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See Jack Die #1
See Jack Die
See Jack Die (part 1 of 5)
by Nicholas Black
Jack Pagan might as well be 4½ months old. He awoke in a hospital after suffering a head injury that left him dead for over 67 minutes. All of his long-term memories were destroyed. Now he has to start his life again. But his accidental flirt with death left him a special gift. In those few minutes as he fades off to sleep each night, and in those early hours of the morning as he numbly awakens... he sees them.
At first, the shadows would just stretch into strange shapes and forms. Jack thought that he was hallucinating. That his medication was playing with his vision. Then the strange shadows began to walk around, moving freely. Jack chalked it up to a brain tumor. Some disease in his cerebral cortex. Schizophrenia, even. Something he could live with.
Now these creatures are not only haunting his nights, but his days. And they have a tendency to show themselves around people who are about to die. Seeking help he turns to a psychic who gives him a very special book. A book that he was destined to find. Jack learns that the only way he will ever know about who he was, is to face his worst fears, and die . . . again.
In a series of incredible twists and turns, Jack finds out that the worlds of the living and of the dead are much closer than any of us can possibly imagine. And monsters . . . are real.
See Jack Die
By Nicholas Black
nicholasblackbooks.com
by Nicholas Black
Jack Pagan might as well be 4½ months old. He awoke in a hospital after suffering a head injury that left him dead for over 67 minutes. All of his long-term memories were destroyed. Now he has to start his life again. But his accidental flirt with death left him a special gift. In those few minutes as he fades off to sleep each night, and in those early hours of the morning as he numbly awakens... he sees them.
At first, the shadows would just stretch into strange shapes and forms. Jack thought that he was hallucinating. That his medication was playing with his vision. Then the strange shadows began to walk around, moving freely. Jack chalked it up to a brain tumor. Some disease in his cerebral cortex. Schizophrenia, even. Something he could live with.
Now these creatures are not only haunting his nights, but his days. And they have a tendency to show themselves around people who are about to die. Seeking help he turns to a psychic who gives him a very special book. A book that he was destined to find. Jack learns that the only way he will ever know about who he was, is to face his worst fears, and die . . . again.
In a series of incredible twists and turns, Jack finds out that the worlds of the living and of the dead are much closer than any of us can possibly imagine. And monsters . . . are real.
See Jack Die
By Nicholas Black
nicholasblackbooks.com
410 pages, Paperback
First published December 1, 2008
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417 people want to read
About the author
Nicholas Black
23 books23 followersControversial novelist Nicholas Black is the author of several fiction and non-fiction works including:
Soul's Harbor: True Adventures of Medic-13
The Last American Mercenary
See Jack Die
See Jack Hunt
Walking Ghost: Welcome to Terrorist University
Sodomy Cat
Three Wise Men
Purg
Purg II: The 4th Angel
Chasing Darkness
Chasing Daylight
Burning Heaven
The Messenger
How to Write a Fiction Novel in 30 Days or Less
How to Publish a Best Seller on Amazon
Security consultant in Mexico, Central America, Spain, France, and Northern Africa, he also served in the coveted French Foreign Legion while he was on the run from the Federal Government for refusing to cooperate with a murder investigation.
At one time, Mr. Black was alleged by the US Federal Government to be an "arms trafficker," as well as a member of a group of men who, "...carried out contract killings." There are many far-fetched and fancy rumors surrounding Mr. Black's past.
He now trains and fights in Mixed-Martial Arts. As an expert in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai, and other combative tactics, he trains both professional fighters, security teams, and law enforcement in the art of armed and unarmed combat/unconventional warfare.
Whenever he isn't throwing punches, he's probably working on his next novel. Find him on Facebook: Nicholas Black
or email him directly: nicholasblack60@gmail.com
Soul's Harbor: True Adventures of Medic-13
The Last American Mercenary
See Jack Die
See Jack Hunt
Walking Ghost: Welcome to Terrorist University
Sodomy Cat
Three Wise Men
Purg
Purg II: The 4th Angel
Chasing Darkness
Chasing Daylight
Burning Heaven
The Messenger
How to Write a Fiction Novel in 30 Days or Less
How to Publish a Best Seller on Amazon
Security consultant in Mexico, Central America, Spain, France, and Northern Africa, he also served in the coveted French Foreign Legion while he was on the run from the Federal Government for refusing to cooperate with a murder investigation.
At one time, Mr. Black was alleged by the US Federal Government to be an "arms trafficker," as well as a member of a group of men who, "...carried out contract killings." There are many far-fetched and fancy rumors surrounding Mr. Black's past.
He now trains and fights in Mixed-Martial Arts. As an expert in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai, and other combative tactics, he trains both professional fighters, security teams, and law enforcement in the art of armed and unarmed combat/unconventional warfare.
Whenever he isn't throwing punches, he's probably working on his next novel. Find him on Facebook: Nicholas Black
or email him directly: nicholasblack60@gmail.com
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April 10, 2013it was okay, although it seemed pretty similar to Dean Koontz's Odd Thomas series. jack pagan and odd thomas are pretty much seeing the same things, especially the black shadow-like creatures. though of course odd thomas didn't have amnesia or a junkie friend. anyway, looking forward to the See Jack Hunt ^-^
May 14, 2021
Must read this fantastic story
This book right here, is the exact reason I read. I simply could not put the book down. Jack, oh poor Jack, has no idea who his was before his accident but by the end of the book, he'll know at least one thing. The rest of his 'family'in this fantastic story are just as great. I definitely HAVE to read the next in the series
This book right here, is the exact reason I read. I simply could not put the book down. Jack, oh poor Jack, has no idea who his was before his accident but by the end of the book, he'll know at least one thing. The rest of his 'family'in this fantastic story are just as great. I definitely HAVE to read the next in the series
September 15, 2013
I really enjoyed this unique tale, and can't wait to get the follow-up book See Jack Hunt. The author's use of the first person--usually a hindrance in my humble opinion--works very well. Having lived in the Dallas area for more than 25 years, it was nice to have the story set in that city. Although I haven't been back in almost a decade, it was like traveling familiar stomping grounds. I also thoroughly enjoyed the author's, and main characters, sense of humor.
August 21, 2012
It was ok. A little drug out, but the ending picked back up again and it turned out pretty good.
October 1, 2012
I loved this book, I could not stop reading it, I recommend reading it.
December 26, 2013
This was so different, I couldn't put it down! I can't wait it see what comes next for Jack/John! Sorta reminds me of Supernatural.
April 5, 2018
I really liked this story even though it leaned a bit on the religious side. Still there was lot of humor and scary stuff in it. Not for kids.
September 28, 2014
This book easily had the best written I've ever seen, hands down. To take such heavy subjects, that sometimes become a hassle to read and make them so fresh is no easy task. This book had the perfect amount of jokes to lighten the mood, but also some great quotes to live and learn by. The ending was also great, not a painful cliffhanger, but a great to be continued. I usually don't read books with this subject matter, and stopped often, but once I committed I saw the genius of it all.
September 30, 2014
I liked the concept, though as others have pointed out, it is derivative of another series. That's not a major issue in my view. The main problem for me was the style. The excessive (and often failed) attempts at humor overshadowed everything else and ruined the suspense for me.
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February 7, 2015so so book
September 3, 2014
Meh. I really need a book to grab me by the throat. It's been a while since I've encountered that. Gimme one now, please!
November 25, 2014
Excellent series.
June 23, 2015
Interesting story. Author doesn't know difference between your and you're. Kiiiiind of important for an author to know. Track changes visible throughout kindle edition which was distracting.
April 13, 2017
Supernatural mystery
I enjoyed reading this supernatural suspense novel. It was intriguing and had a bit of a religious tinge to it, but not what you would expect. It could have cut down on some words without missing any of the plot. Having said that, I do plan on reading his next novel, See Jack Hunt.
I enjoyed reading this supernatural suspense novel. It was intriguing and had a bit of a religious tinge to it, but not what you would expect. It could have cut down on some words without missing any of the plot. Having said that, I do plan on reading his next novel, See Jack Hunt.
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