Encounter Group (The Destroyer)

Encounter Group: A Hilarious and Thrilling Destroyer Novel First Edition! Get ready for an out-of-this-world adventure with "Encounter Group (The Destroyer)" by Warren Murphy, a side-splitting and action-packed installment in the legendary Destroyer series. This first edition paperback, published by St. Martin's Press in 1984, plunges Remo Williams, the world's deadliest assassin, into a bizarre conspiracy involving aliens, nuclear weapons, and a renegade Chiun! Is it really an extraterrestrial visitation or an elaborate hoax? Thats what Harold W. Smith, the unflappable director of CURE, needs Remo to figure out, pronto. A charismatic "stranger from a strange land" has arrived on Earth and is gathering a motley crew of followers, intent on dismantling Americas nuclear arsenal. Smith, as always, relies on Remo and Chiun, his Korean martial arts master, to neutralize the threat before it escalates into global catastrophe. But this mission is anything but routine. Chiun, usually Remo's rock and source of ancient wisdom, shocks his pupil by believing the alien is fulfilling an age-old prophecy from Sinanju, the legendary art of assassination. Suddenly, Chiun abandons Remo to join the alien's burgeoning space colony! Now, Remo faces an unprecedented challenge. Not only must he unravel the truth behind the alien's motives and prevent a potential nuclear war, but he must also confront his beloved master, who now stands on the opposite side. Can Remo convince Chiun that he's being deceived, or will the fate of the world rest solely on Remo's shoulders as he tries to stop the "war of the worlds" single-handedly? Warren Murphy, the creative force behind the Destroyer series, masterfully blends suspense, satire, and martial arts action in "Encounter Group." Known for its sharp wit and unconventional plots, the Destroyer series is a beloved staple of pulp fiction, and this installment is no exception. "Encounter Group" showcases Murphy's talent for creating memorable characters and crafting absurd yet believable scenarios. This first edition paperback is a must-have for fans of the Destroyer series, collectors of vintage paperbacks, and anyone looking for a thrilling and humorous escape. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of action-adventure history! Secure your copy of "Encounter Group" today and prepare for an encounter of the unforgettable kind. Perfect for fans of espionage, intrigue, and classic thriller fiction.