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The King Cartel: Love & War
When the head of the notorious King Cartel is gunned down, he leaves behind a rich drug empire that's in utter turmoil.
DAMAR KING, the heir to the throne, is a young, brash leader who is intent on solving the riddle of his brother's murder and taking the organization to new heights. And whoever opposes him will be eliminated with no regard as he searches for the enemy from within his own crew.
When the hidden opposition becomes strong, Damar becomes stronger, and the gunplay becomes fierce. However, the treachery that surrounds him is just as lethal as Damar's gun.
To avoid the snakes that slither in his garden, Damar learns he must use brain over brawn as loyalties are forged and broken to remain on top.
Will Damar learn that lesson in time? Or will his enemies bring him down to his knees?
Will the burgeoning love that sprouts amiss all of the bloodshed become Damar's strength or his ultimate weakness?
The only thing that's certain is that nothing is sacred in Love and War, and that Damar will go to any means to protect THE KING CARTEL.
DAMAR KING, the heir to the throne, is a young, brash leader who is intent on solving the riddle of his brother's murder and taking the organization to new heights. And whoever opposes him will be eliminated with no regard as he searches for the enemy from within his own crew.
When the hidden opposition becomes strong, Damar becomes stronger, and the gunplay becomes fierce. However, the treachery that surrounds him is just as lethal as Damar's gun.
To avoid the snakes that slither in his garden, Damar learns he must use brain over brawn as loyalties are forged and broken to remain on top.
Will Damar learn that lesson in time? Or will his enemies bring him down to his knees?
Will the burgeoning love that sprouts amiss all of the bloodshed become Damar's strength or his ultimate weakness?
The only thing that's certain is that nothing is sacred in Love and War, and that Damar will go to any means to protect THE KING CARTEL.
250 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 14, 2014
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August 19, 2015
What an amazing book full of action & suspence I couldn't put it down this is one author I will be reading more books from some parts I laughed & some I hated especially what happened to Mario King this is a true page turner
March 17, 2015
Just okay
This story was just okay to me. Nothing in the story kept me on the edge of my seat wanting more. I won't be continuing with the story
This story was just okay to me. Nothing in the story kept me on the edge of my seat wanting more. I won't be continuing with the story
June 5, 2017
Can't wait to read part 2
Great read from beginning to end. Damar is smart, but are the Feds smarter? Who can he trust? I hope all comes out okay for Damar. Can't wait to read part 2
Great read from beginning to end. Damar is smart, but are the Feds smarter? Who can he trust? I hope all comes out okay for Damar. Can't wait to read part 2
May 4, 2017
I truly ENJOYED this STORY. On to Book II.
BV11
BV11
March 20, 2019
Good 👍
Love it to the end the loyalty and trust in the two guys remaining but freeze was a snake and dishonest
Love it to the end the loyalty and trust in the two guys remaining but freeze was a snake and dishonest
December 25, 2014
The King’s Cartel by Frank Gresham
Mario King is serving a bid when things go awry between he and some other inmates. Cal steps up to help him straighten out the problem. But Mario is wise and knows that people don’t just do favors for each other at that level without expecting something in return. Back on the streets, Mario is a huge kingpin who holds high rank and esteem and Cal uses this opportunity to come into business with him. Looking at the future, Cal sees himself as being next in line when it becomes time for the Cartel to change hands. But you know what they say about making assumptions.
Damar is Mario’s younger brother and when he comes on the scene Cal is pushed further down the hierarchy than he wants….and he’s none too happy about it. After a hit is put out on Mario and his wife inherits everything, less a portion for Cal, things really get crazy. Damar steps in to run things on his brother’s behalf and handle all the affairs so Vida, Mario’s wife, could focus on raising their son.
Damar is set on revenge for anyone who had anything to do with Mario’s death. He goes to the only people he trusts, a band of rag tag folks from his past that he’s done illegal dealings with as they grew into adulthood. Now Damar has to learn quickly how to fill his brother’s shoes and maintain the empire that has been laid in his lap.
Although Frank Gresham writes well, the story seems unrealistic and in the first half of the book, the story goes too fast. There are things that should be expected to be place for someone who has reached kingpin status. Despite what business they are operating, they are still businessmen at the core of their beings and would make decisions based on that fact. Someone doesn’t reach kingpin status doing the things that are expressed in the story. Example: Why is there no surveillance system at the club where the hit takes place? Why is there no security or surveillance systems at either Mario or Damar’s homes? Where is the cleanup crew to get rid of the evidence after the murders have taken place? Why are these people using their own highly visible trucks to take on the scene knowing that they are there to do dirty work? And if they were going to use their own vehicles, why weren’t the cars torched? Damar uses small time street hustlers to run a multi-million dollar enterprise, knowing they are not skilled or prepared for that level. On a positive note, there were some beautiful nuggets laced throughout the story, like the love Damar has for the woman in his life and the devotion he has to his wayward sister. The story lacked depth and the details needed to make it seem real. Again, the author’s writing is fine, but the story itself needs more development.
3 stars
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Reviewed by Tumika
Mario King is serving a bid when things go awry between he and some other inmates. Cal steps up to help him straighten out the problem. But Mario is wise and knows that people don’t just do favors for each other at that level without expecting something in return. Back on the streets, Mario is a huge kingpin who holds high rank and esteem and Cal uses this opportunity to come into business with him. Looking at the future, Cal sees himself as being next in line when it becomes time for the Cartel to change hands. But you know what they say about making assumptions.
Damar is Mario’s younger brother and when he comes on the scene Cal is pushed further down the hierarchy than he wants….and he’s none too happy about it. After a hit is put out on Mario and his wife inherits everything, less a portion for Cal, things really get crazy. Damar steps in to run things on his brother’s behalf and handle all the affairs so Vida, Mario’s wife, could focus on raising their son.
Damar is set on revenge for anyone who had anything to do with Mario’s death. He goes to the only people he trusts, a band of rag tag folks from his past that he’s done illegal dealings with as they grew into adulthood. Now Damar has to learn quickly how to fill his brother’s shoes and maintain the empire that has been laid in his lap.
Although Frank Gresham writes well, the story seems unrealistic and in the first half of the book, the story goes too fast. There are things that should be expected to be place for someone who has reached kingpin status. Despite what business they are operating, they are still businessmen at the core of their beings and would make decisions based on that fact. Someone doesn’t reach kingpin status doing the things that are expressed in the story. Example: Why is there no surveillance system at the club where the hit takes place? Why is there no security or surveillance systems at either Mario or Damar’s homes? Where is the cleanup crew to get rid of the evidence after the murders have taken place? Why are these people using their own highly visible trucks to take on the scene knowing that they are there to do dirty work? And if they were going to use their own vehicles, why weren’t the cars torched? Damar uses small time street hustlers to run a multi-million dollar enterprise, knowing they are not skilled or prepared for that level. On a positive note, there were some beautiful nuggets laced throughout the story, like the love Damar has for the woman in his life and the devotion he has to his wayward sister. The story lacked depth and the details needed to make it seem real. Again, the author’s writing is fine, but the story itself needs more development.
3 stars
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Reviewed by Tumika
December 25, 2014
The King’s Cartel by Frank Gresham
Mario King is serving a bid when things go awry between he and some other inmates. Cal steps up to help him straighten out the problem. But Mario is wise and knows that people don’t just do favors for each other at that level without expecting something in return. Back on the streets, Mario is a huge kingpin who holds high rank and esteem and Cal uses this opportunity to come into business with him. Looking at the future, Cal sees himself as being next in line when it becomes time for the Cartel to change hands. But you know what they say about making assumptions.
Damar is Mario’s younger brother and when he comes on the scene Cal is pushed further down the hierarchy than he wants….and he’s none too happy about it. After a hit is put out on Mario and his wife inherits everything, less a portion for Cal, things really get crazy. Damar steps in to run things on his brother’s behalf and handle all the affairs so Vida, Mario’s wife, could focus on raising their son.
Damar is set on revenge for anyone who had anything to do with Mario’s death. He goes to the only people he trusts, a band of rag tag folks from his past that he’s done illegal dealings with as they grew into adulthood. Now Damar has to learn quickly how to fill his brother’s shoes and maintain the empire that has been laid in his lap.
Although Frank Gresham writes well, the story seems unrealistic and in the first half of the book, the story goes too fast. There are things that should be expected to be place for someone who has reached kingpin status. Despite what business they are operating, they are still businessmen at the core of their beings and would make decisions based on that fact. Someone doesn’t reach kingpin status doing the things that are expressed in the story. Example: Why is there no surveillance system at the club where the hit takes place? Why is there no security or surveillance systems at either Mario or Damar’s homes? Where is the cleanup crew to get rid of the evidence after the murders have taken place? Why are these people using their own highly visible trucks to take on the scene knowing that they are there to do dirty work? And if they were going to use their own vehicles, why weren’t the cars torched? Damar uses small time street hustlers to run a multi-million dollar enterprise, knowing they are not skilled or prepared for that level. On a positive note, there were some beautiful nuggets laced throughout the story, like the love Damar has for the woman in his life and the devotion he has to his wayward sister. The story lacked depth and the details needed to make it seem real. Again, the author’s writing is fine, but the story itself needs more development.
3 stars
Mario King is serving a bid when things go awry between he and some other inmates. Cal steps up to help him straighten out the problem. But Mario is wise and knows that people don’t just do favors for each other at that level without expecting something in return. Back on the streets, Mario is a huge kingpin who holds high rank and esteem and Cal uses this opportunity to come into business with him. Looking at the future, Cal sees himself as being next in line when it becomes time for the Cartel to change hands. But you know what they say about making assumptions.
Damar is Mario’s younger brother and when he comes on the scene Cal is pushed further down the hierarchy than he wants….and he’s none too happy about it. After a hit is put out on Mario and his wife inherits everything, less a portion for Cal, things really get crazy. Damar steps in to run things on his brother’s behalf and handle all the affairs so Vida, Mario’s wife, could focus on raising their son.
Damar is set on revenge for anyone who had anything to do with Mario’s death. He goes to the only people he trusts, a band of rag tag folks from his past that he’s done illegal dealings with as they grew into adulthood. Now Damar has to learn quickly how to fill his brother’s shoes and maintain the empire that has been laid in his lap.
Although Frank Gresham writes well, the story seems unrealistic and in the first half of the book, the story goes too fast. There are things that should be expected to be place for someone who has reached kingpin status. Despite what business they are operating, they are still businessmen at the core of their beings and would make decisions based on that fact. Someone doesn’t reach kingpin status doing the things that are expressed in the story. Example: Why is there no surveillance system at the club where the hit takes place? Why is there no security or surveillance systems at either Mario or Damar’s homes? Where is the cleanup crew to get rid of the evidence after the murders have taken place? Why are these people using their own highly visible trucks to take on the scene knowing that they are there to do dirty work? And if they were going to use their own vehicles, why weren’t the cars torched? Damar uses small time street hustlers to run a multi-million dollar enterprise, knowing they are not skilled or prepared for that level. On a positive note, there were some beautiful nuggets laced throughout the story, like the love Damar has for the woman in his life and the devotion he has to his wayward sister. The story lacked depth and the details needed to make it seem real. Again, the author’s writing is fine, but the story itself needs more development.
3 stars
September 26, 2016
Kaboooooooom
Damar smart handsome and rich....I'm feeling this STORYLINE ...fast-paced and action packed this book got my mind spinning ...page after page turning drama....Improving the Cartel and upgrading his looks I've got to get to part 2 OUT FREAKING STANDING
Damar smart handsome and rich....I'm feeling this STORYLINE ...fast-paced and action packed this book got my mind spinning ...page after page turning drama....Improving the Cartel and upgrading his looks I've got to get to part 2 OUT FREAKING STANDING
December 14, 2015
Straight Heat!
Okay this story gets right in the thick of things and refuses to put the breaks on.This is drama and suspense done just right and enough to hold your interest.The characters read like someone you could know or about someone you heard about.This has all you could possibly ask for in a gangster romance.So I would suggest you hold tight to your seats because it's definitely a bumpy ride!
Okay this story gets right in the thick of things and refuses to put the breaks on.This is drama and suspense done just right and enough to hold your interest.The characters read like someone you could know or about someone you heard about.This has all you could possibly ask for in a gangster romance.So I would suggest you hold tight to your seats because it's definitely a bumpy ride!
November 1, 2014
Awesome
This book was really good and kept me thoroughly engaged. I really loved the relationship between Damar and Jamerica. She was funny, smart and most importantly loyal. I can't wait till part 2 and I hope the "King" can continue his reign.
This book was really good and kept me thoroughly engaged. I really loved the relationship between Damar and Jamerica. She was funny, smart and most importantly loyal. I can't wait till part 2 and I hope the "King" can continue his reign.
August 8, 2015
Awesome read Frank Gresham
This was a very good read that took me a day to read and I like your work Mr. Gresham keep writing good books. Damar is a smart and intelligent man. That F.B.I. man I be glad when he get his. Now off to read book 2.
This was a very good read that took me a day to read and I like your work Mr. Gresham keep writing good books. Damar is a smart and intelligent man. That F.B.I. man I be glad when he get his. Now off to read book 2.
August 19, 2015
GREAT Reading
Frank Gresham, wrote the Hell out of this book. Hold your interest from beginning to end the sex scene was done tastefully. Damon King is the real.definition of A BOSS. I truly enjoyed this book and will be purchasing more books by him
Frank Gresham, wrote the Hell out of this book. Hold your interest from beginning to end the sex scene was done tastefully. Damon King is the real.definition of A BOSS. I truly enjoyed this book and will be purchasing more books by him
August 29, 2015
Wow!
This book was full of action and suspense. It is a page-turner, for sure. You will not be able to put it down. I think I read it in about 4 1/2 hours...maybe / less. So many twists and turns. I loved it!
This book was full of action and suspense. It is a page-turner, for sure. You will not be able to put it down. I think I read it in about 4 1/2 hours...maybe / less. So many twists and turns. I loved it!
January 27, 2016
Beginning to End Good
This is one of those books that's you will want to chill with for one evening Delmar and American have good chemistry. The King Cartel is up and then down. These guys know how to wait for their come up. Just banging good!
No Sweat
This is one of those books that's you will want to chill with for one evening Delmar and American have good chemistry. The King Cartel is up and then down. These guys know how to wait for their come up. Just banging good!
No Sweat
October 22, 2014
Not a good read
THIS BOOK HAD A GOOD LINE IT WAS JUST ALL OVER THE PLACE IT WENT BACK AND FORTH NO DRAMA NO SUSPENSE
THIS BOOK HAD A GOOD LINE IT WAS JUST ALL OVER THE PLACE IT WENT BACK AND FORTH NO DRAMA NO SUSPENSE
November 11, 2014
Good read...I can't wait until book 2 comes out...Peace
I really enjoyed this book, y so short?? I can't wait til book 2 comes out....why are kindle books so short..
I really enjoyed this book, y so short?? I can't wait til book 2 comes out....why are kindle books so short..
December 23, 2014
excellent
This book was really good. I didn't want this book to end that's why it took me a more then a day to read it
This book was really good. I didn't want this book to end that's why it took me a more then a day to read it
January 27, 2015
Demar is the king
Read this book in two days. A great read, fast paced and full of grit. I just find Jamerica too good to be true. Cant wait for Pt. 2
Read this book in two days. A great read, fast paced and full of grit. I just find Jamerica too good to be true. Cant wait for Pt. 2
June 23, 2015
Great
I was into this book from the beginning to the end. Damar was truly a hustlers. It reminded me of face off when they had surgery on their face. Great read
I was into this book from the beginning to the end. Damar was truly a hustlers. It reminded me of face off when they had surgery on their face. Great read
September 10, 2015
AWESOME
This book was really good it started off with action and ended with sorrow I give it 5 stars cause that's exactly what it deserves
This book was really good it started off with action and ended with sorrow I give it 5 stars cause that's exactly what it deserves
October 13, 2015
Good book
I like to read a good book such details on every one in the book thank you for writing this book
I like to read a good book such details on every one in the book thank you for writing this book
January 27, 2016
Pretty good
I can really predict this book, that's what I like. We shall see what the other book read like. Suspense!!!!
I can really predict this book, that's what I like. We shall see what the other book read like. Suspense!!!!
May 3, 2016
Great book
You got get these series they keep the page turning it's been a while since I read but it's a good book
You got get these series they keep the page turning it's been a while since I read but it's a good book
March 30, 2017
Greatness
This book would not let me put it down at six. Everything flowed in the story. Each character held his own.
This book would not let me put it down at six. Everything flowed in the story. Each character held his own.
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