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Council of Patriots (Corps Justice Book 2) Kindle Edition

by C. G. Cooper (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 5,144 ratings

What do ex-presidents do after they retire?
They find another way to serve their country...

With over 230 million pages read in Kindle Unlimited, 1 million copies sold, and thousands of five-star reviews, you won't want to miss out on the heart-stopping action in this USA Today & Amazon bestselling series.

When a group of retired politicians join forces to protect America, the Council of Patriots is born.

Former Marine Cal Stokes and his team at SSI head to Las Vegas to uncover an unknown enemy that threatens to infiltrate the Democratic National Convention. What is the endgame of this invisible foe, and more importantly, who is the American politician pulling the strings?

With assassins around every corner and a supposed ally manipulating both sides, Stokes must carefully lead his team and the Council to stop the rise of a new empire.

If you like Stephen Hunter's Bob Lee Swagger, WEB Griffin's Killer McCoy, Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan, Lee Child's Jack Reacher, Vince Flynn's Mitch Rapp, Ted Bell's Alex Hawke, and Robert Ludlum's Jason Bourne, you will love Cal Stokes.

If you enjoy page-turning thrillers loaded with twists, brotherhood above all else, a staunch moral code, and non-stop action, Cal Stokes and his unique brand of Corps Justice is for you!

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00A946MNQ
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ JBD Entertainment, LLC
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 19, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
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  • Book 2 of 24 ‏ : ‎ Corps Justice
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C. G. Cooper is the USA TODAY and AMAZON BESTSELLING author of the CORPS JUSTICE novels, several spinoffs and a growing number of stand-alone novels.

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WHY C. G. COOPER MATTERS

Fiction has the power to change lives.

Pay a visit to Cooper Country and you’ll understand why. With his unique voice and flair for creating characters you’d love to hang out with, C. G. Cooper imparts every one of his novels with messages that perfectly illuminate what Faulkner called, “the human heart in conflict with itself.” In them, characters confront hard truths about life, the necessity of war, the military industrial complex, and why and how good men and women die.

But there are messages within the messages.

There is the power of the individual to triumph over evil against overwhelming odds; the struggle of good people against their inner demons; there is brotherhood, family, the discovery of allies in unexpected places, struggles with faith; there is community; there is authenticity; Cooper’s heart is on every page, beating hard and fast through action and moments of tenderness alike.

Expect high-octane action, slow-burn thrills, and gut-wrenching drama. Expect the ultimate conflict of the human heart.

This is Cooper Country. Lives will change.

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Drawing on his days as an infantry officer in the United States Marine Corps—a stint that came on the heels of a degree in foreign affairs from UVA—Cooper sifted his experience through his vivid imagination and created Corps Justice, the first novel in the beloved Corps Justice series. Thus, a band of characters was born that would go on to enthrall readers throughout 17 novels and counting. With more than 2 million book downloads and multiple appearances in the Amazon Top 100, C. G. Cooper remains one of the most successful USA TODAY and Amazon best-selling authors.

In 2020, he won the prestigious James Webb Award presented by the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation for his novel Chain of Command.

In addition to bouncing around the country in search of the perfect vacation (turns out, it is anywhere with his family), Cooper has called Nashville home ever since his final Marine duty station. When not enjoying the laid-back lifestyle of Music City, he’s doing his best to add more novels to the growing list at cg-cooper.com.

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Customers find this book to be a rocket blaster with an enthralling plot and fast-paced narrative. The characters are well-developed, with one customer noting the authentic portrayal of the military, while the pacing is exciting and customers consider it better than the first book in the series. They appreciate the patriotic themes, with one review highlighting the refreshing depiction of American patriotism, and find it easy to read and follow. The concept receives positive feedback, with one customer praising the thorough description of the Council's development.

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280 customers mention "Readability"273 positive7 negative

Customers find the book highly readable, describing it as a rocket blaster and page turner, with one customer noting it's suitable for readers of all political views.

"...This one also has an ending I never expected. One good read. I'm waiting for the next one. Five Stars." Read more

"...Read along and join the adventure. I think you will really enjoy this book, I know I did!!" Read more

"...The story, while fantasy, had a good plot that was well founded. The editing was well done. . The story flowed...." Read more

"...A thrilling read to learn if SSI can successfully intervene to disrupt the plans of these two individuals...." Read more

269 customers mention "Story quality"252 positive17 negative

Customers enjoy the book's fast-paced narrative and suspenseful plot, with one customer noting how the author weaves intriguing twists and turns throughout the story.

"...This is a political novel...." Read more

"...There are many twists and turns as the story unfolds. Read along and join the adventure. I think you will really enjoy this book, I know I did!!" Read more

"...This story is fast-paced, adrenaline-fueled and full of in-your-face action...." Read more

"...The editing was well done. . The story flowed. Having read the first in this series, I was happy to buy the second...." Read more

95 customers mention "Character development"95 positive0 negative

Customers love the characters in the book, particularly the heroes, with one customer noting the authenticity of the military portrayal.

"...Timely reading, right? Mr. Cooper’s characters are likeable, believable, and tough as nails...." Read more

"...Great story with rich characters. I recommend this book and series. The first three are free! Thank you, C.G. COOPER!" Read more

"...The characters were great. SSI is sure testing Cal and pushing his limits as to how he addresses and deals with scenarios...." Read more

"...a read that is fast paced, has technical aspects and the basic good guy verses bad guys...." Read more

94 customers mention "Pacing"87 positive7 negative

Customers appreciate the pacing of the book, describing it as fast-moving and timely.

"...Timely reading, right? Mr. Cooper’s characters are likeable, believable, and tough as nails...." Read more

"This was a very interesting political story that made for quick and enjoyable reading. I highly recommend this story to others. Enjoy!" Read more

"Very intense and dramatic plan of revenge and destruction against the United States and major politicians...." Read more

"...In no way was it confusing because there are timelines throughout the book so you know exactly where you are...." Read more

74 customers mention "Enjoyment"74 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy this series, finding it better than the first book and a great follow-up to the previous installment.

"Another good one from Cooper. This one starts with Cal Stokes jogging...." Read more

"...really entertained and I'm back to thinking Corps Justice will be a great series. Kudos to Cooper for a fun read!" Read more

"...a little loose on plot development but the characters are good and getting better in this second novel in the series...." Read more

"This is a good series with plenty of plot twists to keep you engaged. Amazon wants more words before posting" Read more

32 customers mention "Patriotism"32 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the patriotic themes in the book, noting it is written in the true spirit of doing the right thing, with one customer highlighting its excellent portrayal of how Marines think and act.

"...You get to see into the hearts and minds of some very patriotic Americans, as well as enemies who will stop at nothing to get what they want...." Read more

"...group are the best in their fields of expertise and are all moral, patriotic men who work all over the world in the security business...." Read more

"Mr. Cooper is a wonderful story teller. I love the action and the marines! A real page turner for sure...." Read more

"After Back to War I was bullish on the series but Council of Patriots was much better. It had a faster pace, better story Line and better villains...." Read more

29 customers mention "Ease of reading"22 positive7 negative

Customers find the book easy to read and follow, with a clear plot that's hard to put down.

"...The character development was well done, and the book was hard to put down...." Read more

"Fast paced but very easy to follow. The storyline ran seamlessly. A good read, new characters nicely spread out. 5 thumbs up" Read more

"This was an easy read and fun story. Good story line with just enough action to keep me engaged without over thinking things. Enjoyable." Read more

"Won't be reading another of C G Cooper books. Cooper's writing and research are equally poor. His plotlines are implausible...." Read more

18 customers mention "Concept"15 positive3 negative

Customers appreciate the concept of the book, with one review highlighting its thorough description of the Council's development and another noting its technical aspects.

"...Govt officials, bombs, murder, attempted murder, kidnapping, an ingenious plan, friends, comrades, traitors and Cal Stokes and SSI in the middle of..." Read more

"...recommend this to anyone who wants a read that is fast paced, has technical aspects and the basic good guy verses bad guys...." Read more

"...He is well researched, innovative, understands the role technology plays in today's modern surveillance and intelligence world, and puts it all..." Read more

"Wonderful Reading and the concept makes a lot of sense. I really wish we could take back our wonderful country...." Read more

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  • claudette valliere
    5.0 out of 5 stars Cal and his boys kick ass
    Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2014
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    Another good one from Cooper.

    This one starts with Cal Stokes jogging. He jogs right on over to a guy he's met everytime he's jogged this route. Monsoor is his name. Cal has stopped an spoken to him many times.

    Monsoor thinks the good looking America is his friend. Monsoor doesn't know that Cal knows he's a jihadist and Cal's only marking time with Mansoor to learn what he can. Monsoor thinks Cal is gay. Not hardly but then Cal will go to any lengths to remove this peice of crap from the landscape. Which he does.

    After killing Monsoor, his bodyguard and good friend Daniel Briggs joins him.

    Cal is still amused about those thinking he needs a body guard. He's more than capable of taking care of himself. A fact he's proved more than once.

    Briggs is a good friend though and he and Cal head to a meeting with the POTUS. A meeting the president has been trying to set up for months. A meeting that Cal wasn't in the mood to attend. Cal has no love for any politician but he finally agrees to the meeting.

    At the meeting Cal is advised that the POTUS wants to clean up Washington. He wants to honor his campaign promise. He also knows someone is trying to sabatage what he's trying to do. He'd like Cal's help to make good on his promise and figure out who the sabateur is.

    Cal has no use for politicians. Men who, if they were employed in the private sector, would be fired for the bs they pull and the money they waste. Nope. These guys wouldn't last ten seconds in any major company and Cal has utter disrespect for the lot of them. His marine buddies and SSI employees are twice the men these idiots are and way more trustworthy

    Cal also has no use for some of the Americans of today. Americans that have no problem being supported by tax dollars. Americans who are all about me, me and me.

    While there Cal's old friend Brandon Zimmer, a newly elected Democrate from MA arrives. Cal and he catch up and they then get the news that the Vice President has been killed and the FL has been wounded in an explosion.

    So begins one pretty damned good read.

    This one has crooked Govt officials, bombs, murder, attempted murder, kidnapping, an ingenious plan, friends, comrades, traitors and Cal Stokes and SSI in the middle of it all.

    This one also has an ending I never expected. One good read.

    I'm waiting for the next one. Five Stars.
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  • Vickie Woodard
    4.0 out of 5 stars ON HIS WAY TO BECOMING TOM CLANCY
    Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2013
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    Did I spell Clancy right?
    Well, it took Tom awhile to become the great author he is today, and I believe this author will need to work and develop before he can attain Tom Clancy's stature, the respect and notoriety we all have for the man.
    This is a political novel. l won't say thriller because I was never on the edge of my seat, but there was backstabbing; there were turnovers; plans were made that took generations to accomplish and yet there was no hurry.
    The plans actually began shortly after VJ day, Victory in Japan. WWII didn't end all at once, you know. First there was Victory in Europe, then Victory in Japan. Since Japan hadn't signed the Geneva Convention and treated prisoners of war worse than ¿*¢* many more prisoners of war lost their lives due to torture, strange diseases and lack of food.
    Truthfully, most Japanese soldiers ate only a little better than their prisoners did.
    This book talks about a group of Japanese officers who would have been tried for their war crimes, for getting their jollies by playing Marquis de Sade with prisoners. They changed their names and got away with it for many, many years.
    After the war these men continued to meet together because they had only one thing on their minds: REVENGE.
    When they grew too old to accomplish this themself they passed their goal to their sons. As these sons grew older....aw, you get the idea.
    One of these sons, Ishi, has gone to Harvard with a U.S. Senator's son, Brad. Ishi's family is very wealthy, having made their money in electronics and gaming. Ishi invites Brad to spend some time at his family's hotel in Las Vegas, all for free. After all they're buddies.
    Brad wakes up the next morning covered in blood with a dismembered blond next to him. She WAS just his type. Brad doesn't remember a thing. Ishi tells Brad not to worry, he'll take care of everything.
    Little does Brad know that this is just one time out of many that an influential person has been caught in a compromising position while several Asians walk around snapping photo after photo to document it.
    Nor does Brad know his father is involved in a group of veterans, mostly
    ex-Marines, who have worked together to prevent Americans from being harmed.
    Sure the armed forces fight America's wars, but who defends a single American when only a handful of people from another country gangs up on him.
    Little does this Council of Patriots know that more than one person is being picked on and more than a handful are creating the harm. By the end of the book...why should I spoil it.
    This book moves slowly at first. There's a twist at the ending...dang, the last three books I've read have had a twist at the end. This one hit so hard I thought I was going to get whiplash.
    It will be interesting to see the council ride again.
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  • Donna
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read.
    Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2025
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    I had read these books a few years ago, but didn't remember the author. Found them again the other day and haven't put them down yet.
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  • Richard Elliott
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wow, What a great story!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2021
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    A number of former and current high-ranking politicians have formed a Council of Patriots to help ensure America’s safety and protect this country they love.
    The Council decides to work with Cal Stokes and Stokes Security International [SSI]. SSI forms a covert branch of the company that interfaces with the President and the Council.
    SSI gets involved with a Japanese multi billionaire who plans to put his puppet into the office of President so he can return Japan to its glory days.
    Join Cal and the team as they go to the Democratic Convention in Las Vegas to try and find and fix the corruption.
    There are many twists and turns as the story unfolds. Read along and join the adventure. I think you will really enjoy this book, I know I did!!
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  • George A. Beam Jr.
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good reading
    Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2024
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    Will keep you interested
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  • Gabi Rosetti
    5.0 out of 5 stars "First and foremost, we are all American patriots."
    Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2018
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    A group of former important, high-ranking politicians have formed the Council of Patriots to protect America... Cal Stokes and members of SSI go to Las Vegas on a mission...

    This story is fast-paced, adrenaline-fueled and full of in-your-face action. You get to see into the hearts and minds of some very patriotic Americans, as well as enemies who will stop at nothing to get what they want. There is evil in politics and especially in politicians who want to rule the world. Then there are good men and women who continue to protect America long after their military obligations have been fulfilled. This book has all of that and more!

    The second book in the Corps Justice Series is even better than the first and I have high hopes for the rest. I look forward to reading them all — as well as the Daniel Briggs books.
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  • Mr. P. Turnbull
    5.0 out of 5 stars A very good sequel.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 10, 2013
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    Council of Patriots (Book 2 of the Corps Justice Series) I suppose it is fair to say that I didn't enjoy this as much as Book 1 in the series but I think that MAY be down to the fact that Book 1 was VERY good. The writing style flows nicely, the new characters fit into the story nicely and are believable, even the technology is believable.
    Despite saying I didn't enjoy it as much as Book 1 I do want to see then next in the series as soon as possible.
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  • Douglas Vienneau
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on April 27, 2018
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    Good book
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  • don
    5.0 out of 5 stars Couldn’t put it down
    Reviewed in Australia on January 18, 2018
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    The pace of this book was such that I read it in one sitting.
    Some clever twists and turns.
    A great action read.
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  • Murray
    4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on December 5, 2017
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    Exciting gripping loved it
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  • ronnie k
    4.0 out of 5 stars Council of patriots
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 30, 2017
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    Good book to read plenty of action good plot with a few twists I am looking forward to reading the next book in series
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