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Gary Alan Ruse

Biography

Have been a professional writer of science fiction, mysteries and "techno-thrillers" since the 70's, and served as an Army reporter in Vietnam. I have five previous novels published, "Houndstooth" and "A Game of Titans" in hardcovers by Prentice-Hall with foreign editions in Great Britain and Japan, and "The Gods of Cerus Major" in hardcover by Doubleday, and original paperbacks "Morlac: The Quest of the Green Magician" and "Death Hunt on a Dying Planet" by Signet/New American Library. Also a number of stories published in magazines and anthologies, and more than 900 newspaper articles in Community Newspapers.

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Books

Morlac: The Quest of the Green Magician
By Gary Alan Ruse
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 124,590. Language: English. Published: October 15, 2013. Category: Fiction
(5.00 from 1 review)
Conjured from the sea by the dark magic of the Green Magician to defend their village from invaders, Morlac is a being tormented by his own dual past, and under the spell of the wizard's wicked daughter. Can he save them all...and himself? His journey across exotic lands, armed with his magicked sword “Shark” and his shell shield, is an epic sword and sorcery adventure.
Perseverance Triumphant!
By Gary Alan Ruse
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 32,430. Language: English. Published: May 1, 2013. Category: Fiction
(5.00 from 2 reviews)
An epic Steampunk adventure. In 1880 the captain and crew of a steam-powered British starship must battle a deliciously despicable villain, rescue the kidnapped Queen of England and thwart an alien invasion from outer space. Can Star Captain Demetrius Cogswell, Ship's Telepath Lady Elidora Thistle and the crew of the HMS Perseverance save England, Earth and the rest of the solar system?
Aggie & Agent X
By Gary Alan Ruse
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 50,750. Language: English. Published: November 19, 2012. Category: Fiction
(5.00 from 1 review)
A rookie CIA officer is teamed up with a partner who is...out of this world! This quirky and often funny blend of sci-fi, espionage, mystery and old movie atmosphere should appeal to fans of all of those genres and more.
Houndstooth
By Gary Alan Ruse
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 97,670. Language: English. Published: July 4, 2012. Category: Fiction
(5.00 from 1 review)
Houndstooth set the stage for techno-thriller novels that would follow a decade or more later. It’s the story of a special German Shepherd dog, "Major," part of an Army dog handling experiment using a micro brain implant linked to computers and satellite relays to allow a remote handler to see what the dog is seeing and send him commands. Major is sent on an emergency spy mission deep into Russia.
Jolly Roger
By Gary Alan Ruse
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 11,040. Language: English. Published: May 8, 2012. Category: Fiction
(5.00 from 2 reviews)
Two time-traveling special agents and a feisty young lady pirate captain join forces in 1717 to prevent the course of history from being changed. This science fiction adventure comedy adds a new twist to pirate lore.
Mysteries at Midnight
By Gary Alan Ruse
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 64,680. Language: English. Published: April 13, 2012. Category: Fiction
A Collection of Dark Fantasy Tales. An unsolved murder on a seductive resort island with brooding secrets....a mechanical movie prop intended to help create a dream on film, but instead becomes part of a nightmare for those involved....an odd alliance between a priest and a vampire....a modern day meeting with the Phantom of the Opera....tales of ghosts and monsters and otherworldly encounters.
The Pluck of O'Reilly
By Gary Alan Ruse
Price: Free! Words: 6,520. Language: English. Published: March 15, 2012. Category: Fiction
0.25 star(4.33 from 3 reviews)
A humorous fantasy short story set during the American Civil War about a hapless Irishman who is pressed into service and must call upon supernatural help, and his own wits, to survive a pending major battle and the war.
The Cross of St. Anne
By Gary Alan Ruse
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 76,540. Language: English. Published: August 20, 2011. Category: Fiction
(4.00 from 1 review)
A supernatural suspense novel. When New England antiques dealer Annie McCormick sells a religious relic to a new museum on Jarritt's Island and its charming owner Curt Devereaux, she could not be happier. But when Annie learns the ghostly secret of the old mansion-turned-museum, her dream adventure becomes a nightmare that puts her life...her very soul...at risk!
Murder in Deer Park
By Gary Alan Ruse
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 30,890. Language: English. Published: July 24, 2011. Category: Fiction
(5.00 from 1 review)
A wonderful historical mystery! Join President Grover Cleveland and his young bride as their resort honeymoon is interrupted by murder and intrigue, forcing the appealing couple to become detectives and solve the crime!

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Smashwords book reviews by Gary Alan Ruse

  • Ice Blue on July 05, 2011
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    The author has done an excellent job with this charming mystery, which is a deft blend of traditional English cozy and modern police procedural. The narrative vividly brings the scenes alive in the reader's imagination, and the main characters ring true, just gritty enough to be real but likeable enough to make you want to spend time with them. The quirky romance between Kate and Tony makes it all perfect. I'm looking forward to further adventures with these two, and would love to see them on the screen as well.
  • The Secrets to Ebook Publishing Success on March 27, 2012
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    This is great! Anyone thinking about getting into eBook publishing should start with this primer, and keep it handy. Mark Coker clearly and succinctly explains the eBook market and how best to enter it and maximize your success, and also gives insights to traditional trade publishing as well. There's plenty of detail and useful information, but it's all highly readable and to the point. Don't pass it up!
  • The Nativity Conspiracy on Aug. 23, 2012
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    This is a clever and interesting concept for a thriller novel, and the research that has gone into it shows. The topic will probably outrage the Catholic Church, but readers should enjoy this one!