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Black and Gold #1-3
Black and Gold Box Set
A ruthless youth gang terrorises a local estate. The gang are brutal and unchallenged. They rule through absolute fear. But tonight they take a step too far... Tonight a stranger is watching. A man who has had enough.
But the gang is not alone... and though he does not know it, neither is the he...
Meet Simon, the Man in the Mask, the dark star of thrilling new short read series... BLACK & GOLD. This boxed set edition comprises the first three ripping yarns of the Black and Gold vigilante justice adventures...
BLACK AND GOLD 1
In a ghetto occupied by a ruthlessly violent youth gang, one man is ready to stand up for the silent majority, ready to do whatever it takes to claim back the night. One man... One mask... with enough righteous anger to bring the world crashing down upon their heads.
RELENTLESS, BLACK AND GOLD 2
The looming tower blocks of the Kingsmere Estate are home to every kind of menace. It's a place many fear to tread. Early one morning a man on a mission comes knocking. And he isn't going away until he gets what he wants.
Dark forces stand in his way. Organized crime and deadly criminals are intent on his demise. And must get out of the area quickly before daylight or risk capture by the police.
But when Simon sees another incident unfolding he can’t help but get involved. But Simon soon wonders whether if it’s a case of one job too many...
IN THE CROSSFIRE, BLACK & GOLD 3
As rumours circulate of a dangerous protection racket blackmailing the small businesses of the town, the ever impetuous Jess takes bold risks to play amateur sleuth and starts combat training in a bid to become Simon’s equal.
There is a ruthlessly violent new team in town. Is Jess playing with fire at the worst possible time?
Life for the vigilante is getting complicated and more dangerous by the day. From hunter to hunted, from cold blooded animal to discovering unwelcome emotions is the Man in the Mask losing his way when he needs to be at his clinical best?
And when the streets are filled with blood and broken glass, the vigilante and his persistent companion may face their greatest tests yet.
In the heat of battle anything can happen...
BLACK & GOLD - an epic Vigilante Justice Action and Crime Thriller Adventure. It’s fast paced and action packed to the very end!
The Black and Gold series is categorised as:
vigilante justice
vigilante justice series
vigilante justice action thriller
vigilante justice thriller
vigilance
organized crime action thriller
crime fighter
Thrillers and mysteries new
Essex thriller series
Essex fiction
But the gang is not alone... and though he does not know it, neither is the he...
Meet Simon, the Man in the Mask, the dark star of thrilling new short read series... BLACK & GOLD. This boxed set edition comprises the first three ripping yarns of the Black and Gold vigilante justice adventures...
BLACK AND GOLD 1
In a ghetto occupied by a ruthlessly violent youth gang, one man is ready to stand up for the silent majority, ready to do whatever it takes to claim back the night. One man... One mask... with enough righteous anger to bring the world crashing down upon their heads.
RELENTLESS, BLACK AND GOLD 2
The looming tower blocks of the Kingsmere Estate are home to every kind of menace. It's a place many fear to tread. Early one morning a man on a mission comes knocking. And he isn't going away until he gets what he wants.
Dark forces stand in his way. Organized crime and deadly criminals are intent on his demise. And must get out of the area quickly before daylight or risk capture by the police.
But when Simon sees another incident unfolding he can’t help but get involved. But Simon soon wonders whether if it’s a case of one job too many...
IN THE CROSSFIRE, BLACK & GOLD 3
As rumours circulate of a dangerous protection racket blackmailing the small businesses of the town, the ever impetuous Jess takes bold risks to play amateur sleuth and starts combat training in a bid to become Simon’s equal.
There is a ruthlessly violent new team in town. Is Jess playing with fire at the worst possible time?
Life for the vigilante is getting complicated and more dangerous by the day. From hunter to hunted, from cold blooded animal to discovering unwelcome emotions is the Man in the Mask losing his way when he needs to be at his clinical best?
And when the streets are filled with blood and broken glass, the vigilante and his persistent companion may face their greatest tests yet.
In the heat of battle anything can happen...
BLACK & GOLD - an epic Vigilante Justice Action and Crime Thriller Adventure. It’s fast paced and action packed to the very end!
The Black and Gold series is categorised as:
vigilante justice
vigilante justice series
vigilante justice action thriller
vigilante justice thriller
vigilance
organized crime action thriller
crime fighter
Thrillers and mysteries new
Essex thriller series
Essex fiction
180 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 14, 2015
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About the author
Solomon Carter
188 books99 followersHello folks,
My name is Solomon Carter, and I am the author of the Roberts and Bradley PI crime thriller series, The Last Line international thriller series, the DI Hogarth Darkest series and more. I write mysteries, crime and thriller novels and more besides.
I was born in Southend, Essex and lived there for most of my life apart from eventful student days in South London. But my life in Southend was even more eventful still. I ended up working in a string of jobs including as a jobcentre clerk, a book seller, tutor for youth with low skills and low self esteem, mortgage broker, and latterly manager of a food bank which dealt with all kinds of interesting people facing all kinds of eye-opening, jaw dropping problems. Because of these ear-to-the-ground jobs the majority of my novels are set in Southend. In 2016 I moved to North Cornwall because I liked the idea of never-ending holidays - but I also write almost every single day. My aim is to write action-packed thrillers and page-turning mysteries that readers love and my hope is to get better at what I do with every book across each and every year.
I like to give away lots of free books as part of what I do. If you would like to receive some of these and get the exclusives on offer, than you're invited to join my free readers group at SolomonCarter.net. I won't spam you, just send the occassional email with news on the latest books and forthcoming freebies.
And if you want to see the memes, personal shares and other oddball stuff I do, then you can join me at Facebook via www.facebook.com/solomoncarterwrites and join the fun there too.
What I am good at: telling stories
What I am bad at: dancing, being patient.
What I love: nature, the seaside, adventures
Writers I heartily recommend: Lee Child, Ian Rankin, Henning Mankell, Val McDermid, Harlan Coben, Robert Crais.
Writers I need to read more of: Val McDermid, Ian Rankin, Michael Connelly and others.
Other things I do beside writing: at present I like to keep my running going to balance out the sitting behind a laptop (a habit inspired by Haruki Murakami's 'What I talk about when I talk about running' - a great book).
-I am currently doing surf lessons. When in Rome, as they say...
-Getting out into nature as the weather allows.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Until then I'll keep on writing. Or running. Or surfing. Or chasing my children around the house.
All the very best,
Solomon :)
PS
if you have enjoyed any of my books, I'd be honoured if you could post a review. Those reviews really do help!
My name is Solomon Carter, and I am the author of the Roberts and Bradley PI crime thriller series, The Last Line international thriller series, the DI Hogarth Darkest series and more. I write mysteries, crime and thriller novels and more besides.
I was born in Southend, Essex and lived there for most of my life apart from eventful student days in South London. But my life in Southend was even more eventful still. I ended up working in a string of jobs including as a jobcentre clerk, a book seller, tutor for youth with low skills and low self esteem, mortgage broker, and latterly manager of a food bank which dealt with all kinds of interesting people facing all kinds of eye-opening, jaw dropping problems. Because of these ear-to-the-ground jobs the majority of my novels are set in Southend. In 2016 I moved to North Cornwall because I liked the idea of never-ending holidays - but I also write almost every single day. My aim is to write action-packed thrillers and page-turning mysteries that readers love and my hope is to get better at what I do with every book across each and every year.
I like to give away lots of free books as part of what I do. If you would like to receive some of these and get the exclusives on offer, than you're invited to join my free readers group at SolomonCarter.net. I won't spam you, just send the occassional email with news on the latest books and forthcoming freebies.
And if you want to see the memes, personal shares and other oddball stuff I do, then you can join me at Facebook via www.facebook.com/solomoncarterwrites and join the fun there too.
What I am good at: telling stories
What I am bad at: dancing, being patient.
What I love: nature, the seaside, adventures
Writers I heartily recommend: Lee Child, Ian Rankin, Henning Mankell, Val McDermid, Harlan Coben, Robert Crais.
Writers I need to read more of: Val McDermid, Ian Rankin, Michael Connelly and others.
Other things I do beside writing: at present I like to keep my running going to balance out the sitting behind a laptop (a habit inspired by Haruki Murakami's 'What I talk about when I talk about running' - a great book).
-I am currently doing surf lessons. When in Rome, as they say...
-Getting out into nature as the weather allows.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Until then I'll keep on writing. Or running. Or surfing. Or chasing my children around the house.
All the very best,
Solomon :)
PS
if you have enjoyed any of my books, I'd be honoured if you could post a review. Those reviews really do help!
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February 5, 2019
Great Book
Found the book enjoyable had to keep reading till the end. I like it when the good guys win. Must read the rest.
Found the book enjoyable had to keep reading till the end. I like it when the good guys win. Must read the rest.
April 24, 2025
Furiously violent
Fast moving violent crime scene after scene. Gang after gang bashing and killing their way to domination of rough areas. There is a thread of something other than wanton violence as a growing respect from
the main character, who is motivated by protecting ordinary people, for an admiring female who follows him in order to learn to fight alongside him. This she does and learns fast proving herself to him. But mostly this is about fighting and evil violence.
Fast moving violent crime scene after scene. Gang after gang bashing and killing their way to domination of rough areas. There is a thread of something other than wanton violence as a growing respect from
the main character, who is motivated by protecting ordinary people, for an admiring female who follows him in order to learn to fight alongside him. This she does and learns fast proving herself to him. But mostly this is about fighting and evil violence.
September 19, 2022
Entertaining mystery listening 🎶🔰
Another will written British 🏰 three mystery adventure thrillers by Solomon Carter Vigilante Justice Action and Adventure Crime Thriller Series books 1-3(Black and Gold Boxed 📦 set). Three novellas that are each a story line with it's own interesting characters, lots of action and misdirection leading to a unexpected conclusion. Enjoy the adventure of reading all kinds of different types of novellas, novels 👍🔰, and books 📚. 2022 👑 😃👒
Another will written British 🏰 three mystery adventure thrillers by Solomon Carter Vigilante Justice Action and Adventure Crime Thriller Series books 1-3(Black and Gold Boxed 📦 set). Three novellas that are each a story line with it's own interesting characters, lots of action and misdirection leading to a unexpected conclusion. Enjoy the adventure of reading all kinds of different types of novellas, novels 👍🔰, and books 📚. 2022 👑 😃👒
June 3, 2017
Another treat
Had a lovely week catching up on my reading. Solomon Carter books are a thrill ride and have not got bored of his books. This new series is about a vigilante and Jess a private eye receptionist I have read about in other books is now partnered with this masked vigilante
Had a lovely week catching up on my reading. Solomon Carter books are a thrill ride and have not got bored of his books. This new series is about a vigilante and Jess a private eye receptionist I have read about in other books is now partnered with this masked vigilante
January 9, 2025
A one man justice
Simon the vigilante takes a lot of risks, works during the day and his night job started with rescuing an old lady or any young lady at risk, then it was an untrained gang going around scarring the neighborhood, things in the town were escalating. He was trying to keep his identity secret by Warring a mask. Three good book, short stories.
Simon the vigilante takes a lot of risks, works during the day and his night job started with rescuing an old lady or any young lady at risk, then it was an untrained gang going around scarring the neighborhood, things in the town were escalating. He was trying to keep his identity secret by Warring a mask. Three good book, short stories.
July 12, 2017
Gold indeed!
When I started reading these stories I wasn't impressed, how wrong was I! The more I read, the better they got...now, where are The Gatecrashers?! Excellent stories, with enough twists to keep you wanting more.
When I started reading these stories I wasn't impressed, how wrong was I! The more I read, the better they got...now, where are The Gatecrashers?! Excellent stories, with enough twists to keep you wanting more.
June 11, 2019
Wonderful reading great book and best yet so far
Great reading loved it and the best so far when do I get to read more?I'm not sure how much I can spend on books as I am on a strict budget I am so sorry but thank so much for letting me read your books Joyce
Great reading loved it and the best so far when do I get to read more?I'm not sure how much I can spend on books as I am on a strict budget I am so sorry but thank so much for letting me read your books Joyce
April 1, 2020
Fantastic book
Fantastic book could not put it down until the last minute cannot wait for the next one .griping story about the protection and gang violence in the inner city with a touch of romance thrown in
Fantastic book could not put it down until the last minute cannot wait for the next one .griping story about the protection and gang violence in the inner city with a touch of romance thrown in
August 3, 2020
Very enjoyable
What a great set of books to start a new story off. Can go with Simon all the way, as I can imagine a lot of people feeling the same way , and given the right ability and circumstances , could end up doing the same.
What a great set of books to start a new story off. Can go with Simon all the way, as I can imagine a lot of people feeling the same way , and given the right ability and circumstances , could end up doing the same.
January 27, 2021
A violent storyline but it's understated
Black and gold by Solomon after continues the story of gang war and drugs in Southend on Sea. Well written with accuracy about the locality I can recommend this book.
Black and gold by Solomon after continues the story of gang war and drugs in Southend on Sea. Well written with accuracy about the locality I can recommend this book.
February 21, 2021
A fantastic, read once again! Well rounded characters, setting & plots. I particularly enjoyed how you're developing characters from previous sets and giving them lives of their own. Thank you for keeping me occupied during these trying times.
March 2, 2023
Brilliant
Action packed all the way, I just couldn't stop reading once I'd started,I really enjoy the way characters from previous series make an appearance in Solomon Carter's new books, if only Southend was really that exciting
Action packed all the way, I just couldn't stop reading once I'd started,I really enjoy the way characters from previous series make an appearance in Solomon Carter's new books, if only Southend was really that exciting
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April 10, 2024Very good story lines the characters were original and story lines good. Would enjoy reading more.
I enjoy Solomon Carter and have read most of his books, and look forward to reading more in the future.
I enjoy Solomon Carter and have read most of his books, and look forward to reading more in the future.
July 23, 2024
Good versus evil
Easy to read with a fast moving pace. Enjoyed the fact I didn't have to wait for book 2 in the series. Would recommend to people who enjoy a bit of mystery and a sense justice.
Easy to read with a fast moving pace. Enjoyed the fact I didn't have to wait for book 2 in the series. Would recommend to people who enjoy a bit of mystery and a sense justice.
June 24, 2017
All three books are gripping all action through to the end. Loved them all.
As with all Solomon Carter's books, well written with great characters. Excellent read.
As with all Solomon Carter's books, well written with great characters. Excellent read.
January 29, 2018
Intense and gripping
Wow i was gripped from the first page. The fighting descriptions were a little intense but you wanted to keep reading to know what happens next. Good .stuff
Wow i was gripped from the first page. The fighting descriptions were a little intense but you wanted to keep reading to know what happens next. Good .stuff
March 11, 2019
Brilliant read
Loving this authors books,. Getting totally engrossed and can’t wait for next books in series,... must join his readers group.
Loving this authors books,. Getting totally engrossed and can’t wait for next books in series,... must join his readers group.
September 24, 2019
enjoyed the books had to keep reading to get to the end each book. The good guys win
November 20, 2019
Oh dear
Weak gun ho vigilante plot. Easy beah read but no real plot, save your money dont buy it dont bother.
Weak gun ho vigilante plot. Easy beah read but no real plot, save your money dont buy it dont bother.
November 9, 2021
A fast paced gripping drama. A simple plot but had me captivated from start to finish.
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March 24, 2022
Not my genre. My mistake.
June 29, 2022
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A really stoopid fantasy.
A total waste of my valuable time.
An utter, complete, total waste.
I quit reading and tossed the book at page #65.
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A really stoopid fantasy.
A total waste of my valuable time.
An utter, complete, total waste.
I quit reading and tossed the book at page #65.
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January 9, 2023
Enthralling
From start to finish A great fast moving story. Once again leaving you wondering. Can't wait for the
Sequel. Will she won't she.
From start to finish A great fast moving story. Once again leaving you wondering. Can't wait for the
Sequel. Will she won't she.
January 20, 2023
Black & gold
Just finished reading Black & gold I thoroughly enjoyed it. You almost thought you were there in the action,I would recommend it readers that like a bit of action. In
Just finished reading Black & gold I thoroughly enjoyed it. You almost thought you were there in the action,I would recommend it readers that like a bit of action. In
April 5, 2024
Another excellent series of books fantastic, read once again! Well rounded characters, setting & plots.
July 4, 2024
Too messy
Only for the young. Certai nly not adult reading. I couldn't see the sense of it. Just gangs fighting ,for what??
Only for the young. Certai nly not adult reading. I couldn't see the sense of it. Just gangs fighting ,for what??
April 23, 2025
Wow
Another great seres its loads of action which I love. You’ve done it again Solomon. Fantastic read and highly recommended.
Another great seres its loads of action which I love. You’ve done it again Solomon. Fantastic read and highly recommended.
September 28, 2015
'Black and Gold, Books One through Three' were a great collection of short reads. Each book has a great storyline as it leads to an interesting series of books with a lot of action and thrilling scenes. The fight scenes are descriptive. A well written series. Simon is a total bad-ass whom takes his Vigilante role very seriously. Jess is quite the surprising character. She grows into a self confident bad-ass that makes a great partner for Simon. And then it ends on a damn cliffhanger. I look forward to reading more of this series.
November 3, 2015
Have read all the books in this series! It is like a spin-off of Long Time Dying series.
There are good and bad folks in this world. Book is filled with mobsters, killers, gangs and lets not forget our Vigilante!
Book is action packed and will keep you on edge a few times!
There are good and bad folks in this world. Book is filled with mobsters, killers, gangs and lets not forget our Vigilante!
Book is action packed and will keep you on edge a few times!
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