Reciprocity: A Third JD Cordell Action Thriller

by D.C. Gilbert, Virtual Voice (Narrator)

Reciprocity is a high-voltage action thriller jam-packed with action, intrigue, and morally complex characters.

When a gang of human traffickers kidnap two young ladies who are leaving their troubled past in Vietnam to start new lives in America, their dreams suddenly become a nightmare.

JD Cordell, a retired US Navy SEAL, and relative of one of the young ladies, races to the Philippines to lead a rescue team through the dangerous streets of Manila's infamous Tondo district, searching for a former American Special Forces sniper lost in its dark and violent underbelly of cheap alcohol, fast women, and unsanctioned fights - and who just may be their only hope to locate and rescue the two girls.

Death lurks around every corner as the clock is ticking. Will JD and his team be able to rescue the girls in time, or will these two young ladies become the latest victims in a deadly game of kidnapping and vengeance?

Audible Audio

Published July 21, 2025

About the author

Darren Gilbert was born in Ilion, NY, but grew up in the Berkshire Mountains of Massachusetts. An avid reader, he particularly enjoys military history, epic sagas, spy novels, and historical fiction. In addition to serving in the U.S. Army from 1979 to 1983, Darren has over 33 years of martial arts training, including managing his martial arts school for 12 years. He has earned both undergraduate and graduates degrees from the University of Tennessee and Western Governors University, respectively. He is also a graduate of Executive Security International’s Executive Protection Program and is a Certified Protection Specialist. His newest novel, Montagnard, is available from Amazon.com. Darren relaxes in his spare time by playing catch with his German Shepherd, Sophie.

Reviews

[Kimmie Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reciprocity: A Third JD Cordell Action Thriller is an absolute adrenaline rush from start to finish. The pacing is razor-sharp, the twists keep you guessing, and JD Cordell proves once again why he’s such a compelling and dynamic lead. The author masterfully balances action with depth, delivering a thriller that’s both gripping and intelligent. A fantastic addition to the series couldn’t put it down!