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Greco: A Novel Kindle Edition

by C. G. Cooper (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 766 ratings

In this unforgettable novel from USA Today bestselling author C. G. Cooper, a college football star struggles to pull himself free from his father’s tangled past.

It’s 1989, and college freshman Michael Greco is ready to leave his dreary small town—and the grief of his father’s death—behind. He has everything he needs for a great year: a starting spot on the football team, new friends, and a promising flirtation with a beautiful grad student.

But just as Greco settles in to campus life, his uncle shows up demanding that he take care of his father’s unfinished business with a powerful Chicago gangster. As Greco is drawn further into this cutthroat world, he struggles to shield his troubled younger brother and spiraling mother from the truth. Can he figure out who he is, and what sort of man he wants to be, before the past extinguishes any hope of a different future?

Unflinchingly honest, C. G. Cooper’s Greco is a complex exploration of identity, alienation, and the weight of atoning for inherited sins.

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  3. Publisher
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  4. Publication date
    December 10, 2024
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A star football player has the world at his feet. But his father's past could destroy his future.

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C. G. Cooper is the USA Today and Amazon bestselling author of more than twenty-five thrillers, including the Corps Justice series, several spin-offs, and stand-alone novels.

Drawing on his time as an infantry officer in the United States Marine Corps—after earning a degree in foreign affairs from the University of Virginia—Cooper sifted his experience through his vivid imagination in Corps Justice, the first novel in the beloved series. Book nine of the series, Chain of Command, earned Cooper the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation’s prestigious James Webb Award in 2020.

While bouncing around the country in search of the perfect vacation (which is anywhere with his family), Cooper has called Nashville home since his final Marine duty station. When not enjoying the laid-back lifestyle of Music City, he’s adding more novels to the list at www.cg-cooper.com.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0D36KX3HW
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Lake Union Publishing
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 10, 2024
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.5 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 217 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1662525698
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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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.

THE LOWDOWN

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 novel engaging, with one review noting its unusual college-age narrative and surprising ending. The book receives positive feedback for its readability, with one customer comparing it favorably to "The Boys on the Boat." Moreover, customers describe it as an emotional and touching read, with one review highlighting its portrayal of a working-class family. The writing quality is exceptional, and customers appreciate the character development, with one review particularly praising the Greco character.

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11 customers mention "Story quality"11 positive0 negative

Customers find the book's story engaging and emotional, with one customer noting its surprising ending.

"...Very engaging story that I did not want to put down until I finished it...." Read more

"...would say I want to see more books with this character; but, Greco's story is complete. Thank you Mr. Cooper for this wonderful story!" Read more

"Very inspiring story that tells the trials and tribulations of life and the lessons learned give you strength...." Read more

"Greco is a good short story and a quick read. This story hits home on many levels...." Read more

10 customers mention "Readability"10 positive0 negative

Customers find the book readable and well-written, with one customer comparing it favorably to The Boys on the Boat.

"...Good, believable characters that have their flaws as they are human. I highly recommend it." Read more

"I believe that Greco: A Novel by C. G. Cooper is his best book so far. It is a well written book reminiscent of John Grisham...." Read more

"...Great job, Carlos!" Read more

"This was a great book. I blindly pre-ordered the book, knowing it's part of C.G. Cooper's works...." Read more

6 customers mention "Heartwarming story"6 positive0 negative

Customers find this book heartwarming, describing it as an emotional gut-dreaming story that is very touching. One customer notes how it tells the trials and tribulations of life, while another describes it as a timeless novel of faith.

"...G C Cooper has written an exceptional, timeless novel of faith, friendship, family, showing how life can be filled with ups & downs...." Read more

"Very inspiring story that tells the trials and tribulations of life and the lessons learned give you strength...." Read more

"...Includes feelings and emotions that the reader can relate with. This book had all of that for me!" Read more

"I started thinking this may b boring. It turned out to an emotional gut dreaming book. U need to read this to feel again" Read more

5 customers mention "Character development"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book.

"...Good, believable characters that have their flaws as they are human. I highly recommend it." Read more

"...It is a well written book reminiscent of John Grisham. I loved the Greco character...." Read more

"...A clear theme, carefully proofread, various characters clearly connected to the central theme...." Read more

"I enjoyed the story and the characters. Good storyline and character development...." Read more

4 customers mention "Family life"4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's portrayal of family life, with one review highlighting its unique perspective on a working-class family and another noting its first-person account of growing up.

"...has written an exceptional, timeless novel of faith, friendship, family, showing how life can be filled with ups & downs...." Read more

"This is a unique book of a working class family - struggles they faced with a gambling father, alcoholic mother, and two sons...." Read more

"...It’s a first person account of life growing up, facing dire circumstances with a surprising ending. I will be recommending GRECO to my friends!!" Read more

"Good book about how life can be. Ups, downs, all part of life...." Read more

4 customers mention "Writing quality"4 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book.

"Another well written book by C. G. Cooper, as I have come to expect from him...." Read more

"...It is a well written book reminiscent of John Grisham. I loved the Greco character...." Read more

"...G C Cooper has written an exceptional, timeless novel of faith, friendship, family, showing how life can be filled with ups & downs...." Read more

"Anyone who enjoys a great well written story will enjoy this book. It is as good as The Boys on the Boat." Read more

Top reviews from the United States

  • Michael Orr
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2025
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    Another well written book by C. G. Cooper, as I have come to expect from him.

    Very engaging story that I did not want to put down until I finished it.

    Good, believable characters that have their flaws as they are human.

    I highly recommend it.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Wow!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2025
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    I believe that Greco: A Novel by C. G. Cooper is his best book so far. It is a well written book reminiscent of John Grisham. I loved the Greco character. Like other books written by C. G. Cooper, I want more books like this. Normally, I would say I want to see more books with this character; but, Greco's story is complete. Thank you Mr. Cooper for this wonderful story!
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  • Erin M
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good action, but predictable
    Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2024
    Greco by CG Cooper was a decent read! If you’re into action-packed stories with a tough, no-nonsense protagonist, this book delivers on that. Greco himself is such a badass, and the pacing of the story keeps you hooked. I liked how the story didn’t waste time and jumped straight into the story.
    That being said, in some parts, I felt like I’d read this story before. The plot twists weren’t super surprising, and some of the characters felt a little one-dimensional. I figured out wh was going to betray who pretty quickly.
    Overall, it’s a solid read if you’re into fast-paced action thrillers. It’s not groundbreaking, but it’s entertaining enough for a weekend binge. It was a good palette cleanser book. 3.5 stars! 🌟
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  • BigDrumDaddy
    5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME READ
    Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2025
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    Very touching, heartwarming & inspiring story. Not at all what I expected. Tho, it was more than I ever could’ve hoped for.
    G C Cooper has written an exceptional, timeless novel of faith, friendship, family, showing how life can be filled with ups & downs. Yet still work out in the end. You get out of it what you put into it. Even if you need help from those who love you on occasion.
    This is destined to be one of those books I’ll read each year. Just to be reminded of what life’s about. How to surmount life’s hurdles. And appreciate that which you have. All it takes is honor, honesty, faith, a belief in yourself, choosing to see the best in people. And never forget all you’ve been given to get where you are. No one travels alone. We all need help along the way. And our friends, family and associates are where we get that help.
    God bless you G C Cooper. Already a fan of yours because of your Corps Justice series, you’ve written a masterpiece surpassing anything I’ve read in ages. It brought me to tears. And this old grunt doesn’t ever do that.
    Semper Fi, my brother
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  • david martell
    5.0 out of 5 stars “Greco”by C.G. Cooper
    Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2025
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    Very inspiring story that tells the trials and tribulations of life and the lessons learned give you strength. This was so different from other stories by this author, but I’m so glad that I read it. Please give it a try.
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  • Andrea
    5.0 out of 5 stars Intriguing book
    Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2025
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    This is a unique book of a working class family - struggles they faced with a gambling father, alcoholic mother, and two sons. This novel is colorful about one son struggles to change his life's fate. The struggles he faces are raw, making you recall the first of college.
    Great job, Carlos!
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  • Connie Vail
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great feel good short story
    Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2024
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    Greco is a good short story and a quick read. This story hits home on many levels. Big brother (Greco) leaves for college to carve out his place in life but feels guilty for leaving his little brother behind. His family is not known as the pillars of the community. When his little brother gets in trouble Greco is forced to face his past head on. Greco gets in over his head and needs help. He is a just kid himself. He finds out that his team is more than just football players but has become the family he always wanted and more importantly didn't know that he needed.
    Treat yourself to a nice read during the holidays.
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  • Amazon Customer
    1.0 out of 5 stars Not for adults
    Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2025
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    It appears this book is intended for young adolescent readers. It is simply written without depth of character development or a realistic story line. I didn’t enjoy it but I think a junior high aged student might.

    I will not be reading anymore CG Cooper novels. It felt immature and poorly written to be honest. As a retired educator I can say I read better stories from high school students. It’s certainly not literature for a serious reader.
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  • Peter G.
    2.0 out of 5 stars 2 dimensional
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 29, 2025
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    This is like a school homework essay. Lacks any substance or imagination. I am disappointed in the reviews on which I based my purchase. Overall, if give this a miss.
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