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Matt Gamble #1
Good as Dead
Matt Gamble, codename ‘Reaper,’ is the CIA’s deadliest covert operative, the man the government dispatches when its darkest secrets need to be buried and its enemies erased.
Never before has Matt hesitated when executing an assassination. But when his strong moral code conflicts with his current mission, he becomes a problem that needs to go away.
Matt knows that compromising the operation has put his life in danger. Top-tier agency assassins have been dispatched to kill him, and they’ll stop at nothing to end Matt’s life. If he is to stay alive, the black ops specialist will have no choice but to rely on his instincts and go into hiding. If he doesn’t, he’s as good as dead.
Seeking refuge in the shadows of New York City’s Soundview district, Matt takes a job as a volunteer kitchen helper at the Guiding Light Mission. But when a local drug lord threatens to destroy his newfound community, Matt is thrust back into the shadowy world he tried to leave behind. The lives of the vulnerable need his help, and he refuses to turn his back on them.
As the streets become a battleground, Matt and his girlfriend, Kyla, face not only New York’s criminal underworld but the relentless pursuit of the CIA’s second-deadliest assassin. To survive, they must run for their lives.
A full-throttle, edge-of-your-seat thriller jam-packed with explosive action and unrelenting suspense, GOOD AS DEAD introduces readers to a hard-charging and uncompromising covert operative with a target on his back in an unpredictable and addictive series that will leave you binge reading late into the night.
If you enjoy gripping page-turners brimming with mystery, suspense, action, twists & turns, and characters you’ll remember long after the last page, dive into Gary Winston Brown’s high-stakes Matt Gamble thriller series now.
Perfect for fans of Lee Child’s Jack Reacher, David Baldacci’s Will Robe, and Robert Ludlum’s Jason Bourne.
Never before has Matt hesitated when executing an assassination. But when his strong moral code conflicts with his current mission, he becomes a problem that needs to go away.
Matt knows that compromising the operation has put his life in danger. Top-tier agency assassins have been dispatched to kill him, and they’ll stop at nothing to end Matt’s life. If he is to stay alive, the black ops specialist will have no choice but to rely on his instincts and go into hiding. If he doesn’t, he’s as good as dead.
Seeking refuge in the shadows of New York City’s Soundview district, Matt takes a job as a volunteer kitchen helper at the Guiding Light Mission. But when a local drug lord threatens to destroy his newfound community, Matt is thrust back into the shadowy world he tried to leave behind. The lives of the vulnerable need his help, and he refuses to turn his back on them.
As the streets become a battleground, Matt and his girlfriend, Kyla, face not only New York’s criminal underworld but the relentless pursuit of the CIA’s second-deadliest assassin. To survive, they must run for their lives.
A full-throttle, edge-of-your-seat thriller jam-packed with explosive action and unrelenting suspense, GOOD AS DEAD introduces readers to a hard-charging and uncompromising covert operative with a target on his back in an unpredictable and addictive series that will leave you binge reading late into the night.
If you enjoy gripping page-turners brimming with mystery, suspense, action, twists & turns, and characters you’ll remember long after the last page, dive into Gary Winston Brown’s high-stakes Matt Gamble thriller series now.
Perfect for fans of Lee Child’s Jack Reacher, David Baldacci’s Will Robe, and Robert Ludlum’s Jason Bourne.
302 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 15, 2024
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August 23, 2024
Awesome read!!
Great flow, switches were smooth, the writer researched the weaponry & gadgets extremely well! I'll be reading more of his work!
Great flow, switches were smooth, the writer researched the weaponry & gadgets extremely well! I'll be reading more of his work!
July 29, 2025
"Matt Gamble just hijacked my weekend… and I regret nothing!"
Good As Dead is the kind of thriller that grabs you by the collar from page one and doesn’t let go. Matt “Reaper” Gamble isn’t your typical CIA hitman, he’s a man wrestling with a moral compass that suddenly refuses to point where it used to. Watching him go from erasing enemies for the agency to defending the vulnerable in the gritty streets of Soundview had me cheering for him all the way.
The tension is relentless... rogue assassins on his trail, a criminal underworld closing in, and a community he refuses to abandon. I loved the mix of high-octane action and surprising heart; Matt’s evolution from ghost to guardian makes him unforgettable.
Gary Winston Brown writes with the kind of pacing that keeps your finger glued to the “next page” button. If you’re into thrillers that blend moral stakes, espionage, and unapologetic action, Good As Dead will keep you up way past bedtime.
I’m already itching for the next book in the Matt Gamble series.
Good As Dead is the kind of thriller that grabs you by the collar from page one and doesn’t let go. Matt “Reaper” Gamble isn’t your typical CIA hitman, he’s a man wrestling with a moral compass that suddenly refuses to point where it used to. Watching him go from erasing enemies for the agency to defending the vulnerable in the gritty streets of Soundview had me cheering for him all the way.
The tension is relentless... rogue assassins on his trail, a criminal underworld closing in, and a community he refuses to abandon. I loved the mix of high-octane action and surprising heart; Matt’s evolution from ghost to guardian makes him unforgettable.
Gary Winston Brown writes with the kind of pacing that keeps your finger glued to the “next page” button. If you’re into thrillers that blend moral stakes, espionage, and unapologetic action, Good As Dead will keep you up way past bedtime.
I’m already itching for the next book in the Matt Gamble series.
May 8, 2025
A new strong character
Gamble didn’t complete his kill assignment because of his belief that a son shouldn’t see his father’s assassination. His handler wouldn’t accept his not taking the shot and sends another assassin after him. The assassin sent to kill him, Kayla, was his lover in previous assignments, and wants to save him. They work together to clear a neighborhood of drug dealers. ENJOY!
Gamble didn’t complete his kill assignment because of his belief that a son shouldn’t see his father’s assassination. His handler wouldn’t accept his not taking the shot and sends another assassin after him. The assassin sent to kill him, Kayla, was his lover in previous assignments, and wants to save him. They work together to clear a neighborhood of drug dealers. ENJOY!
September 2, 2024
Great read
I couldn't put this book down. The writing was very easy to follow and the storyline kept you grounded to your sat page after page. Mr Brown is a great storyteller!
I couldn't put this book down. The writing was very easy to follow and the storyline kept you grounded to your sat page after page. Mr Brown is a great storyteller!
January 6, 2025
great book
Wish it continued on their journey into the Honduras. They still have a job to do to finish this story
Wish it continued on their journey into the Honduras. They still have a job to do to finish this story
February 2, 2025
Dead On
The only gamble with this book is the lead character, Matt Gamble. Everything else is locked in for a superior thrill ride.
The only gamble with this book is the lead character, Matt Gamble. Everything else is locked in for a superior thrill ride.
March 2, 2025
Really enjoyed the introduction
of Matt and Kyla. Looking forward
to many more adventures.
of Matt and Kyla. Looking forward
to many more adventures.
June 23, 2025
Great book
My first book by this author. I enjoyed it. I like strong characters and gamble is that. Also very likeable. Look forward to the next book
My first book by this author. I enjoyed it. I like strong characters and gamble is that. Also very likeable. Look forward to the next book
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