to put down; you'll find yourself saying, "I'll read one more chapter, but you'll wind up reading four more, instead. Mr. Ellis has written a terrific story. If you're looking for something different, something exciting, something that will keep you on the edge of your seat - this is the book to read!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, August 1, 2008

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Ronald L. Schwab - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Apollo Rises (Paperback)

Harry Bosch, Jack Reacher, Mitch Rapp and Kirk McGarvey have all been replaced by this action hero Rigney Page, RM2, USN. Well written and of special interest to anyone looking for adventure.