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The Skywalkers: A Mystery Thriller of Lost Technology and Forbidden Knowledge (A Rossler Foundation Mystery Book 5) Kindle Edition

by JC Ryan (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 762 ratings

A 50,000-year-old warning. A deadly conspiracy. The fate of humanity at risk.

When Daniel Rossler uncovers an ancient letter—written over 50,000 years ago—it warns of unseen messengers of death that walk the sky and the awakening of a monstrous force. At the same time, the Rossler Foundation's most advanced data system detects a disturbing rise in global instability, pointing to an impending disaster no one can explain.

As Rossler and his team investigate, they uncover shocking evidence of an advanced prehistoric civilisation—one that may have harnessed technology far beyond what the modern world believes possible. Their journey takes them to a remote and treacherous landscape, where hidden truths lie buried alongside ancient ruins. But they’re not the only ones searching.

Eligo Rarus, a shadowy organisation of the world’s most powerful elites, has its own plans—plans that could reshape society forever. As ancient warnings and modern conspiracies converge, Daniel and his team must race against time to stop a cataclysmic event that could rewrite history and end the future.

The Skywalkers is the fifth pulse-pounding installment in JC Ryan’s acclaimed Rossler Foundation Mystery series, where the mysteries of the past clash with the threats of the present in a relentless battle for humanity’s future

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Praise for the Rossler Foundation Mystery series:

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Another white-knuckle suspenseful read.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Fans of well-crafted techno-thrillers must get a copy.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Can’t wait for the next one.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ I just love this series.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ An incredible read!

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Author JC Ryan hits another home run.

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    A Rossler Foundation Mystery
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Ruthanne Taylor Amazon Reviewer - Damn Good Read. So possible & so close to what we see happening in today's world it's frightening. A real edge of your seat read.Can't wait for the next instalment. J. C. Ryan tells an amazing tale.

Jerry Amazon Reviewer- Rossler Foundation just keeps getting better. JC Ryan builds a rich story that touches on issues relating to the dangers of the drug of power in a way that does not take away from the story. A great read as all his books to date have been.

OldArcher Amazon Reviewer - Great writing for those who appreciate fun, thought provoking,speculative, fiction... I'm writing this for all the books of the Rossler Foundation Series...

Superbly written, plausible, captivating, and readers will be crying out for "More!!!" Clancy was the last "thriller"writer that held my attention. J.C. Ryan has brought back the fun of that genre for me. His characterizations, dialog, and plot lines are fun to read, and sav or,as one would a gourmet cup of coffee, laced with Grand Marnier, or sipping Jameson's Irish Whiskey... It's been a long time since I've read a great series that is as much fun that isn't science fiction, of, and by, itself... Perhaps Mr. Ryan should use the same definition for his work, as Heinlein did for some of his- "speculative fiction..."

Regardless of how you slice it, J. C. Ryan is a wonderful writer and storyteller.

Meghan Top Amazon Reviewer - Another white-knuckle suspenseful read. Whenever I read a JC Ryan book, I keep thinking about the visuals--how would this scene or so look in HD or even 3D. Sure, the budget would run to a hundred million dollars, but from the 10th Cycle to The Skywalkers, it would be all worth it.

Having said that, the release of JC Ryan's latest book, The Skywalkers, was met with a great amount of anticipation. I was not disappointed, because right at the get go, the mere mention of the Prophet got my juices flowing--it's not long before I lost track of time reading and stopping my heart from lurching for the sake of the Rossler Foundation's team.There's quite an intense amount of fun and the integrated verisimilitude made even the book's most astounding technology feel as real as the smartphone you're holding.

Moreover, the Skywalkers' ending presents a cliffhanger that leaves your jaws dropped on the floor, and it could either be good or bad: it would be GOOD if the next JC Ryan book that follows this is released as soon as possible, like TODAY; bad if the sequel takes several months to arrive and the excitement created by The Skywalkers' ending dissipates and deteriorates into frustration. I'm not a huge fan of cliffhangers, but I don't really dislike them, either: it's one of those literary devices than can add more fun in the whole reading experience. But in the long run--in the future when readers could buy a boxed set of JC Ryan's Rossler Foundation books, which might include The Skywalkers and its immediate sequel--then the said ending wouldn't bother us and would even feel like just the right ingredient stirred into the pot at the exact crucial moment.

The Skywalkers is an enjoyable book--it continues the Rossler Foundation's uncanny ability to invite us to wonder about those mysterious unanswered questions and could-have-beens, but it also never loses its action-yand edge-of-your-seat thrill. There's never a boring moment reading this--it took me a day to finish the book, and that was because I tried prolonging the reading experience by dwelling in certain chapters--such as the implications mentioned in Chapter 6--and when I finally finished reading, it took me a few moments to ponder the fact that I'm facing what may be a few months before the next JC Ryan book. But then again, I could just reread the previous books to relive the experience. Fans of well-crafted techno-thrillers must get a copy.

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 ‏ : ‎ B00VSIFBJ8
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Vinci Books (April 7, 2015)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 7, 2015
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.7 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 325 pages
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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 the book's storyline engaging with unexpected twists and turns, making it a thought-provoking read. Moreover, the writing is well-crafted and incredibly believable, with brilliant characters and a fast-moving narrative. Additionally, customers appreciate the book series, with one noting it's an excellent continuation of the Rossler series.

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47 customers mention "Suspenseful story"38 positive9 negative

Customers find the story engaging and suspenseful, with unexpected twists and turns throughout.

"...The Skywalkers is an enjoyable book—it continues the Rossler Foundation’s uncanny ability to invite us to wonder about those mysterious unanswered..." Read more

"...The Rossler Foundation series has a broad spectrum of intrigue, human relationships, and speculation available in its premises....give us meat to..." Read more

"This book delivers suspense with the take over of the world...." Read more

"...Although this is sci-fi, there is too much happening in the world today that is similar...." Read more

43 customers mention "Readability"43 positive0 negative

Customers find the book incredibly engaging and thought-provoking, with one customer noting there's never a boring moment while reading it.

"...There’s never a boring moment reading this—it took me a day to finish the book, and that was because I tried prolonging the reading experience by..." Read more

"...of the Rossler Foundation series I felt there was a good sense of this ongoing enrichment....even in the one book that was a far darker storyline..." Read more

"...Great read. Big D" Read more

"...I enjoyed this book, just as I did the previous books in the series." Read more

18 customers mention "Book series"18 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy this book series, with one customer noting that each installment gets better.

"Enjoyed the latest book...." Read more

"...JC Ryan is a great author and the Rossler Foundation series is a great series...." Read more

"...You are missing out on some of the most incredible books of lifetime. The research he has done is mind blowing...." Read more

"ANOTHER AWESOME BOOK!! Off to another location, to discover more information, that baffles the Rossler group...." Read more

15 customers mention "Writing quality"12 positive3 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, finding it well written and incredibly believable, with one customer noting it is a well-crafted techno-thriller.

"...Fans of well-crafted techno-thrillers must get a copy." Read more

"...Mr Ryan is very talented in building likeable and multidimensional characters but this time out his characters did not display the depth I have..." Read more

"...Foundation series and it is a style that I enjoy because of its ease of reading and flow...." Read more

"An incredible read! With the world aligned as it today,totally believable. J.C.Ryan has done it again. Do not stop writing these fabulous books...." Read more

14 customers mention "Character development"14 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with one customer noting the accurate portrayal of world politics and another highlighting the attention to detail.

"...Mr Ryan is very talented in building likeable and multidimensional characters but this time out his characters did not display the depth I have..." Read more

"...Glad they finally built a safe house- it's about time. Portrayal of world politics is accurate- definitely could happen, and yes, the promise of the..." Read more

"...no problem and enjoy reading "flashbacks" that provide insight into a character and JC Ryan does a good job with Salome James...." Read more

"...continue to have a wonderful sense of adventure and the skill to create some characters whom the reader will care about, my personal opinion is that..." Read more

10 customers mention "Pacing"10 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the pacing of the book, describing it as a fast-moving story that builds to a near conclusion.

"...The good news is that the next book is available and can be downloaded immediately if you wish rather than waiting several months..." Read more

"...JC Ryan does not rush the story, unlike some other authors. The story flow is the same as the previous Rossler Foundation books...." Read more

"...All our favorite characters are back, and time is spent re-introducing each - in part because anyone picking up this as standalone needs to..." Read more

"Fast and steady. There was nothing easy or slow in this story. Just how I like 'em!..." Read more

Top reviews from the United States

  • Meghan
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another white-knuckle suspenseful read
    Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2015
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    Whenever I read a JC Ryan book, I keep thinking about the visuals—how would this scene or so look in HD or even 3D. Sure, the budget would run to a hundred million dollars, but from the 10th Cycle to The Skywalkers, it would be all worth it.

    Having said that, the release of JC Ryan’s latest book, The Skywalkers, was met with a great amount of anticipation. I was not disappointed, because right at the get go, the mere mention of the Prophet got my juices flowing—it’s not long before I lost track of time reading and stopping my heart from lurching for the sake of the Rossler Foundation’s team. There’s quite an intense amount of fun and the integrated verisimilitude made even the book’s most astounding technology feel as real as the smartphone you’re holding.

    Moreover, the Skywalkers’ ending presents a cliffhanger that leaves your jaws dropped on the floor, and it could either be good or bad: it would be GOOD if the next JC Ryan book that follows this is released as soon as possible, like TODAY; bad if the sequel takes several months to arrive and the excitement created by The Skywalkers’ ending dissipates and deteriorates into frustration. I’m not a huge fan of cliffhangers, but I don’t really dislike them, either: it’s one of those literary devices than can add more fun in the whole reading experience. But in the long run—in the future when readers could buy a boxed set of JC Ryan’s Rossler Foundation books, which might include The Skywalkers and its immediate sequel—then the said ending wouldn’t bother us and would even feel like just the right ingredient stirred into the pot at the exact crucial moment.

    The Skywalkers is an enjoyable book—it continues the Rossler Foundation’s uncanny ability to invite us to wonder about those mysterious unanswered questions and could-have-beens, but it also never loses its action-y and edge-of-your-seat thrill. There’s never a boring moment reading this—it took me a day to finish the book, and that was because I tried prolonging the reading experience by dwelling in certain chapters—such as the implications mentioned in Chapter 6—and when I finally finished reading, it took me a few moments to ponder the fact that I’m facing what may be a few months before the next JC Ryan book. But then again, I could just reread the previous books to relive the experience. Fans of well-crafted techno-thrillers must get a copy.
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  • Deborah Stachowiecz
    4.0 out of 5 stars Spoiler Alert For Material In This Review
    Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2015
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    I have been reading science fiction, fantasy, and detective/mystery series for some years. Basically since I was 10 years old and rode my bike to our town library three or more times a week. In all of these genres I liked the kind of series where each book was a stand alone offering complete within itself but adding to a richness of acquaintance with the reoccurring characters.

    In the previous four books of the Rossler Foundation series I felt there was a good sense of this ongoing enrichment....even in the one book that was a far darker storyline than I usually choose to wade through.

    I can not, unfortunately, say that about this fifth installment. Basically because it felt so much like a rushed installment instead of a fully developed stand alone novel. Mr Ryan is very talented in building likeable and multidimensional characters but this time out his characters did not display the depth I have come to expect from their characters. In fact, Daniel was driving me crazy with his moronic level of nativity long before Mr Ryan ever got around to his plot twist revelation of his misplaced trust. These people had just been through a major crisis of betrayal with dire consequences in Book 4. Book 5 starts out with a plot device designed to show off an extrapolative security system supposedly born out of the lessons in betrayal from Book 4....but there's Daniel spilling every detail of their operations without a blink or pause to wonder if he should be so trusting. Here's a supposedly very smart man just blithely skipping through these major revelations like a five year old talking to a man offering him a wand of cotton candy! It was a total miss on an entire sub-plot of examining the human spirit consequences inherent from such a far-reaching betrayal they almost didn't survive. All of the characterizations seemed to gloss over normal soul-searching but Daniel's was almost criminal in his unthinking nativity. Even if Mr Ryan did not want to write that kind of fully developed sub-plot he needed to at least give Daniel some evaluative inner dialogue showing a conscious decision to trust being made in stead of just leaving him with so much egg on his face again when the betrayal is revealed to the reader!

    One of the reasons I have been reading my way through this series was the satisfying balance between the speculative plot lines and his engaging character development.

    But even with the speculative plot line in this book there seems to be a sense of hurry....not urgency....a rush to get the book born. Another missed sub-plot opportunity left us looking for the most part at a series of empty rooms....which might be "reasonable" enough after 50,000 years except for the "historical" plot devise of the audio file leaves used to activate and deactivate the Beast. There was one "letter" from this ancient past...how much more could have been borne out of a few more human stories leaking through this device to intersect with the human reactions in the Rossler characters. What a mine of rich potentials was totally left still-born.

    And don't wink knowingly and tell me to simply wait to learn about those kinds of revelations in Book 6, because that just leads me to my last complaint about the rushed feeling of Book 5! I absolutely hate cliff-hanger endings in books that are part of a series. By the 5th book in a series I am obviously committed to reading the series. Building an entire sub-plot line throughout the entire book only to take it to a crisis point and leaving me hanging with an obvious teaser for Book 6 is a cheap ploy I believe unworthy of a writer as talented as Mr Ryan! I truly believe each and every book in a series should be a whole and completely realized plot. Sometimes that means a book gets to be four inches thick....but I'm a READER....I can handle 4 inches of richness full of multidimensional characters and plot twists. Give me the substance of your talents as a writer, Mr Ryan, not a marketing strategy to churn out something with your name on it every two months. The Rossler Foundation series has a broad spectrum of intrigue, human relationships, and speculation available in its premises....give us meat to chew on when you next invite us to your literary feast and I'll gladly come back for Book 7, & 8, &.....
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Take Over of the World
    Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2024
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    This book delivers suspense with the take over of the world. Again the Rossler Foundation is the cutting edge only to lose this round and go to ground. Great read. Big D
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  • Greg D
    5.0 out of 5 stars Rosslers on the run
    Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2015
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    Enjoyed the latest book. I like that the books don't follow a formula but the threat and situations are new time- terrorists, global pandemics, nanobots. I do wish the good guys would stop allowing all these moles into their confidence. And they should get ahead of the curve just enough with their new finds that they could protect their stuff better, and maybe have to be less reliant on these wacko benefactors.

    Glad they finally built a safe house- it's about time. Portrayal of world politics is accurate- definitely could happen, and yes, the promise of the Information Age is lacking, shallow, and often subversive instead. It has enabled us to form relationships both fraudulent and shallow, with little intimacy. We will soon pay the piper.
    The book ended with a bit of a cliffhanger- can't wait to see what happens next. Would be nice to see the Rosslers come out on top for a change.
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  • Alberta Conway
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Skywalkers
    Reviewed in Australia on April 13, 2015
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    This book, The Skywalkers continues the Rossler Foundation series - it is the 5th book of this series by JC Ryan I have read and enjoyed it every bit as much as the previous books. This one is excellent - all the old names and faces are there - they are like family now!

    This time they find themselves in serious trouble yet again, but the problem is they don't have anyone to turn to - they have to resolve it all by themselves.

    I just love this series. When is that next one coming out JC?
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  • Colby Wiederspiel
    5.0 out of 5 stars Cant wait for the next one
    Reviewed in Canada on April 17, 2015
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    Book was really good, really great flow. I enjoy following the Rosslers on their quests. My only criticism would be that their relationships are a little too perfect. While I love all the characters sometimes I would like it to be a little more real when it comes to a decision that they make with each other. Other than that the book is so intriguing that I did not want to put it down. It really brings light to how much our society relies on technology. We have so many people in the world and everyone has Cell phones, but instead of using them to talk to one another we text or Facebook. Anyways, great series I always look forward to another book. I will keep supporting and reading your books, please JC keep writing!
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  • suzanne jefferies
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 9, 2025
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    Good interesting read
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  • Judy 55
    5.0 out of 5 stars Thrilling.
    Reviewed in Australia on January 1, 2018
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    Have read the series so far back to back. Still keen to find out what happens next, so give me a moment and I’ll download the next one!
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  • Yafiah Katherine Randall
    4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 1, 2016
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    Thoroughly enjoyable
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