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Jason Wake #2
Surging Wake
Wrestling his inner demons, fighting to escape his tragic past, and wanting to right his father’s wrongs, Jason Wake is on the hunt for injustice. And he doesn’t have to look for long. . . .
In the Caribbean islands, a brutal and well-organized criminal operation has infested paradise.
Together, with a former Special Forces commander and a newly formed team of covert operatives, Jason travels across the Caribbean to investigate a recent spike in human trafficking. His team quickly discovers that the cruelty and bloodshed are just the beginning if they can’t track down and put an end to the vile leader responsible.
Car chases, scuba diving, tropical locales, lost caves, and gunfights abound in this action-packed, edge-of-your-seat adventure.
In the Caribbean islands, a brutal and well-organized criminal operation has infested paradise.
Together, with a former Special Forces commander and a newly formed team of covert operatives, Jason travels across the Caribbean to investigate a recent spike in human trafficking. His team quickly discovers that the cruelty and bloodshed are just the beginning if they can’t track down and put an end to the vile leader responsible.
Car chases, scuba diving, tropical locales, lost caves, and gunfights abound in this action-packed, edge-of-your-seat adventure.
374 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 23, 2020
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About the author
Matthew Rief
33 books143 followersMatthew is the author of the Florida Keys Adventure Series and the Jason Wake Novels. He's always had a deep rooted love for adventure and the ocean. He loves traveling, diving, rock climbing and writing adventure novels.
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November 28, 2022
Jason and his newly formed team of folks looking to right wrongs and make the world a better place, don’t have long to wait before they learn of an organization deep into human trafficking and illegal mining in the Caribbean. Lots of action in this non-stop thriller set in beautiful locales. I just wish the writing was a higher caliber but still a good read. 3.5 stars
November 6, 2020
Enjoyed The First Book in This Series, This One Not So Much
I genuinely enjoyed the first book in the series, however this one, not quite so much, though I can not really describe why not. I suppose it simply did not “grab” me as much as the first one did. That said.
The story line was good, and the characters were fine. I found none of the “grammar errors” prevalent in many other eBooks, so the reading was smooth and quickly.
Do I recommend it. Yes, but read the “author’s blurb” and even “Take a Look Inside” and read what’s offered first. Then decide. Never, in my opinion, base your reading upon the “reviews” of another, as we are all “different”. We all have different “triggers” and “turn-offs”.
If this brief statement helped you, “please” mark it so. If not, read another review.
I genuinely enjoyed the first book in the series, however this one, not quite so much, though I can not really describe why not. I suppose it simply did not “grab” me as much as the first one did. That said.
The story line was good, and the characters were fine. I found none of the “grammar errors” prevalent in many other eBooks, so the reading was smooth and quickly.
Do I recommend it. Yes, but read the “author’s blurb” and even “Take a Look Inside” and read what’s offered first. Then decide. Never, in my opinion, base your reading upon the “reviews” of another, as we are all “different”. We all have different “triggers” and “turn-offs”.
If this brief statement helped you, “please” mark it so. If not, read another review.
June 13, 2022
A real page turner
Wow.. I love this character. Along with his team are heroes second to none. This author weaves a tale, that is so engaging, frightening, in that you fear for the lives of those people who have been victimized,and for those who have made it their mission to save them.
You finally exhale at the end.
A must read for anyone who loves to follow strong plots and characters from book to book, as I do. I cannot wait for the next one.
Wow.. I love this character. Along with his team are heroes second to none. This author weaves a tale, that is so engaging, frightening, in that you fear for the lives of those people who have been victimized,and for those who have made it their mission to save them.
You finally exhale at the end.
A must read for anyone who loves to follow strong plots and characters from book to book, as I do. I cannot wait for the next one.
September 28, 2020
Love this series...Jason Wake is determined to make a difference by using his inheritance to better the world through his actions and his philanthropy. Great action and descriptions of the Caribbean. If y0u love anything about the ocean and adventure you will want to read Surging Wake. Can't wait for the next book!
November 10, 2020
I am a huge fan of Matthew Rief, an d especially the "Logan Dodge" series. This first volume in this Jason Wake series was really entertaining, but I was a little disappointed in this one. It wasn't that it was bad, it just was not as good as I expected it to be. I will continue to read "Jason Wake" volumes, because I trust that they will be better.
September 20, 2023
Losing all touch with reality
The second of the Jason Wake series veers off course into the ridiculous. With Wake’s money and Cooper’s contacts, the hero-jumping-into-the-flames approach is just silly. Hopefully the author gets his plot lines more realistic as the series goes on.
The second of the Jason Wake series veers off course into the ridiculous. With Wake’s money and Cooper’s contacts, the hero-jumping-into-the-flames approach is just silly. Hopefully the author gets his plot lines more realistic as the series goes on.
October 10, 2020
Great new series
If you love Logan your love Jason. The twist and turns are great, lots of difference between Jason Wake and Logan Dodge. Read it cover to cover in one day, it's that good.
If you love Logan your love Jason. The twist and turns are great, lots of difference between Jason Wake and Logan Dodge. Read it cover to cover in one day, it's that good.
January 2, 2021
Another Great Adventure Read
I highly recommend this book full of interesting characters,great story line and easy read. I won’t give any spoilers, just enjoy getting lost in the Caribbean adventure!
I highly recommend this book full of interesting characters,great story line and easy read. I won’t give any spoilers, just enjoy getting lost in the Caribbean adventure!
February 27, 2021
Pure Adrenaline!!!
Well developed story and characters. Lots of action with a powerful and heartfelt storyline! Wow what an absolute rush and nail bitting adventure!!! Can't wait for the next one!!! Keep them coming!
Well developed story and characters. Lots of action with a powerful and heartfelt storyline! Wow what an absolute rush and nail bitting adventure!!! Can't wait for the next one!!! Keep them coming!
June 11, 2023
Well, now
I need a Valium and a vacation after this adventure!! I'm worn out, over worked, under paid and just plain tired. One would have to have nerves of steel and iron to be around this guy for very long! I think I'll take a nap......
I need a Valium and a vacation after this adventure!! I'm worn out, over worked, under paid and just plain tired. One would have to have nerves of steel and iron to be around this guy for very long! I think I'll take a nap......
February 22, 2021
Great follow up book. I like the series looking forward to the next book coming in March!
March 7, 2021
fast paced,good story,lots of action.my only disappointment was the end,they suddenly appear on the yacht.How did they get there? What happened to the rest of the money transfer?
March 7, 2021
Great
Another great adventure. Stopping forced slave labour. Cleaning up the Caribbean of heinous evil, corrupt people. Jasons fortune being put to good use.
Another great adventure. Stopping forced slave labour. Cleaning up the Caribbean of heinous evil, corrupt people. Jasons fortune being put to good use.
May 23, 2021
Okay
Similar to the first book. Another problem, Caymanite is not that valuable. It is simply dolomite. Some is virtually indistinguishable from Caymanite.
Similar to the first book. Another problem, Caymanite is not that valuable. It is simply dolomite. Some is virtually indistinguishable from Caymanite.
August 30, 2021
Even better than the first. Fast paced.
January 8, 2022
Good book and series.
January 29, 2022
Easy read
Probably a bit predictable but fun action and likeable characters. Interested in whether our main character is able to move past his grief in the future ....
Probably a bit predictable but fun action and likeable characters. Interested in whether our main character is able to move past his grief in the future ....
January 30, 2022
Surging Wake by Matthew Rief
This is my second Jason Wake book by Matthew Rief, and I’ve enjoyed reading them both. Excitement and justice in each book
This is my second Jason Wake book by Matthew Rief, and I’ve enjoyed reading them both. Excitement and justice in each book
March 26, 2022
Action filled
A lot of action and a good story line.
Some of the situations seemed a little too lucky but outside of that it was well written.
Well worth the time to read.
A lot of action and a good story line.
Some of the situations seemed a little too lucky but outside of that it was well written.
Well worth the time to read.
September 21, 2022
Good follow on. Is the team growing.
August 11, 2023
would be good foundation for an action movie. No my favorite series to read.
August 24, 2024
Ok, nothing great
Worth ur time, the author is making a run with individuals from another series of books. Actually, was decent story line, worth ur time and buckos.
Worth ur time, the author is making a run with individuals from another series of books. Actually, was decent story line, worth ur time and buckos.
August 14, 2025
Great Read
I throughly enjoyed this book. It had a good story line and kept me interested throughout the entire story. I recommend reading this book.
I throughly enjoyed this book. It had a good story line and kept me interested throughout the entire story. I recommend reading this book.
November 16, 2025
Another fun adventure
Well written easy to follow story. Great fun to see the Development of adversaries Can't wait for the next book
Well written easy to follow story. Great fun to see the Development of adversaries Can't wait for the next book
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