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Citizen Warrior #2
One Down
A seductive Syrian arms dealer turns a U.S. congressman. America is being attacked. Will an aging entrepreneur and a retired Delta Force colonel go outside the law to try and save American lives?
Carter Thompson gets an urgent call from his friend, retired Delta Force Colonel Doug Redman. The colonel wants Carter and the team to meet right away: that afternoon. It's been a year since the unsettling events and he's back into his normal pace of life.
An alarmed Carter Thompson has no answers; only questions. Are the authorities onto them? Has their secret been compromised? Does he need to call his lawyer? What if Kim, his fiancé finds out he'd lied about his disappearance last year? Or could this be something else?
The sequel to the award-winning thriller Citizen Warrior The 4th Branch.
Carter Thompson gets an urgent call from his friend, retired Delta Force Colonel Doug Redman. The colonel wants Carter and the team to meet right away: that afternoon. It's been a year since the unsettling events and he's back into his normal pace of life.
An alarmed Carter Thompson has no answers; only questions. Are the authorities onto them? Has their secret been compromised? Does he need to call his lawyer? What if Kim, his fiancé finds out he'd lied about his disappearance last year? Or could this be something else?
The sequel to the award-winning thriller Citizen Warrior The 4th Branch.
352 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 28, 2019
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About the author
J. Thomas Rompel
6 books11 followersJ. Thomas Rompel has lived in Tucson, Arizona since 1964 and understands the threats and dangers in having a porous border. He attended the University of Arizona majoring in Speech and Communication in the College of Fine Arts. J. Thomas Rompel has owned and operated a number of different companies since the mid 1970’s. After the events of 9/11 he was involved in a business that dealt with U.S. military and law enforcement both at the local and federal level. This also included Border Patrol agents in the Tucson Sector. As a direct result of regular contact with the above over time he observed a growing trend of the United States federal government failing in their duty to protect the citizens against enemies both foreign and domestic.
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January 15, 2020
This is a perfect sequel to The Fourth Branch.
I really like the idea of the fourth branch. But I especially like the author's use of the present tense of our government mentioning our last president and our current president without using their names. It puts reality into the book, making it seem like such an idea of a fourth branch, a citizenry group of protectors of our country and our way of life.
I can't wait for the next book in the series.
I really like the idea of the fourth branch. But I especially like the author's use of the present tense of our government mentioning our last president and our current president without using their names. It puts reality into the book, making it seem like such an idea of a fourth branch, a citizenry group of protectors of our country and our way of life.
I can't wait for the next book in the series.
December 30, 2019
A JTR. Arizona Border/ Mexican Cartel Modern Action Adventure (OD) (CWSB - 2)
JTR. had penned an Arizona Border/Mexican Cartel modern action adventure titled "One Down" which begins with Cartel activities assisting ISIS personnel sneak in stolen Stinger Missiles from an American base in Iraq. A group of veterans and concern civilians develope a fast react team to combat the dangers presented by the Cartels and ISIS. This is an excellent read for the genre.....DEHS
JTR. had penned an Arizona Border/Mexican Cartel modern action adventure titled "One Down" which begins with Cartel activities assisting ISIS personnel sneak in stolen Stinger Missiles from an American base in Iraq. A group of veterans and concern civilians develope a fast react team to combat the dangers presented by the Cartels and ISIS. This is an excellent read for the genre.....DEHS
August 22, 2020
Action packed, could not put it down.
What a great read, full of action, intrigue and more action. In this day and age of our government giving up control of our borders and failing to speak out against the known threats we face this book certainly delves into that. The actions taken by the main characters at our southern border against the cartel that rules that area and the Islamic threat inside our borders are very believable, the author seems to have an almost mystical insight as to what might be happening that none of us are privilege enough to know what’s really going on in this world. I highly recommend this book as a fun, good fast read that you’ll enjoy.
What a great read, full of action, intrigue and more action. In this day and age of our government giving up control of our borders and failing to speak out against the known threats we face this book certainly delves into that. The actions taken by the main characters at our southern border against the cartel that rules that area and the Islamic threat inside our borders are very believable, the author seems to have an almost mystical insight as to what might be happening that none of us are privilege enough to know what’s really going on in this world. I highly recommend this book as a fun, good fast read that you’ll enjoy.
March 21, 2021
So " Current " It is Scary....Only the " Names " Have Been Changed!
You will recognize and relate to every scenario and action in this book... It only remains to be seen where your sympathies lie. Corrupt politicians, clueless liberals, passionate committed Americans, and a handful of Citizen Warriors aided by military and covert personnel forced to remain hidden in the shadows as they attempt to supply the needed information quietly to those " Citizens " at war to save their country and way of life...An exciting and fast paced believable series!
You will recognize and relate to every scenario and action in this book... It only remains to be seen where your sympathies lie. Corrupt politicians, clueless liberals, passionate committed Americans, and a handful of Citizen Warriors aided by military and covert personnel forced to remain hidden in the shadows as they attempt to supply the needed information quietly to those " Citizens " at war to save their country and way of life...An exciting and fast paced believable series!
January 18, 2020
A Little Slow, but Fun!
The author is an above average writer and did just enough to keep my attention. Decent character development and story line. He is really great in his depiction of contemporary politics and wonderfully unPC! He pulls no punches when he describes the former presidential regime and the dramatic transition into the present administration. Patriots should enjoy this author.
The author is an above average writer and did just enough to keep my attention. Decent character development and story line. He is really great in his depiction of contemporary politics and wonderfully unPC! He pulls no punches when he describes the former presidential regime and the dramatic transition into the present administration. Patriots should enjoy this author.
May 15, 2019
Excellent read
I was so shocked that our own country cannot safeguard our safety. Impressed with the way the author was so clear and precise about our government and the inner workings of those who are suppose to be leading this country. What a sad place we are in, can't help wondering when we will no longer be American.....
I was so shocked that our own country cannot safeguard our safety. Impressed with the way the author was so clear and precise about our government and the inner workings of those who are suppose to be leading this country. What a sad place we are in, can't help wondering when we will no longer be American.....
February 16, 2019
Another great story
Interesting insight on one of the major problems of our Republic. I strongly recommend this interesting book , a must read for anyone who is concerned with how the deep state is destroying our Constitution and the United States.
Interesting insight on one of the major problems of our Republic. I strongly recommend this interesting book , a must read for anyone who is concerned with how the deep state is destroying our Constitution and the United States.
April 13, 2019
Great book!
Outstanding read. I real page turner that I couldn't put down. Better than the first book in the series. I hope a new book is coming soon. Really relevant to the Times we are living in.
Outstanding read. I real page turner that I couldn't put down. Better than the first book in the series. I hope a new book is coming soon. Really relevant to the Times we are living in.
April 15, 2019
Pretty much a repeat of the first novel with one exception. Now the gang is chasing after Stinger SAMs instead of the makings of a dirty bomb. Same bad guys, same good guys, same patriotic dialogue. Not much different. Not too much interested in a third book, if there is one.
April 24, 2019
Real life warriors that fight because it is right thing to do
Very realistic and about time the Citizen Warriors get recognized!!!!
Great character development with real world story lines that only true warriors will understaand
Very realistic and about time the Citizen Warriors get recognized!!!!
Great character development with real world story lines that only true warriors will understaand
April 5, 2020
Good read
I hope you have a plan for the next in the series. I am 100 % combat disabled from a war from fifty years ago. I take great pleasure in reading what I'm no longer able to do. Reading is what live to do.
I hope you have a plan for the next in the series. I am 100 % combat disabled from a war from fifty years ago. I take great pleasure in reading what I'm no longer able to do. Reading is what live to do.
August 11, 2020
Awsome
A great and plausible story about our southern border. Definitely can't wait for the third installment in this series. The author tells a story so riveting that you feel like you're there.
A great and plausible story about our southern border. Definitely can't wait for the third installment in this series. The author tells a story so riveting that you feel like you're there.
June 16, 2022
Another great book
I love these books if you like books with a lot of action and heroes you need to read these books I don't think you will be disappointed and you will be glad you did!
I love these books if you like books with a lot of action and heroes you need to read these books I don't think you will be disappointed and you will be glad you did!
February 27, 2019
A series to make you think!
I choose this title for my review has I enjoy reading this book 2 in J. Thomas Compel series. A fan!
I choose this title for my review has I enjoy reading this book 2 in J. Thomas Compel series. A fan!
May 1, 2019
Great read fast action
I enjoyed this story line very much am looking forward to the next installment of Citizen Warrior the pace is good 👍
I enjoyed this story line very much am looking forward to the next installment of Citizen Warrior the pace is good 👍
May 4, 2019
One Down review
One Down is the second fast paced action book in the Citizen Warrior series written by author J. Thomas Rompel.
One Down is the second fast paced action book in the Citizen Warrior series written by author J. Thomas Rompel.
May 21, 2019
Good book
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy. Storyline continues to grow and develop. Characters are realistic and get better and better.
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy. Storyline continues to grow and develop. Characters are realistic and get better and better.
December 24, 2019
Good!!!
Good action, good characters! A lot of truth here. Members of Congress that care more for getting reelected than serving the citizens.
Good action, good characters! A lot of truth here. Members of Congress that care more for getting reelected than serving the citizens.
February 4, 2020
This book takes a look at what could happen in today's society and political climate. Ordinary Americans must step up, when our government ignores situations.
February 22, 2021
Right to the point
Right on just what we needed to do kill more day heads kill the drug lords and they Mexican counterparts
Right on just what we needed to do kill more day heads kill the drug lords and they Mexican counterparts
October 10, 2024
Recommended
September 30, 2019
Books 1& 2 review
The first and second books were great read. I enjoyed the characters the way the plot developed and moved forward. Can't wait till the next book arrives.
The first and second books were great read. I enjoyed the characters the way the plot developed and moved forward. Can't wait till the next book arrives.
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