The Life Engine
by Rick Baker
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Pub Date 25 Jun 2019 | Archive Date 7 Oct 2023
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Description
Enter a world of danger, intrigue, and unexpected alliances in "The Life Engine." former Olympic decathlete and CIA trainee Ian Wolfe and environmental activist April Gentry find themselves on the run, fighting for their lives. As they navigate the treacherous Amazon rainforest, pursued by ruthless enemies, their paths intertwine, and a powerful bond forms. With the fate of April's life hanging in the balance, Ian must defy his own agency and outsmart a desperate CEO to save her.
From the lush depths of the Amazon rainforest to the hidden corners of Kentucky and beyond, "The Life Engine" weaves a tapestry of suspense, passion, and sacrifice. Inspired by true events and fueled by over two decades of research and interviews with ex-CIA agents, politicians, and rainforest advocates, this gripping novel uncovers the urgent struggle to protect our planet's most precious resources.
With its riveting plot, captivating characters, and unforgettable love story entwined with life-or-death stakes, "The Life Engine" will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. Prepare to be enthralled by this thrilling adventure that blurs the lines between loyalty and betrayal, hope and despair, and the lengths one will go to protect what they hold dear
Advance Praise
"The Life Engine"" by Rick Baker, Executive Producer of “Ordinary Angels” with Lionsgate. In theaters this October, Starring Alan Ritchson (Reacher) and Academy Award winner, Hillary Swank.
★★★★★ ""A heart-pounding ride through the rainforest!"" - Kirkus
★★★★★ ""An adrenaline-fueled masterpiece!"" - Top 100 Amazon Reviewer
""THE LIFE ENGINE is a tremendous debut novel. The
twists and turns were riveting ... couldn't put it down. Rick
Baker is a hot new talent in the publishing world.""
Stephen Frey
New York Times Best-Selling Author
The Life Engine is a real thought-provoking thriller. It gets
your blood pumping from the first page.
Jeffrey Knight
Toronto Book Club
★★★★★ JoJo Maxon
The Life Engine is not only a compelling novel... this story raises provoking questions as his characters rule the page. The complexity of this novel is astonishing.
Former Olympic decathlete turned CIA agent, Ian Wolfe, is about to face his greatest challenge yet. Teaming up with intrepid ethnobotanist, April Gentry, as she embarks on a perilous mission to retrieve a world-changing medicine from the depths of the Amazon.
""The Life Engine"" is a pulse-pounding tale that will leave you breathless. If you love action, adventure, and a dash of intrigue reminiscent of the Da Vinci Code, this is the book for you.
Get your copy of ""The Life Engine"" today and join the epic quest that Kirkus calls ""a mesmerizing journey through the unknown!”"
Available Editions
| ISBN | 000B07TL83SVK |
| PRICE | US$0.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 346 |
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Featured Reviews
Doug Y, Educator
Good and evil, big business pharmaceuticals and environmentalists, and even family relationships are all sub-plots in an excellent story taking place in the Amazon region. Main characters April and Ian form a great team as they fight for their own lives in their battle to protect the environment.
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