The Recruit by Bryce Walton (1962)
The Recruit is a thrilling adventure novel about a young man named Jack who is recruited by a mysterious organization to join a secret mission. Jack is sent to a remote island in the Caribbean to investigate a mysterious group of people who are believed to be involved in a dangerous plot. As Jack delves deeper into the mystery, he discovers a sinister conspiracy that could have devastating consequences for the entire world. With the help of his new allies, Jack must find a way to stop the plot before it's too late. Along the way, he must face his own inner demons and confront the dark secrets of the island. The Recruit is an action-packed story of courage, loyalty, and friendship that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.
By Bryce Walton · First published 1962 · Genre: Thriller, Mystery, Adventure · 4,464 words
First lines
It was dirty work, but it would make him a man. And kids had a right to grow up -- some of them!
Wayne, unseen, sneered down from the head of the stairs.
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The Recruit is listed on Textopian as a novel by Bryce Walton, dated 1962 CE.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Bryce Walton
- Date: 1962 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Thriller, Mystery, Adventure, Fiction
- Length: 4,464 words
- Structure: 1 section, 143 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Thriller — The Recruit follows the story of a young man who is recruited by a secret organization to help them in their mission. This creates a suspenseful and thrilling atmosphere throughout the book.
- Mystery — The Recruit follows the protagonist as he attempts to uncover the secrets of the organization he has been recruited by. This creates a mysterious atmosphere throughout the book.
- Adventure — The Recruit follows the protagonist as he embarks on a dangerous mission with the organization he has been recruited by. This creates an adventurous atmosphere throughout the book.
- Fiction — The Recruit is a work of fiction, as it is a story that is made up and not based on real events.
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