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Jack Cooper Adventure Series
| Deception in Babylon
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In the Republic of Yakutia, the Russians have found a deadly toxin buried in the permafrost. Modified at the infamous Vector labs, the viral agent is sold to Iraq for its germ warfare program—their targeted enemy: Israel. Excavations in Iraq, among the ruins of ancient Babylon, yield a surprise find: intact tombs of the Royal Cemetery. Three teams of experts in Babylonian archaeology arrive in the hostile land to open and authenticate the tombs. But each team has an ulterior motive for coming to Iraq. Ethics and etiquette are quickly discarded as personalities, religions, and cultures clash in this high-powered adventure. Jack Cooper, the unlikely hero, emerges as the man who must sort through all the fraud and dishonesty to save both Israel and the woman he has come to love. Only he can overcome the Deception in Babylon! Available on Amazon.com- Deception in Babylon |
| The Olmec Ballplayer
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Two stories in one, The Olmec Ballplayer intertwines the tale of a young Jewish couple escaping from the 900 BC sacking of Jerusalem, along with the present day story of a Canadian archaeologist tracking down that couple’s fantastic journey. This fast-paced adventure story takes the reader back and forth in time as each era’s protagonists, Rofa and Jack Cooper respectively, battle numerous rogues and overcome tremendous obstacles to ensure the successful outcome of their individual undertakings. Rofa, whose Olmec name becomes Jaguar Fang, is fatefully delivered into the hands of these predecessors to the Maya nation. Because of the mighty weapon he wields and the skill he develops in the ballgame, he rises up to become a ruler of the Olmec. Jaguar Fang then struggles against the political scheming of his priests and governors to protect his family and ensure their survival. Physically tough, inwardly gentle, former linguist with the Canadian Intelligence Service, Jack Cooper discovers something strange in Labrador that eventually leads him to Guatemala and a fateful encounter with Yum Kaax—the Maya Jungle Lord. Along the way, his ex-wife makes sure he doesn’t succeed in winning over his latest love interest, but hopefully Jack will best his adversaries and recover Jaguar Fang’s unique weapon. Available on Amazon.com- The Olmec Ballplayer |
| Divine Unction
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Beneath the crocodile-infested waters of Lake Nasser, Jack Cooper has recovered a sealed bronze urn containing a puzzle left behind by King Menelik, the fabled offspring of King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba. But the puzzle can’t be solved without the help of a dead Egyptian Army sergeant’s field diary and an ancient obelisk buried under the shifting sands of Yemen’s vast desert. Collaborating with three beautiful women—Erica, his ex-wife; Aline, a Mossad agent; and Molly, his newest interest—Jack doesn’t know who he can trust as he fights his way out of one tough spot after another in the elusive quest for the golden chest of Israel’s anointing balm. All three females seemingly use Jack for their own selfish interests, but in the end only one will steal his heart. Non-stop action, exotic locales, unscrupulous villains, and quirky characters all add up to create a wonderful adventure tale as the search for the Divine Unction races to its ultimate climax. Only a man with the remarkable mental and physical attributes of Jack Cooper could solve the puzzle, overcome the villains, locate the artifact, and still manage to find true love along the way. Available on Amazon.com- Divine Unction |
| Lance of the Templar
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A peculiar discovery beneath Jerusalem’s Temple Mount leads to Israel enlisting Jack Cooper’s assistance in locating something of historical importance to the Jewish nation-state. A secretive military group also wants Cooper to find something for them—a Templar battle lance belonging to their founder. Someone else wants to destroy Jack Cooper and has a plan in place to accomplish that. Racing against time from a castle in Portugal to a Syrian fortress and on to the Vatican, Jack follows facts and hunches as he is roughed up, shot at, and attacked, but never disheartened. What began as an impossible task, suddenly becomes conceivable as Jack pieces together the abstract clues. Along the way, Jack’s ex-wife muddles things up, his ex-fiancée renews her interest in him, and his current girlfriend fights for the man she loves. The fourth in the Jack Cooper Adventure series, Lance of the Templar is a refreshing read filled with non-stop action, spectacular plot twists, humor, and fascinating characters. This novel is sure to keep the reader entertained and engaged page after page. Leave it to Jack Cooper to never disappoint. Available on Amazon.com – Lance of the Templar |
| The Sardonyx Epaulets
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When a team of archaeologists goes missing in the remote jungles of Nicaragua, Jack Cooper takes on the challenge of unraveling the mystery of their disappearance. He encounters something curious at the excavation site; the giant edifices and the construction style don’t correspond to any known pre-Columbian cultures. A perplexing inscription suggests an impossible foreign influence. Corrupt authorities, ruthless drug traffickers, and a secretive indigenous population seek to impede Jack’s success at every turn. But his dogged pursuit proves fruitful when he uncovers a religious relic not seen in almost two-thousand years. Along with it, an enigmatic message inscribed in gold hints at an even more important artifact waiting to be discovered. Follow along in this, the fifth of the Jack Cooper Adventure series, as The Sardonyx Epaulets weaves a deft tale of greed, deceit, mystery, and unexpected plot twists. Jack quickly realizes that sometimes it’s hard to know who’s on your side and who’s against you. Available on Amazon – The Sardonyx Epaulets |
| Plundered Radiance
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At an auction house in Istanbul a woman outbids all others to claim a seventh-century love poem which she believes is somehow related to the lost treasure of the Persian Sasanian Dynasty. When the document is later stolen from her, Jack Cooper comes to her aid. In a hostile, war-ravaged Asian mountain wilderness, Jack finds himself aligned with an eclectic group of confederates in a brazen attempt to track down and recover the presumed treasure. The beautiful daughter of a Turkish crime lord, a member of the Solomon Templars, a Mossad agent, Cooper’s ex-wife, and a mysterious man with twenty mules accompany Jack on the audacious quest. But the fortune hunters aren’t alone in their pursuit. An Iranian police captain seeking revenge and an odd pair of British aristocrats aligned with the Crescent Blade gang have joined the fray. The chase is on! Who will triumph in this extraordinary adventure? Bullets and fists fly freely. Cars and trucks collide. Drones and hackers spy. Betrayal lurks around the edges. Deception becomes the eventual key to success. It will take all of Jack Cooper’s expertise and cunning to recover the Plundered Radiance! Join him on this thrilling venture. Available on Amazon – Plundered Radiance |
The Gold Quipu |
The frenzied disgorgements from the Throat of Fire seemed to be the least of Jack Cooper’s worries as he races through the oppressive confines of the Amazon Rainforest, following the directions of an implausible map in an attempt to discover a hidden cache of Inca treasure. What had started out as a simple attempt to rescue an old friend, has turned into a mad scramble to just stay alive. But Jack doesn’t want the treasure for himself. He suspects that concealed amongst the riches is a religious artifact of great importance; something which should not be allowed to fall into the wrong hands, like those of the mysterious Solomon Templars or the ruthless Crimson Blade.Can anything else go wrong, Jack wonders, as he faces deadly challenges from heavily-armed FARC rebels, a secretive all-female tribe, the legendary Mono Grande, a deranged Russian, and a gang of tough, determined stevedores. As usual though, Jack has an eclectic assortment of helpers—a Mossad agent, a skilled computer hacker, a mysterious heroine, and of course his beautiful wife, Molly.Non-stop action with plenty of plot twists and puzzling predicaments, The Gold Quipu is an exhilarating adventure, easy to read, sure to please. Join Jack Cooper as he strives to achieve the impossible while protecting those who deserve safeguarding. Available on Amazon – The Gold Quipu |
The Bronze Ophidian |
Now Available! An earthquake in Tbilisi, Georgia and an old painting that contains a curious anomaly set off an improbable race to recover a long-lost Hebrew relic hidden somewhere in Jerusalem. It’s an eclectic group of searchers, with differing agendas, connections, and skill sets, who form a shaky alliance in an attempt to locate the missing item.Muddling the group’s recovery effort is an empty sarcophagus of a disgraced Biblical character which contains a riddle that needs solving before they can achieve their objective. Moreover, various religious factions throughout the ancient city become involved in ways that might or might not be beneficial.Luckily for the searchers, Jack Cooper, along with his wife Molly, is on holiday in Jerusalem and the pair quickly abandon a relaxing, touristy agenda in exchange for an all-out, hard-charging, danger-ridden search for the relic. Along the way, they’re bewildered, betrayed, and battered, yet still manage to solve the mystery. What could go wrong then?Apparently, everything. Available on Amazon – The Bronze Ophidian |
Other Titles
Double Portion Man |
From the rubble of King Solomon’s shattered realm, arises a prophet of immense spiritual stature. Strutting across Israel’s historical stage, this Biblical legend manifests one incredible miracle after another as he challenges unjust military and political authority, battles fraudulent religious leaders, and encourages oppressed commoners.This adventure story takes you back to a time when the Middle East was younger, but just as volatile as today. Stepping out from the pages of Scripture the Prophet Elisha becomes the Double Portion Man as he dramatically receives Elijah’s mantle and goes on to part a river, blind an army, multiply food, restore the dead to life, heal a leper, deliver a city from famine, and other fantastic miracles. Not left out of this fictional account are strong underlying themes of good versus evil, right versus wrong, obedience versus rebelliousness. This wonderful story informs, entertains, and touches the heart; a spiritual tale with secular appeal. Available on Amazon.com- Double Portion Man |
Peculiar Pairs |
Be prepared to smile and laugh! Peculiar Pairs is a collection of amusing short stories centered around interpersonal interactions between spouses, partners, betrothed, and soul-mates. From spoofs to farce to satire to irony, the quick-reading humorous narratives are meant not only to entertain, but to remind us to take a closer look at those around us and appreciate their unique differences. And if you’re a fan of surprise endings, hidden meanings, and plot twists; get ready to enjoy! Just when you think you’ve got something figured out, the story may take a sudden change in direction.Available on Amazon – Peculiar Pairs |
The Marriage Compact |
The Marriage Compact is an entertaining must-read guide for couples whether they’re newlyweds or have been married for years. Unlike most books, it’s meant to be read together by both spouses, since a response is required at the end of chapters. Notable themes within the marital relationship—such as communication, forgiveness, love, purity and intimacy—are explained and ultimately incorporated into a final document declaring the couple’s love for one another.Unfortunately, the world that we live in today tends to be somewhat antagonistic towards marriage. Both spouses working long hours at demanding jobs, do-it-yourself divorces, distorted views on intimacy, the breakdown of traditions, and weaker family relationships all make marriage appear to be a risky venture.But there’s hope! For those couples willing to implement a few changes and eager to achieve a basic understanding of important relationship concepts, there can be a lifetime of abundant love and endless joy within their marriage. Are you willing? Would you like to repair, renew or strengthen your marriage? Try The Marriage Compact. Buy The Marriage Compact Buy The Marriage Compact E-Book View The Marriage Compact Contract |