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Fear is the Key

Fear is the Key

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A sunken DC-3 with millions of dollars in gold ingots and jewels is located off the Gulf of Mexico, and Talbot, a man out for justice, is set to avenge the murders of two men, one woman, and a small boy.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 19 September 2019
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers


A timeless masterpiece of unyielding retribution, intricately woven within the rugged confines of an oil rig situated in the vast expanse of the Gulf of Mexico. Below the shimmering waters lies a sunken DC-3, its cargo a treasure trove of invaluable gold ingots and precious jewels, meticulously safeguarded by the remnants of two men, one woman, and a mere child. This immense wealth lies eagerly awaiting its rightful claimant, ready to be seized by a wealthy oilman, a notorious gangster, and a cold-blooded hired assassin. Yet, standing in their way is Talbot, a relentless seeker of justice. His sole purpose is to grant the deceased a dignified burial, but only after he has exacted his bitter vengeance upon those responsible for their untimely demise.

The story unfolds amidst the treacherous terrain of the oil rig, where danger lurks around every corner. The air is thick with the scent of oil and sweat, and the sound of machinery echoes through the vast expanse. Talbot, a man of unwavering determination, navigates this perilous environment with unwavering resolve. He is a man who believes in the sanctity of life, and he will stop at nothing to avenge the murders of those who have taken it away.

As Talbot delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a web of deceit and treachery that extends far beyond the boundaries of the oil rig. He encounters a cast of characters, each with their own motivations and agendas. There is the wealthy oilman, who is driven by greed and power and will stop at nothing to claim the treasure. There is the gangster, who is ruthless and calculating and will do anything to protect his interests. And then there is the hired assassin, who is a master of stealth and violence and will stop at nothing to fulfill his contract.

Through a series of intense confrontations and heart-pounding action sequences, Talbot battles against these formidable adversaries. He uses his wits, his strength, and his unwavering sense of justice to outmaneuver them and bring them to justice. Along the way, he encounters a woman named Sarah, who is caught in the middle of the chaos. She is a woman of courage and compassion, who has her own secrets and motivations.

As Talbot and Sarah work together to unravel the mystery and bring the perpetrators to justice, they face numerous challenges and obstacles. They must navigate through a complex network of lies and deceit, and they must confront their own demons and fears. But they are determined to succeed, and they will stop at nothing to achieve their goal.

In the end, Talbot emerges victorious. He has avenged the murders of the deceased and brought the guilty to justice. He has also learned the true value of justice and the importance of standing up for what is right, even in the face of overwhelming odds.

The Sunken DC-3 is a classic novel of ruthless revenge set in the steel jungle of an oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico – and on the sea bed below it. Off the Gulf of Mexico lies a sunken DC-3. Its cargo: millions of dollars in gold ingots and jewels guarded by the remains of two men, one woman and a very small boy.

The fortune is there for the taking, and ready to grab it are a wealthy oilman, a gangster and a psychopathic hired assassin.

Against them stands Talbot, a man out for justice. He will see the dead given a proper burial – but only after he has avenged their murders.

A timeless masterpiece of unyielding retribution, intricately woven within the rugged confines of an oil rig situated in the vast expanse of the Gulf of Mexico. Below the shimmering waters lies a sunken DC-3, its cargo a treasure trove of invaluable gold ingots and precious jewels, meticulously safeguarded by the remnants of two men, one woman, and a mere child. This immense wealth lies eagerly awaiting its rightful claimant, ready to be seized by a wealthy oilman, a notorious gangster, and a cold-blooded hired assassin.

Yet, standing in their way is Talbot, a relentless seeker of justice. His sole purpose is to grant the deceased a dignified burial, but only after he has exacted his bitter vengeance upon those responsible for their untimely demise.

The story unfolds amidst the treacherous terrain of the oil rig, where danger lurks around every corner. The air is thick with the scent of oil and sweat, and the sound of machinery echoes through the vast expanse. Talbot, a man of unwavering determination, navigates this perilous environment with unwavering resolve. He is a man who believes in the sanctity of life, and he will stop at nothing to avenge the murders of those who have taken it away.

As Talbot delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a web of deceit and treachery that extends far beyond the boundaries of the oil rig. He encounters a cast of characters, each with their own motivations and agendas. There is the wealthy oilman, who is driven by greed and power and will stop at nothing to claim the treasure. There is the gangster, who is ruthless and calculating and will do anything to protect his interests. And then there is the hired assassin, who is a master of stealth and violence and will stop at nothing to fulfill his contract.

Through a series of intense confrontations and heart-pounding action sequences, Talbot battles against these formidable adversaries. He uses his wits, his strength, and his unwavering sense of justice to outmaneuver them and bring them to justice. Along the way, he encounters a woman named Sarah, who is caught in the middle of the chaos. She is a woman of courage and compassion, who has her own secrets and motivations.

As Talbot and Sarah work together to unravel the mystery and bring the perpetrators to justice, they face numerous challenges and obstacles. They must navigate through a complex network of lies and deceit, and they must confront their own demons and fears. But they are determined to succeed, and they will stop at nothing to achieve their goal.

In the end, Talbot emerges victorious. He has avenged the murders of the deceased and brought the guilty to justice. He has also learned the true value of justice and the importance of standing up for what is right, even in the face of overwhelming odds.

The Sunken DC-3 is a classic novel of ruthless revenge set in the steel jungle of an oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico – and on the sea bed below it. Off the Gulf of Mexico lies a sunken DC-3. Its cargo: millions of dollars in gold ingots and jewels guarded by the remains of two men, one woman and a very small boy.

The fortune is there for the taking, and ready to grab it are a wealthy oilman, a gangster and a psychopathic hired assassin.

Against them stands Talbot, a man out for justice. He will see the dead given a proper burial – but only after he has avenged their murders.

A timeless masterpiece of unyielding retribution, intricately woven within the rugged confines of an oil rig situated in the vast expanse of the Gulf of Mexico. Below the shimmering waters lies a sunken DC-3, its cargo a treasure trove of invaluable gold ingots and precious jewels, meticulously safeguarded by the remnants of two men, one woman, and a mere child. This immense wealth lies eagerly awaiting its rightful claimant, ready to be seized by a wealthy oilman, a notorious gangster, and a cold-blooded hired assassin.

Yet, standing in their way is Talbot, a relentless seeker of justice. His sole purpose is to grant the deceased a dignified burial, but only after he has exacted his bitter vengeance upon those responsible for their untimely demise.

The story unfolds amidst the treacherous terrain of the oil rig, where danger lurks around every corner. The air is thick with the scent of oil and sweat, and the sound of machinery echoes through the vast expanse. Talbot, a man of unwavering determination, navigates this perilous environment with unwavering resolve. He is a man who believes in the sanctity of life, and he will stop at nothing to avenge the murders of those who have taken it away.

As Talbot delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a web of deceit and treachery that extends far beyond the boundaries of the oil rig. He encounters a cast of characters, each with their own motivations and agendas. There is the wealthy oilman, who is driven by greed and power and will stop at nothing to claim the treasure. There is the gangster, who is ruthless and calculating and will do anything to protect his interests. And then there is the hired assassin, who is a master of stealth and violence and will stop at nothing to fulfill his contract.

Through a series of intense confrontations and heart-pounding action sequences, Talbot battles against these formidable adversaries. He uses his wits, his strength, and his unwavering sense of justice to outmaneuver them and bring them to justice. Along the way, he encounters a woman named Sarah, who is caught in the middle of the chaos. She is a woman of courage and compassion, who has her own secrets and motivations.

As Talbot and Sarah work together to unravel the mystery and bring the perpetrators to justice, they face numerous challenges and obstacles. They must navigate through a complex network of lies and deceit, and they must confront their own demons and fears. But they are determined to succeed, and they will stop at nothing to achieve their goal.

In the end, Talbot emerges victorious. He has avenged the murders of the deceased and brought the guilty to justice. He has also learned the true value of justice and the importance of standing up for what is right, even in the face of overwhelming odds.

The Sunken DC-3 is a classic novel of ruthless revenge set in the steel jungle of an oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico – and on the sea bed below it. Off the Gulf of Mexico lies a sunken DC-3. Its cargo: millions of dollars in gold ingots and jewels guarded by the remains of two men, one woman and a very small boy.

The fortune is there for the taking, and ready to grab it are a wealthy oilman, a gangster and a psychopathic hired assassin.

Against them stands Talbot, a man out for justice. He will see the dead given a proper burial – but only after he has avenged their murders.

A timeless masterpiece of unyielding retribution, intricately woven within the rugged confines of an oil rig situated in the vast expanse of the Gulf of Mexico. Below the shimmering waters lies a sunken DC-3, its cargo a treasure trove of invaluable gold ingots and precious jewels, meticulously safeguarded by the remnants of two men, one woman, and a mere child. This immense wealth lies eagerly awaiting its rightful claimant, ready to be seized by a wealthy oilman, a notorious gangster, and a cold-blooded hired assassin.

Yet, standing in their way is Talbot, a relentless seeker of justice. His sole purpose is to grant the deceased a dignified burial, but only after he has exacted his bitter vengeance upon those responsible for their untimely demise.

The story unfolds amidst the treacherous terrain of the oil rig, where danger lurks around every corner. The air is thick with the scent of oil and sweat, and the sound of machinery echoes through the vast expanse. Talbot, a man of unwavering determination, navigates this perilous environment with unwavering resolve. He is a man who believes in the sanctity of life, and he will stop at nothing to avenge the murders of those who have taken it away.

As Talbot delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a web of deceit and treachery that extends far beyond the boundaries of the oil rig. He encounters a cast of characters, each with their own motivations and agendas. There is the wealthy oilman, who is driven by greed and power and will stop at nothing to claim the treasure. There is the gangster, who is ruthless and calculating and will do anything to protect his interests. And then there is the hired assassin, who is a master of stealth and violence and will stop at nothing to fulfill his contract.

Through a series of intense confrontations and heart-pounding action sequences, Talbot battles against these formidable adversaries. He uses his wits, his strength, and his unwavering sense of justice to outmaneuver them and bring them to justice. Along the way, he encounters a woman named Sarah, who is caught in the middle of the chaos. She is a woman of courage and compassion, who has her own secrets and motivations.

As Talbot and Sarah work together to unravel the mystery and bring the perpetrators to justice, they face numerous challenges and obstacles. They must navigate through a complex network of lies and deceit, and they must confront their own demons and fears. But they are determined to succeed, and they will stop at nothing to achieve their goal.

In the end, Talbot emerges victorious. He has avenged the murders of the deceased and brought the guilty to justice. He has also learned the true value of justice and the importance of standing up for what is right, even in the face of overwhelming odds.

The Sunken DC-3 is a classic novel of ruthless revenge set in the steel jungle of an oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico – and on the sea bed below it. Off the Gulf of Mexico lies a sunken DC-3. Its cargo: millions of dollars in gold ingots and jewels guarded by the remains of two men, one woman and a very small boy.

The fortune is there for the taking, and ready to grab it are a wealthy oilman, a gangster and a psychopathic hired assassin.

Against them stands Talbot, a man out for justice. He will see the dead given a proper burial – but only after he has avenged their murders.

A timeless masterpiece of unyielding retribution, intricately woven within the rugged confines of an oil rig situated in the vast expanse of the Gulf of Mexico. Below the shimmering waters lies a sunken DC-3, its cargo a treasure trove of invaluable gold ingots and precious jewels, meticulously safeguarded by the remnants of two men, one woman, and a mere child. This immense wealth lies eagerly awaiting its rightful claimant, ready to be seized by a wealthy oilman, a notorious gangster, and a cold-blooded hired assassin.

Yet, standing in their way is Talbot, a relentless seeker of justice. His sole purpose is to grant the deceased a dignified burial, but only after he has exacted his bitter vengeance upon those responsible for their untimely demise.

The story unfolds amidst the treacherous terrain of the oil rig, where danger lurks around every corner. The air is thick with the scent of oil and sweat, and the sound of machinery echoes through the vast expanse. Talbot, a man of unwavering determination, navigates this perilous environment with unwavering resolve. He is a man who believes in the sanctity of life, and he will stop at nothing to avenge the murders of those who have taken it away.

As Talbot delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a web of deceit and treachery that extends far beyond the boundaries of the oil rig. He encounters a cast of characters, each with their own motivations and agendas. There is the wealthy oilman, who is driven by greed and power and will stop at nothing to claim the treasure. There is the gangster, who is ruthless and calculating and will do anything to protect his interests. And then there is the hired assassin, who is a master of stealth and violence and will stop at nothing to fulfill his contract.

Through a series of intense confrontations and heart-pounding action sequences, Talbot battles against these formidable adversaries. He uses his wits, his strength, and his unwavering sense of justice to outmaneuver them and bring them to justice. Along the way, he encounters a woman named Sarah, who is caught in the middle of the chaos. She is a woman of courage and compassion, who has her own secrets and motivations.

As Talbot and Sarah work together to unravel the mystery and bring the perpetrators to justice, they face numerous challenges and obstacles. They must navigate through a complex network of lies and deceit, and they must confront their own demons and fears. But they are determined to succeed, and they will stop at nothing to achieve their goal.

In the end, Talbot emerges victorious. He has avenged the murders of the deceased and brought the guilty to justice. He has also learned the true value of justice and the importance of standing up for what is right, even in the face of overwhelming odds.

The Sunken DC-3 is a classic novel of ruthless revenge set in the steel jungle of an oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico – and on the sea bed below it. Off the Gulf of Mexico lies a sunken DC-3. Its cargo: millions of dollars in gold ingots and jewels guarded by the remains of two men, one woman and a very small boy.

The fortune is there for the taking, and ready to grab it are a wealthy oilman, a gangster and a psychopathic hired assassin.

Against them stands Talbot, a man out for justice. He will see the dead given a proper burial – but only after he has avenged their murders.

A timeless masterpiece of unyielding retribution, intricately woven within the rugged confines of an oil rig situated in the vast expanse of the Gulf of Mexico. Below the shimmering waters lies a sunken DC-3, its cargo a treasure trove of invaluable gold ingots and precious jewels, meticulously safeguarded by the remnants of two men, one woman, and a mere child. This immense wealth lies eagerly awaiting its rightful claimant, ready to be seized by a wealthy oilman, a notorious gangster, and a cold-blooded hired assassin.

Yet, standing in their way is Talbot, a relentless seeker of justice. His sole purpose is to grant the deceased a dignified burial, but only after he has exacted his bitter vengeance upon those responsible for their untimely demise.

Weight: 274g
Dimension: 129 x 198 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008337421

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