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Codename Angel: 1950s scifi thriller (The UFO Chronicles Book 1) Kindle Edition

4.2 out of 5 stars 201 ratings

In the midst of the Cold War's tense political landscape, Codename Angel takes us back to 1952, where global anxieties are further heightened by an inexplicable series of UFO sightings over the skies of the United Kingdom. Against this backdrop, Professor Ralph Frederick, a brilliant astrophysicist from the University of Cambridge, finds himself embroiled in a whirlwind of intrigue and mystery that transcends the boundaries of both science and politics.

As the world teeters on the brink of nuclear conflict, former Prime Minister Winston Churchill becomes increasingly alarmed by the rash of UFO reports flooding his desk. Fearing these unidentified flying objects might be advanced Soviet technology, he establishes a covert committee tasked with investigating the origins and intentions of these enigmatic phenomena.

Amidst the paranoia and uncertainty, a chilling incident unfolds in the remote expanse of North Yorkshire. A young woman mysteriously vanishes without a trace, leaving behind a trail of baffling clues. Ralph Frederick's pursuit of the truth soon collides with this disturbing abduction, revealing an intricate web of secrets that ties the woman's disappearance to the escalating UFO events.

As tensions between superpowers escalate, the boundaries of reality blur when Russian spies infiltrate British intelligence agencies, driven by a relentless quest to unearth classified information on the UFO phenomenon. With allegiances in question and loyalties tested, the fate of nations hangs in the balance.

Codename Angel weaves a thrilling narrative that combines elements of science fiction, political intrigue, and espionage. Ralph Frederick's journey takes him from the hallowed halls of academia to the shadowy realms of classified intelligence operations, where he uncovers shocking truths about the UFO sightings that defy explanation. Along the way, he grapples with his own scepticism and fears, forced to confront the existence of extraterrestrial encounters that challenge the very fabric of his scientific understanding.



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A story with its roots firmly planted in fact
This story has its roots in declassified government documents. Have British and American governments had
‘first contact’ with ‘extraterrestrials?’ Is there an attempt to hide the truth?

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About the Author

Born in the United Kingdom, in the South Wales market town of Abergavenny in 1970. Jason has always been fascinated by science and the unexplained. During the nineties he researched a lot of UFO sightings both in the UK and the Unites States of America. In 1995 he embarked on a road trip to the state of Nevada to learn the truth about Area 51. A massive fan of The X Files and Dark Skies and science fiction Jason started to write in the early nineties. Articles for various UFO and paranormal themed magazines. In 2012 Jason set about writing The Angel Committee developing and entire franchise focussing on the UFO phenomenon, and the government cover up. Jason has also written a short story series called Tales From Majestic, set in the wake of the Roswell incident of 1947 and a spinoff from The Angel Committee. He is currently working on the sequel novel The Angel Conspiracy as well as developing other writing projects for publication.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00ACKIZVY
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Offworld Publications
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ 17 Jan. 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.3 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 431 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 3 ‏ : ‎ The UFO Chronicles
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Jason Chapman is a multi-talented Welsh author known for his exceptional storytelling in both the realms of science fiction and crime thrillers. Born and raised amidst the scenic beauty of Abergavenny, South Wales, Jason's childhood was infused with a deep appreciation for the wonders of science and the allure of mysterious tales. This unique combination of interests laid the foundation for his diverse writing career, as he deftly weaves imaginative narratives that traverse the boundaries of multiple genres.

Early Life:

Growing up in Abergavenny, Jason was a curious and imaginative child, often venturing into the beautiful Welsh countryside, conjuring up stories that combined elements of science fiction and thrilling mysteries. He spent hours immersed in classic science fiction novels and crime thrillers, drawing inspiration from both genres to shape his own literary voice.

After leaving school Jason pushed his passion for writing beyond its limits Over the last thirty years has explored his never ending passion for storytelling. Refining his is storytelling techniques and gaining a deeper understanding of the intricacies involved in crafting interesting narratives.

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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 13 September 2013
    Saw this as a recommendation on Facebook of all places! Read the authors blurb and thought, yes, I'll give it a go.
    So so so pleased I did. Absolutely loved this book and cant wait for the next one!!!! If your into Science Fiction, UFOs, Conspiracy Theories, etc, this is an absolute must for you folks, enjoyable characters and a damn good story. Not going to tell you too much about it, read the write ups, purchase the book, get your favourite drink and snack food, turn off the TV and dive into what they used to call "a ripping good yarn", go on, do it, you know you want too! Me, I'm off to check out his short stories til his next book is out. G'night folks!
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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 12 October 2014
    Unlike many books of its ilk, it maintained a level of interest all the way through rather than storing everything for the end. It also had a proper ending but left you wanting the next one. Great read!
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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 29 November 2024
    Absolutely loved this book! Very imaginative but connecting past happenings to future events.
    I have read a lot of Scifi books and this is one of he best! Really evokes an era!
  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 25 January 2019
    With an inventive storyline, this book is fairly unique in the adept way it interacts recent political history and characters with a fictional 'hero' and circumstances. As 'Sci-Fi' novels go, Jason Chapman's English is acceptably articulate; but, oh dear, his punctuation and style is abysmal! To do him justice, I have to mention that, in his foreword, he apologises for the lack of peer-review and editing on grounds of cost - an admission with which I have much sympathy: however, as it stands, the story staggers onward in a stream of staccato sentences - the period (full-stop) being almost exclusively his only punctuation-mark! This is a great shame as it rankles somewhat and detracts from his otherwise excellent narrative. (For a small fee - yet to be negotiated - I would offer him my proof-reading services!). Despite my comments, please do not be put-off reading this novel; the first of several on the same theme. I'm certain that should this initial book be a success - as it deserves to be - Mr. Chapman will no doubt be able to afford the necessary professional services prior to publication of its sequels.
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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 3 August 2021
    I actually wrote the author an apology. It felt like hard work setting the story up. And I told him so. But ... what a payoff. Probably the most rewarding book I’ve ever read. Just enough truth in it to make it utterly compelling
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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 16 January 2013
    When I started to read this book, it was obvious that the author had done a great deal of research into the modern mystery that is UFOs.
    The story moves along at a fast pace, and I for one found it difficult to put down as there are twists and action a-plenty. If I were to draw any comparisons with other books, this is not unlike W.A.Harbinson's "Projekt Saucer" series, but with-out the human protagonists. This time, it's real UFOs, not man-made ones. But the darker side of human nature raises it's head towards the end of the book, setting the scene nicely for a sequel.
    For fans and anyone who enjoyed the "X-files" it will no doubt appeal.
    All in all, a promising debut novel, and I look forward to the series carrying on.
    One or two errors crop into the text, but no-one is perfect!
    Roll on volume 2.
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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 16 December 2017
    Loved this book, couldn't put it down and read all 3 in a week. Really makes you think and wonder if what happens in the book actually happened. Wish a tv company would pick it up, it would be a great television series .Can't wait for the next one.
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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 18 July 2017
    I once was told by a very famous author, who excelled in historical novels, that research was the key to suspending disbelief. If you faked it, she said, someone was sure to find you out.
    I bought this novel on the understanding that it was a Cold War thriller, only to find that its entire thrust was about the UFO phenomenon which reached a peak in the 1950s. Aside from the slight disappointment that I felt over what is well-raked over content, I soon found, that apart from the accurate historical references to UFO sightings, who was Prime Minister etc. in 1952, Jason had very little clue about the military content.
    After reading of Hunter Hawkers instead of Hawker Hunters ( a fighter plane which, incidentally, did not enter service until 1954) I started to make notes of all the factual mistakes. For future reference, Jason, a Group Captain outranks a Squadron Leader and would not call him sir or take orders from him. A sergeant is called Sarge and not sir, Vampire jets did not fly from aircraft carriers, that was the Sea Venom, HMS Illustrious (not The HMS) was in training mode throughout 1952. On 1 September of that year she hosted No. 4 Squadron and No. 860 Squadrons, Royal Netherlands Naval Aviation Service (RNNAS) for training, as well as 824 Squadron. Between the three squadrons they had 20 Fireflies and 8 Sea Furies when they participated in the major NATO exercise Main Brace. Fireflies and Sea Furies during Main Brace, not Vampires, Captain (not commander) RD Watson (not Tim) did not assume command of the Illustrious until the day after the date you have noted, the man in command on that date was Captain Jellicoe who was relieved on September 26th.
    The correct address for an admiral is Admiral Lord and not Lord Admiral.
    On a non-military note, although developed in Germany in 1922, A4 paper was not introduced into the UK until 1974. In the 1950s it would have been foolscap.
    I have noted that others have commented on the poor punctuation and occasional poor spelling. There's not much I can add to that except to point out that there is an accepted convention in literature that a comma is placed before a name in a sentence in dialogue. It doesn't often change the meaning of the sentence but can on occasion, e.g. 'Call me Dave.' 'Call me, Dave.' In the first instance Dave is asking to be called by his Christian name, in the second a third party is asking Dave to telephone him. The comma makes the difference. This convention is sadly ignored throughout this book.
    I'm about halfway through and debating whether I have the will to continue.
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  • TyndaFlat
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great
    Reviewed in Australia on 29 April 2024
    Who cares about spelling errors. A fascinating look at UFOs and possible political agendas, also the conspiracy theories around them. Well done Jason
  • M. Mikoda
    5.0 out of 5 stars From Apostle to Angel, there are plenty of demons too, sometimes even from within.
    Reviewed in the United States on 8 April 2013
    It all comes to a boil in The Angel Committee. It might start slow, like a formula one car at the green flag, but it begins to shift gears rather quickly until you are turning pages like rounding a corner on two wheels. But by no means are you going to run out of gas at the end. This is a trilogy and you’ll clamor for more at the end.

    As I have stated in previous reviews of Mr. Chapman’s work, it is difficult to pinpoint the subject genre, but I will say you will find no Ian Fleming here, but a good dose of John le Carré. Who do we trust? Who do we prepare defense against? Are the Russians our allies? Or the Americans? And just who does not have a hidden agenda? There are plenty of close encounters to be found. Using the John le Carré comparison, you can take the intended Angel Trilogy and call it Jason Chapman’s “Karla” Trilogy of UFO cold war conspiracy.

    The historical aspect that is woven into the story line is thrilling. Jason Chapman has done more than a cursory amount of research. As I said earlier it comes to boil here. The abduction or was it perhaps a domestic row? Can the dead return? The first confrontation, where one can glimpse the present, future past. With the presence of Bifrons one is at the beginning and ending of conflict. But is it peace or war and with whom? From stones to cell phones, technology requires the complex mental processes of which humans are uniquely capable, but do we get any help along the way? Oh the riddle that unravels and left me clamoring for more.

    Well done Jason Chapman.

    One might start with Tales from Majestic if you wish to walk chronologically, but it really wouldn't matter if you started with The Angel Committee as both travel separately well and intersect nicely from either end, as if Ianus, the ancient Roman god of beginnings and transition, personally ensures smoothness.

    Presently I note that The Angel Committee is also available in paperback and not just in e-book format as is the Tales from Majestic. I’m guessing once Mr. Chapman gets the publishing end settled he can release Majestic in a collected paperback series. So if it must be physical paper because digital isn't for you, by all means get The Angel Committee in paperback. I'm thinking of purchasing one so I can place it honorably with my other collected books.

    You will not be disappointed either way.

    Oh, and for those of you who are wondering, yes I had to use the word Bifrons, otherwise I would have given away a spoiler, as for the others? Well I just couldn't help myself.
  • Madeline Empson Taylor
    4.0 out of 5 stars Fact or fiction....UFOs are a part of our society and this read will bring it home.....
    Reviewed in the United States on 6 February 2015
    Well...what can I say!!!

    I'm a sucker for a UFO, conspiracy,action packed thriller, deep throated spy, fact, fiction and lots of other well placed words tossed if for good measure.....this one has it all and I love it!

    This offering from Mr. Chapman is based on the history of UFOs and the many government agencies that sprang up to handle the growing concerns and proposed threat from the explosion of sightings that started in the mid 40s and really took off with the reported crash and recovery of a UFO near Roswell NM in 1947.

    Mr. Chapman ties together actually cases, events, places, times and weaves them together with just enough magic to make this a hard to believe its not all non-fiction....though no doubt some of it is truly non-fiction because you know it has to be.

    Believe we are alone in the vastness of this great universe or not....but I choose to believe that there is no way that we are alone and I also believe that there is a good chance that we have and may still be visited by some of those who share this space with us.

    No, I do not believe all that has been reported off these UFO events, encounters, abductions and such as actually happening...but I do have to question that 1 to 3 percent that can't be explained and wonder if...if it is a fact..we are not alone and they walk among us today.

    For those who have any knowledge of the UFO history...this read will be much like reading a history of these events with a lot of what could be inside information and for those not so familiar..it could be an opening to indulge yourself!!

    I know Mr. Chapman has much to offer in the future and I will most certainly follow his work...I think you should as well.
  • Stan Marshall
    3.0 out of 5 stars Pretty good
    Reviewed in the United States on 31 August 2021
    In the past I had read quite a lot about UFO's and space travelers. But this is a mentioned take on the subject and a well written one. Interesting in its reach a quite sweeping in its account.
  • embam
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic story
    Reviewed in the United States on 15 January 2023
    Could not put the book down. The story pulls you in an holds you captive. Already looking forward to reading the next book. Loved the story and the characters were so real that it will be a while before this book is a memory.

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