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The Jason King Files #1
Cartel
EXPERIENCE THE MADNESS.
ENTER THE FILES.
June, 2007. Black Force — a new division of the U.S. military that officially does not exist — has its first operative. Jason King, a young prodigy who accelerated up through the ranks at an unprecedented rate, is tasked with proving his worth as a solo warrior.
In Mexico, Joaquín Ramos has made a name for himself out of the blood of his enemies. The twenty-eight-year-old cartel leader hacked a path through anyone who dared to interfere with his newfound monopoly on the billion-dollar online drug trade, capitalising on the archaic nature of the existing empire in Tijuana.
He’s new school.
So is King.
With doubts swirling amongst those who know of Black Force’s existence, King heads into the city’s decrepit underworld alone, intent on tearing the cartel apart from the inside. Still largely inexperienced, it doesn’t take long for his plans to fall to pieces…
Outnumbered. Outgunned.
Just the way he likes it.
CARTEL is the explosive first entry in the prequel series, "The Jason King Files." Read "The Jason King Series" for more relentless thrills, exclusively on Amazon.
ENTER THE FILES.
June, 2007. Black Force — a new division of the U.S. military that officially does not exist — has its first operative. Jason King, a young prodigy who accelerated up through the ranks at an unprecedented rate, is tasked with proving his worth as a solo warrior.
In Mexico, Joaquín Ramos has made a name for himself out of the blood of his enemies. The twenty-eight-year-old cartel leader hacked a path through anyone who dared to interfere with his newfound monopoly on the billion-dollar online drug trade, capitalising on the archaic nature of the existing empire in Tijuana.
He’s new school.
So is King.
With doubts swirling amongst those who know of Black Force’s existence, King heads into the city’s decrepit underworld alone, intent on tearing the cartel apart from the inside. Still largely inexperienced, it doesn’t take long for his plans to fall to pieces…
Outnumbered. Outgunned.
Just the way he likes it.
CARTEL is the explosive first entry in the prequel series, "The Jason King Files." Read "The Jason King Series" for more relentless thrills, exclusively on Amazon.
- GenresThriller
340 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 27, 2017
886 people are currently reading
107 people want to read
About the author
Matt Rogers
61 books196 followersMillion-copy bestseller Matt Rogers is a prolific thriller author intent on blurring the lines between hard-hitting action and mind-bending philosophy. An avid runner and mountain trekker, he leans on real world experience to craft edge-of-your-seat thrill rides with staggering plot twists. His breakout novel, BE SOMEBODY, was lauded by IndieReader industry professionals, who praised the "impeccable writing" and "air-tight plot construction." Dive into the Dante Jacoby Series to see what all the fuss is about.
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August 5, 2017
Thrilling start to 'Black Force', as Jason King now works alone!
A fast-paced thriller that keeps you on your toes as a young Jason is recruited for a new Black Ops force in which you are on your own...no unit to back you up or rely on, but also no one questioning what you decide, it is all up to you. This is a situation Jason is born for, with lightening quick reflexes and trained by many in different styles of fighting . Great scenes, descriptive situations and knowing what Jason is up to combine to keep you turning pages as the action moves quickly, You are in the story, running in the rain and humidity in the jungle forest, hearing twigs break as something moves to your right, jumping with the lightning flashes....Exciting story, 5 stars to Matt Rogers, again....
A fast-paced thriller that keeps you on your toes as a young Jason is recruited for a new Black Ops force in which you are on your own...no unit to back you up or rely on, but also no one questioning what you decide, it is all up to you. This is a situation Jason is born for, with lightening quick reflexes and trained by many in different styles of fighting . Great scenes, descriptive situations and knowing what Jason is up to combine to keep you turning pages as the action moves quickly, You are in the story, running in the rain and humidity in the jungle forest, hearing twigs break as something moves to your right, jumping with the lightning flashes....Exciting story, 5 stars to Matt Rogers, again....
August 3, 2017
Amateur
I could point out several examples but will stick with three.
1). Contrary to the author writing twice early in the book that the San Diego airport was only one mile to Tijuana, it is actually about 17 miles.
2) in the jungle of Guatemala, any open sore would rapidly become infected. Jason King had an open bullet wound and open abrasions to his face. Yet, without any (self induced) medical attention paid to these, he remained healthy.
3). When King entered the jungle, he took 3 AK 47's off dead enemies. He knew lugging around 3 would be counterproductive. Yet, he did not have the sense to take the magazines out of the two AK's he left behind??? This made me shake my head in the ignorance of the author. No one in Delta would have done something so stupid.
I could point out several examples but will stick with three.
1). Contrary to the author writing twice early in the book that the San Diego airport was only one mile to Tijuana, it is actually about 17 miles.
2) in the jungle of Guatemala, any open sore would rapidly become infected. Jason King had an open bullet wound and open abrasions to his face. Yet, without any (self induced) medical attention paid to these, he remained healthy.
3). When King entered the jungle, he took 3 AK 47's off dead enemies. He knew lugging around 3 would be counterproductive. Yet, he did not have the sense to take the magazines out of the two AK's he left behind??? This made me shake my head in the ignorance of the author. No one in Delta would have done something so stupid.
August 1, 2017
All Hail the King
Matt Rogers this book is exceptional. I've read all of the Jason King series books and have love them all, it was great to see how he started with Black Force. This book was no exception to the talented writings set before it.
His mission kept me on my toes, filled with anticipation and excitement at every turn. Leaves you wanting more.
Matt Rogers this book is exceptional. I've read all of the Jason King series books and have love them all, it was great to see how he started with Black Force. This book was no exception to the talented writings set before it.
His mission kept me on my toes, filled with anticipation and excitement at every turn. Leaves you wanting more.
November 22, 2017
Matt Rogers continues to deliver exciting adventure fiction/military thrillers every time. For those of us who have devoured the Jason King Series, the Jason King Files #1 is a worthy addition to my libraqry shelf. Matt Rogers has an incredible knack for creating vivid word pictures of the pestilence and dirty, dangerous, and crime-ridden third world where life has very little value. Jason is recruited as a solor operator, and he excels. The book moves very very fast. And the book is VERY hard to put down. I ended up reading in two days, and would have finished in one sitting if I didn't have a day job and patients depending upon me. Matt Rogers has quickly moved to the top of his genre. Whether you have read ALL of Matt Rogers fiction (like me) or if this is your first, this book is a great place to start and stands alone, as a prequel to previous novels and is an excellent introduction to his character JASON KING. This is excellent for authors who love Tim Tigner, or Vincent Zandri, or Terry Keys, or Vince Flynn, or Mark Greaney, etc. I already have Book #2, WARRIOR, to read over the Thanksgiving holiday.
August 11, 2017
Cartel : Jason King Series book 1
Thanks for the historical record of Jason's coming to be and how BLACK FORCE originated. Jason's abilities to react to the situation is unique and his fighting skills are going to keep you turning pages until the end. Thanks for letting me know how Jason King Series started.
Thanks for the historical record of Jason's coming to be and how BLACK FORCE originated. Jason's abilities to react to the situation is unique and his fighting skills are going to keep you turning pages until the end. Thanks for letting me know how Jason King Series started.
February 5, 2018
Dumb as dirt
If i could rate this book lower i would. Suspension of disbelief is important in both books and movies. I could not get behind the Jason King character because he might be in shape and a good fighter but he is unbelievably stupid. Matt Rogers insulted my intelligence and I can get those hours of reading his drivel back.
If i could rate this book lower i would. Suspension of disbelief is important in both books and movies. I could not get behind the Jason King character because he might be in shape and a good fighter but he is unbelievably stupid. Matt Rogers insulted my intelligence and I can get those hours of reading his drivel back.
February 19, 2019
Cartel is boss
Move over jack reacher you’ve got company. Grabs u and pulls u in from first page A sense of subtle power and tribulation hook u as the young protagonist is revealed to b a one of kind soldier possessing extraordinary talents and an unique skill set. Bring it on!
Move over jack reacher you’ve got company. Grabs u and pulls u in from first page A sense of subtle power and tribulation hook u as the young protagonist is revealed to b a one of kind soldier possessing extraordinary talents and an unique skill set. Bring it on!
November 23, 2023
Great start for a new series
Matt Rogers is a a great thriller writer. I have read almost all of his books because they are great reads! I will start with Warriors (book 2 of this series) as soon as I finish this review. I highly recommend you read Cartel and am certain if you do you will be anxious to move on to the rest if the series!
Matt Rogers is a a great thriller writer. I have read almost all of his books because they are great reads! I will start with Warriors (book 2 of this series) as soon as I finish this review. I highly recommend you read Cartel and am certain if you do you will be anxious to move on to the rest if the series!
February 11, 2018
Concept is passable but writing is puerile and repetitious. Save your money to buy Childs or Flynn
I will not be investing in any of the other books by this author, I can only imagine how boring and alongside they will be.
I will not be investing in any of the other books by this author, I can only imagine how boring and alongside they will be.
August 4, 2017
Not impressed
Not too bad, just not too good. To be as good as he is supposed to be, he underestimates too many people, and misses too many things coming at him.
Not too bad, just not too good. To be as good as he is supposed to be, he underestimates too many people, and misses too many things coming at him.
August 6, 2017
Don't mess with JK
After reading the other books in this series it was good to find out how JK got started. This was a quick, easy, fun read. I look forward to the next book...
After reading the other books in this series it was good to find out how JK got started. This was a quick, easy, fun read. I look forward to the next book...
August 10, 2017
Meet Jason King, a solo warrior tasked to kill an upcoming drug cartel leader. B
September 6, 2017
3.5 stars
September 8, 2017
Excellent reading, plenty of action and violence.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 15, 2017
A action story
In fact to much for an individual person, even though an exceptional person. It becomes anticlimactic and unbelievable way beyond even a super hero.
In fact to much for an individual person, even though an exceptional person. It becomes anticlimactic and unbelievable way beyond even a super hero.
September 25, 2017
I have not gotten far into the book yet but so far it is good.
September 27, 2017
Good Read
Interesting to read. Has a good story
Line .
Looks like author is starting a new series and I will be looking for book 2.
Interesting to read. Has a good story
Line .
Looks like author is starting a new series and I will be looking for book 2.
October 9, 2017
Good book
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy. Characters are realistic and get better and better. Storyline continues to grow and develop.
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy. Characters are realistic and get better and better. Storyline continues to grow and develop.
October 24, 2017
Must read
Great read a lot of excitement & suspense must read!!! Keeps you reading so good recommend to all my friends
Great read a lot of excitement & suspense must read!!! Keeps you reading so good recommend to all my friends
December 9, 2017
Top end of average
Solid military thriller. An interest character that feels more grounded then other books in this style. Looking forward to the next book.
Solid military thriller. An interest character that feels more grounded then other books in this style. Looking forward to the next book.
April 2, 2018
Good Book
But it makes the main character like Superman
Hmmmmm
Will try one more of the series and then decide
But it makes the main character like Superman
Hmmmmm
Will try one more of the series and then decide
June 25, 2018
Thrill packed action adventure
Good entertainment and an easy read. I will continue to read the series. Not a deep novel but keeps you constantly on edge.
Good entertainment and an easy read. I will continue to read the series. Not a deep novel but keeps you constantly on edge.
December 3, 2018
The first file
Just as good as the rest. Now to file #2 if I can figure out jow to find it too
Just as good as the rest. Now to file #2 if I can figure out jow to find it too
July 8, 2019
Non stop action
This was one of the most action packed books I have ever read. I couldn’t put it down even for one moment until It was finished.
This was one of the most action packed books I have ever read. I couldn’t put it down even for one moment until It was finished.
September 8, 2021
Easy read with plenty of action.
Easy to read with none stop action, not totally realistic but enjoyable. Jason King is one tough hombre with with hopes of doing some good.
Easy to read with none stop action, not totally realistic but enjoyable. Jason King is one tough hombre with with hopes of doing some good.
October 13, 2025
If you're looking for something action packed from beginning to end this is something for you.
February 21, 2019
An MR. Jason King Thriller (TJKFB - 1) JK. Vs a Cartel
MR. has. penned the first JK. Thriller. He has risen through the ranks of the military to become the first Black Force Operator. His first assignment is a Cartel located in Northern Mexico primarily in Tijuana. He waded through the Cartel like a scythe. Has this is An excellent read for the genre.....DEHS
MR. has. penned the first JK. Thriller. He has risen through the ranks of the military to become the first Black Force Operator. His first assignment is a Cartel located in Northern Mexico primarily in Tijuana. He waded through the Cartel like a scythe. Has this is An excellent read for the genre.....DEHS
November 26, 2022
First book from Jason King Files, recounting his first op in Black Force. It goes back to the very start when Jason King was a Delta and was recruited by his handler Lars Crawford to kill a notorious cartel leader who's wreaked havoc in Mexico. There no real suspense but King just goes from one place to the other in the hunt for the cartel boss. Will Slater series is far better to be honest.
August 18, 2017
Well written for me, like the story from the point of view of King learning just who he can be, and who he is. Well done looking for more!
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