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The Tenth Cycle: A Mystery Thriller of Ancient Secrets and Modern Threats (A Rossler Foundation Mystery Book 1) Kindle Edition

by JC Ryan (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 2,895 ratings

Ancient knowledge. Modern cover-ups. A discovery lost to time.

For thousands of years, the truth about civilization has been hidden—suppressed, exploited and buried beneath layers of deception. Some believe the answers lie within the Great Pyramid of Giza, but no one has ever found them. Those who tried were ridiculed, silenced or worse.

When journalist Daniel Rossler and researcher Dr. Sarah Clarke stumble upon a secret hidden within the pyramid, their discovery threatens to upend everything we know about the past. What begins as an academic curiosity quickly becomes a fight for survival as they uncover evidence that powerful forces never intended to see the light of day.

As they push forward, skepticism turns to hostility, and dangerous enemies close in. The Orion Society, a ruthless secret organization, will stop at nothing to keep the truth buried. But they’re not the only ones watching. Intelligence agencies, military forces and even the President of the United States have their own reasons for keeping the past hidden.

Caught in a deadly struggle between those who seek the truth and those who will do anything to suppress it, Rossler and Clarke must unravel an ancient mystery before it’s too late. Will they reveal humanity’s greatest secret, or will the truth die with them?

The Tenth Cycle is a gripping techno thriller packed with lost history, global conspiracies, and a battle for knowledge that could change everything. This fast-paced adventure is the first book in JC Ryan’s Rossler Foundation Mystery Series.

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Praise for the Rossler Foundation Mystery Series:

★★★★★ Couldn't put it down.

★★★★★ Turning history on its head!!

★★★★★ I was hooked from the outset, a tale set amongst ancient pyramids, deciphering encoded messages to gain access to the further mysteries, what a tale!

★★★★★ Absolutely stunning, gripping and "just one more chapter-ish" read!

★★★★★ I read it in one sitting!!

★★★★★ Great read, clever storyline. A real page turner.

★★★★★ Full of intrigue and suspense from the start to the finish

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Meghan Amazon Top 1,000 Reviewer - For some reason, JC Ryan's thriller, 'The Tenth Cycle' reads like the offspring of a Tom Clancy and a Clive Cussler partnership--although JC Ryan can easily stand on his own as an exciting literary force to reckon with. 'The Tenth Cycle' is deeply suspenseful, and right at the get-go, grabs you by the cuffs and compels you to keep turning the pages--and that doesn't even begin to describe what a deliriously entertaining book this is.

At its heart is a conspiracy: a secret about mankind that--if and when revealed--will radically change not only the way men live and think, but also about how they'd regard their future. The secret is zealously guarded by shadowy characters and organizations that put the lives of the two protagonists, Dan Rossler and Sarah Clarke, in grave peril. When academic ridicule intensifies into outright hostility and possibly fatal threats, that's when Dan and Sarah know they're onto something ground-breaking. But then there's the rub--the forces guarding the secret will stop at nothing to guard it and keep it from discovery.

C'est Moi Amazon Reviewer - Definite MUST READ!!! This book is fascinating, keeps you guessing and is truly a work of art! 10 STARS!!! This book is absolutely awesome!! It's complex, but not difficult to keep up with, the characters are three-dimensional, and the author makes you really care about them and feel as though you are part of their group. I truly did not want it to end. This is a book for everyone!

The mysteries discussed here are more than likely things you've wondered about yourself. I know I have!! Mr. Ryan really brought this tale to life and, form, it was like watching a fascinating movie that was over far too soon. I could visualize every single part! I was so involved in the story that, when I was unable to read, I was thinking about the book. I'm thrilled to have found this author and even more thrilled to see he has many more for me to dive into as soon as possible. The Ninth Cycle is already loaded and ready!

Even though I read this book through my Kindle Unlimited subscription, I just purchased it so I could keep it in my digital library to read again, at will. I would give this book 10 stars if they'd let me. I can't say enough how much I truly enjoyed the journey I took with the Rosslerites!!Thanks so much for such a wonderfully written, and well researched story, Mr.Ryan. There's not one thing about it that I would change!

I'm really looking forward to the next book, as it discusses the very controversial Piri Reis map of 1513, and the possible coast of Antarctica without Its icecap!!

PBBJR Amazon Reviewer - An excellent read and wonderfully crafted work, I quickly became addicted to the series. Mr. Ryan has created an entertaining thriller with lovable well developed characters and a fascinating subject matter. This is truly an intelligent thriller.

S Coyle - I absolutely loved this book. The characters are believable. It is one of the best books I have read in years!!!

About the Author

Since the publication of his first book, The Tenth Cycle, JC Ryan's books received high acclaim from readers who bought more than 800,000 of his books and read more than 57 million pages.   Ryan has been married to his college sweetheart since 1978. They have two daughters, two sons-in-law, and one grandchild.   Before he started writing mystery-suspense novels, Ryan got a military degree and served as an officer in the military for seven years before a crippling back injury forced him to change careers. He returned to university, studied law, and became a lawyer, running his own private practice for more than fifteen years before he moved to another country, became an IT project manager, and finally, in 2014, got the opportunity to pursue his lifelong dream of being a writer.   If you want to know more about JC Ryan and when his next book will come out, please visit his website at http://www.jcryanbooks.com, where you can download free eBooks and sign up to receive an email when he is about to release a new book.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00JMV358M
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Vinci Books (July 22, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 22, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.3 MB
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JC Ryan is a bestselling author renowned for his intricate espionage, archaeological thrillers, and conspiracy mysteries. With over 30 acclaimed novels, including the popular Rex Dalton K9 Thrillers, Rossler Foundation Mysteries, and Carter Devereux Mystery Thrillers, Ryan has captivated readers around the globe.

Drawing from his diverse professional background—as a military officer, lawyer, and IT manager—Ryan creates compelling narratives that skillfully blend historical accuracy with thrilling adventure. He is celebrated as a master storyteller, known for crafting riveting plots, meticulous historical details, and engaging, multidimensional characters. Ryan’s meticulous research lends authenticity and depth to each story, immersing readers in richly constructed worlds filled with intrigue, suspense, and adventure.

Fans of David Baldacci, Lee Child’s Jack Reacher, Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, Nelson DeMille’s John Corey, Vince Flynn’s Mitch Rapp, Mark Greaney’s Gray Man, Gregg Hurwitz’s Orphan X, Robert Ludlum’s Jason Bourne, Daniel Silva’s Gabriel Allon, Brad Taylor’s Pike Logan, Brad Thor’s Scot Harvath, James Rollins’ Sigma Force, Steve Berry’s Cotton Malone, and Dan Brown’s Robert Langdon will find JC Ryan’s novels equally compelling and unforgettable.

When not writing, Ryan enjoys spending time with his college sweetheart, whom he married in 1978. They are proud parents of two daughters, have two sons-in-law, and are grandparents to two grandchildren.

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Customers find this book to be an incredible read with a well-told story that draws readers in and takes entertaining twists. They appreciate the fascinating premise, particularly its take on the Great Pyramid, and the nicely developed characters that hold their attention from start to finish. The book receives positive feedback for its well-researched content, though some find the dialogue stilted and the pacing painfully slow at times.

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262 customers mention "Readability"239 positive23 negative

Customers find the book to be an incredible and well-told tale, with one customer describing it as a riveting novel.

"...The good characters are wonderful and believable, and the bad characters are just that - horrible, awful, and so on...." Read more

"...The storyline is entertaining, the writing engaging, the characters very well fleshed out, the editing is solid and nearly flawless. Top notch book!" Read more

"...But, the author is a pretty good writer and, as I mentioned above, he's able to to hold your interest in the story from beginning to end...." Read more

"...Hard to believe! Ryan weaves this tale with stunning clarity and challenges the extremely wealthy groups and governments in the process...." Read more

252 customers mention "Storyline"216 positive36 negative

Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, describing it as a well-paced suspense thriller with an interesting plot that draws readers in and takes entertaining twists.

"...The author has an awesome sense of creativity in this series and has a couple of other series that I have read and enjoyed almost as much as this one." Read more

"...That is the subject of archaeological mysteries, e.g., unexplained or difficult to explain findings of ancient sites, constructions, writings,..." Read more

"...The story builds at a good pace and comes to an end that left this reader wanting more...." Read more

"...The storyline is entertaining, the writing engaging, the characters very well fleshed out, the editing is solid and nearly flawless. Top notch book!" Read more

152 customers mention "Thought provoking"130 positive22 negative

Customers find the book extremely intriguing, particularly praising its fascinating premise and interesting take on the Great Pyramid, with one customer noting how it engages the curiosity part of the brain.

"...I expect the rest of this series to be very interesting and again thank the author." Read more

"...a repeated misquoting of common colloquialism, this is a great, exciting read and a grand kick-off to what promises to be a great, fun series...." Read more

"...” and ties them all together into a coherent story, which I find quite fascinating...." Read more

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103 customers mention "Character development"86 positive17 negative

Customers appreciate the well-developed characters in the book, with one customer noting their three-dimensional nature.

"...The good characters are wonderful and believable, and the bad characters are just that - horrible, awful, and so on...." Read more

"...Ryan is good at spinning his tale and creates memorable, well-developed characters along the way...." Read more

"...The storyline is entertaining, the writing engaging, the characters very well fleshed out, the editing is solid and nearly flawless. Top notch book!" Read more

"...It's complex, but not difficult to keep up with, the characters are three-dimensional, and the author makes you really care about them and feel as..." Read more

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Customers find the book thoroughly enjoyable, describing it as completely mesmerizing and holding their attention from start to finish.

"...Ryan is good at spinning his tale and creates memorable, well-developed characters along the way...." Read more

"...At the same time it provides the reader with a welcome distraction from what could otherwise be a pretty heavy intellectual storyline...." Read more

"I gave it four stars because it held my interest to the end; not stay-up-late-at-night interest, but enough to make me want to see where the story..." Read more

"...J. C. Ryan’s novel explores that question in a very entertaining way. The entire novel centers around prior machinations of human societies...." Read more

18 customers mention "Research quality"18 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the research quality of the book, describing it as a well-researched story with a good concept.

"Grabbed me right from the start. Unbelievable (almost) detail. Hard to put the book down. Looking forward to the Ninth Cycle & beyond." Read more

"...JC Ryan has done a masterful work that is full of intrigue, action as well as varied human relationships that will keep the reader waiting to see..." Read more

"...Thanks so much for such a wonderfully written, and well researched story, Mr. Ryan. There's not one thing about it that I would change!..." Read more

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26 customers mention "Dialogue quality"5 positive21 negative

Customers criticize the book's dialogue as stilted and weakly explained.

"Despite a grammatical error here and there, and a repeated misquoting of common colloquialism, this is a great, exciting read and a grand kick-off..." Read more

"...My only complaint here is that some of this was a bit repetitive...." Read more

"...There is much technical information alluded to in the story. It sometimes left me scratching my head...." Read more

"...gets sloppy about two-thirds of the way through the book — it’s missing dialogue, character development, emotion, and smooth transitions, and reads..." Read more

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"...I personally found the middle portion of the book a bit slow, but the last 25% or so picked up to speed and interest. I have one critique...." Read more

"This is a very, very, very long book. It is super slow paced it took me almost a week to read because I wasn’t really hooked and it was really slow..." Read more

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  • JANICE PRINCE
    5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome series
    Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2024
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    Having read this series once and becoming a fan of it, I would give this series 10 stars if I could.
    The 10th Cyle is the 10th cycle of humans who lived before us and stretched over 20,000 years. A cycle before them left their history for the future and was found by the 10th cycle people, who then left their history for us to find. It was found in Antarctica and has been found by a group of archaeologists. Of course, after having found proof of others before us and the technology they had, bad guys try to take it away from them, and some of the expedition members are murdered. Finding a "book" that has directions on how to use technology and medicine, and translating it, the Rossler Foundation is formed, named after one of its founders. Generously, the foundation releases much information to the governments of the world that pertain to cures and health and all sorts of other things. Of course, other governments want this only for themselves. What happens is described in the following books of this series.
    I read this series for the first time maybe 2 months ago and liked it so much that I am rereading it and am now on the last book - again. The good characters are wonderful and believable, and the bad characters are just that - horrible, awful, and so on.
    I can't say who will like this series as much as I do, but I hope there are lots of readers, who get as much enjoyment in reading it as I did.
    The author has an awesome sense of creativity in this series and has a couple of other series that I have read and enjoyed almost as much as this one.
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  • Coolfire
    4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent and interesting subject and based on research
    Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2015
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    The selection of the subjects of this series is excellent. That is the subject of archaeological mysteries, e.g., unexplained or difficult to explain findings of ancient sites, constructions, writings, apparent questionable events, historical inconsistencies to the accepted, etc. For that I both compliment and thank the author for his vision, interest, and research. I have long had an interest in these subject and have quite a library of the subject.

    I liked the way The Tenth Cycle began and the introductory research brought out concerning the pyramid. I personally found the middle portion of the book a bit slow, but the last 25% or so picked up to speed and interest. I have one critique. There was an over abundance of mutual fawning between Daniel and Sarah. I mean a lot which at times was a distraction to the main story line and subject.

    In line with the story line of this book, the following quote from the past might be of interest.

    Source: Secrets of the Great Pyramid, Peter Tompkins, Harper & Row 1978 large soft cover edition, Page 113, last paragraph:

    “As to why the pyramid was built and its passages carefully secreted, Davidson* surmised that the builder intended to monumentalize the science of his time for another civilization far in the future, much as we go about burying time capsules. According to Davidson, the builder knew that the faculties by which he was able to handle the formulas of natural law could atrophy in man, and that by conveying his science to beings of a later civilization he might spur them to recover those powers.”

    * English structural engineer David Davidson 1884–1956 (The Great Pyramid: Its Divine Message (1924)).

    I expect the rest of this series to be very interesting and again thank the author.
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  • Paige Ellen
    5.0 out of 5 stars Just because you're paranoid doesn't mean no one is after you...
    Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2014
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    Despite a grammatical error here and there, and a repeated misquoting of common colloquialism, this is a great, exciting read and a grand kick-off to what promises to be a great, fun series. The story builds at a good pace and comes to an end that left this reader wanting more.
    JC Ryan is self-published, but this book is much more polished than almost any of the self-published ebooks I've encountered previously.
    Just to get the petty, but annoying (to me) misquoted colloquialism out of the way, it is properly phrased in the title of this review. Mr. Ryan has a habit of beginning it: "Just because you're NOT paranoid..." The use of "not" negates the point of the phrase. (So, sue me, I have a roomful of nits I've picked over my 60 years of literacy ;-p).
    Believe me this fast paced thriller is chock full of people who ARE after our heroes, including people who are just not whom they seem to be. That's as close as I have ever come to including a "spoiler in any of my reviews. Realize as you read, "Trust No One" was never more applicable.
    The plot grabs any reader with a sense of history and/or archaeology immediately. The archaeology columnist for The New York Times discovers that there is a way to break/decipher the "message" long thought by some to be present in The Great Pyramid of Giza. He pursues the lead to gratifying, yet life-threatening results. Unbeknownst to him, certain "secret societies" have long been trying to crack this code. One, The Orion Society, composed of members of the most wealthy families in the world, and said to possibly predate the Common Era, is most ruthless in pursuit of what they believe is theirs by right. This society is said to control most of the wealth and many of governments of the world. So, there is something for conspiracy enthusiasts helping to "drive" the story. There is also great satisfaction for those, scientists and otherwise, who believe that the Great Pyramid could not possibly have been built by the Egyptians and is likely far older than it is estimated to be.
    Ryan is good at spinning his tale and creates memorable, well-developed characters along the way. It is clear that his writing persona is sort of "Star Trek" Federation altruistic, which this reader found quite gratifying.
    I give a strong "thumbs up" to anyone considering reading this book. Lots of action, surprises and twists and turns await you.
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  • Kevin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 12, 2025
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    Good book
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  • Robert Singer
    5.0 out of 5 stars JC RYAN
    Reviewed in Canada on February 27, 2023
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    Another series penned by a Great Favourite Author of mine. It took me a bit to get into the story in this first book in the series, but it quickly piqued my interest. I was not disappointed as the story got deeper and deeper into the idea of interpreting the meaning of what was behind the configuring of the blocks. Another 5 Star reading by a Great writer.
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  • Darklldo
    5.0 out of 5 stars A magnet to your fingers
    Reviewed in Australia on October 21, 2014
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    WELL! I don't know about anybody else, but this is the most amazing 'adventure story' I have ever read!

    It's starts of in an ordinary sort of way, about the size of a pebble but like a snowball it grows larger and larger as it progresses.

    I suppose it will be relegated to the 'Sci-Fi' section of our reading world, but like many many other people I find the element of truth in it is so logical and real, that I feel sure it has a strong basis of truth.

    Not nearly enough is known of this planet yet and certainly very little of the humans living on. We are making some dreadful mistakes that could easily lead us into annihilation, this is point out very clearly here.

    The people are very alive and very clearly written, and the extraordinary story is full of tension and mysteries, along with bad guys.

    Read it, you won't be able to put it down if you feel there is one chance in a million it is posing something that is real.
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  • mickel
    3.0 out of 5 stars Aus der kurzen Zusammenfassung
    Reviewed in Germany on March 28, 2017
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    konnte man einen interessanten Wissenschaftsthriller erwarten. Nette Grundidee, die man meiner Meinung nach spannender hätte darbieten können! Das Liebesgeschnulze der beiden Hauptdarsteller ist viel zu breit dargestellt (und das auch noch auf Teenie-Niveau!), Verwandtschaft und Freunde haben aber auch immer so was von passenden Qualifikationen.... . Der gesamte Handlungsrahmen wirkt daher sehr 'hingebogen', die Orion-Society erreicht, selbst für einen Mystery-Thriller wie diesen, keinerlei Glaubwürdigkeit - und viele Details werden unnötig, aber seitenfüllend dargestellt, bzw. zigmal wiederholt, so daß ich Einiges 'quer' gelesen habe. Das Frauenbild des Autors scheint mir auch etwas antiquiert, denn die Damen müssen zu oft in der Küche verschwinden. Ich hoffe, daß die wirklich interessanten Fragen (wie begannen/endeten die jeweiligen Zyklen, was ist mit der Evolutionstheorie?) bald erklärt werden. Den 2. Band habe ich mir schon besorgt, brauche jetzt aber erstmal was, das auch wirklich gut erzählt wird....
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  • Colin Jennings
    2.0 out of 5 stars Love story or thriller?
    Reviewed in Germany on June 8, 2017
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    The Tenth Cycle is billed as a thriller, and with themes about the pyramids and the mathematical puzzles contained therein appealed to me a lot. But after only reading 25% of the book the mooning between Daniel and Sarah finally wore me down. I obviously hadn't got to the thriller bit yet, but enough is enough. So the 2 stars is just for the 25% of the book I managed to plow through.
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