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National Burden (Corps Justice Book 5) Kindle Edition

by C. G. Cooper (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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A new president under pressure... Threats coming from every angle... The SSI team caught in the middle... Following his predecessor's abrupt departure, newly appointed President Brandon Zimmer must deal with aggressors at home and abroad. The sharks sense his weakness and are out for blood. The burden might just be too much to handle for the young president. Will President Zimmer cave to outside forces, or stand strong with his friends from Stokes Security International (SSI), like former Marine Cal Stokes and ex-Navy SEAL Travis Haden? And with their own responsibilities weighing heavy on their shoulders, will the team at SSI be able to stop a plot to manipulate the stock market and the country's economy? Regardless of the outcome, one thing is for certain: Everything is about to change. A portion of all profits from the sale of my novels goes to fund Operation C4, a non profit dedicated to supporting young military officers in and out of uniform. For more information visit OperationC4.com.
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"Fascinating and a bit too realistic given what's going on in Washington, DC and the world." - EMG"Picked it up and couldn't put it down." - L. Frye"If you like mystery, drama, intrigue, teamwork, loyalty, trust, allegiance, pride, friendship...this story has it all." - D.J."Holy crap!!!!! What an amazing ending." - P. Champagne"I have a problem with the books in this series, every time I start a new book especially at night, it cuts into my sleep time." - Glen W.

About the Author

David Colacci has been an actor and a director for over thirty years, and has worked as a narrator for over fifteen years. He has won AudioFile Earphones Awards, earned Audie nominations, and been included in Best of the Year lists by such publications as Publishers Weekly, AudioFile magazine, and Library Journal.

C. G. Cooper served in the United States Marine Corps after graduating from the University of Virginia. He is the author of the Corps Justice novels and the Chronicles of Benjamin Dragon series.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00L2X37QS
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ JBD Entertainment, LLC (June 17, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 17, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2331 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 286 pages
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C. G. Cooper is the USA TODAY and AMAZON BESTSELLING author of the CORPS JUSTICE novels, several spinoffs and a growing number of stand-alone novels.

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WHY C. G. COOPER MATTERS

Fiction has the power to change lives.

Pay a visit to Cooper Country and you’ll understand why. With his unique voice and flair for creating characters you’d love to hang out with, C. G. Cooper imparts every one of his novels with messages that perfectly illuminate what Faulkner called, “the human heart in conflict with itself.” In them, characters confront hard truths about life, the necessity of war, the military industrial complex, and why and how good men and women die.

But there are messages within the messages.

There is the power of the individual to triumph over evil against overwhelming odds; the struggle of good people against their inner demons; there is brotherhood, family, the discovery of allies in unexpected places, struggles with faith; there is community; there is authenticity; Cooper’s heart is on every page, beating hard and fast through action and moments of tenderness alike.

Expect high-octane action, slow-burn thrills, and gut-wrenching drama. Expect the ultimate conflict of the human heart.

This is Cooper Country. Lives will change.

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Drawing on his days as an infantry officer in the United States Marine Corps—a stint that came on the heels of a degree in foreign affairs from UVA—Cooper sifted his experience through his vivid imagination and created Corps Justice, the first novel in the beloved Corps Justice series. Thus, a band of characters was born that would go on to enthrall readers throughout 17 novels and counting. With more than 2 million book downloads and multiple appearances in the Amazon Top 100, C. G. Cooper remains one of the most successful USA TODAY and Amazon best-selling authors.

In 2020, he won the prestigious James Webb Award presented by the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation for his novel Chain of Command.

In addition to bouncing around the country in search of the perfect vacation (turns out, it is anywhere with his family), Cooper has called Nashville home ever since his final Marine duty station. When not enjoying the laid-back lifestyle of Music City, he’s doing his best to add more novels to the growing list at cg-cooper.com.

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Nancy K. Oliver
5.0 out of 5 stars The Enemy With
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2017
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As I read each book, the stories get better and better. National Burden was no exception as it is the best one yet. This one was full of surprises, and was very fast paced. President Zimmer really comes into his own as he is plotted against again by yet another elite egotist who thinks he would be the ideal president. However, the ante this time affects the entire world economy, and many players are involved. It seems like two different stories are happening as Cal is pulled into a job with a billionaire's life at stake, while the story with the president is happening. This time, the stakes are much higher, and the enemy is much closer. There are many edge of your seat moments throughout the book, and the company is at stake as well.

I'm really loving this series, and am more than ready for the next book! The characters in these books are developed to the point where you feel really involved with each one, and you really want to see what they do next.
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DJD
4.0 out of 5 stars ... only person who read the book and was rather bored. I have up until this book loved his ...
Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2014
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I will first start by saying the ratings are all 5's so I must be the only person who read the book and was rather bored. I have up until this book loved his work. I came in with Cal, his security company and his employees. There was more action which is what I like. I could relate to Cal with his major dislike of politicians. The book had unethical and crooked politicians and people with money who had the attitude of wanting to controlling the world. How is that different than what we have in office now? Its frustrating enough to hear how the politicians don't work for their constituents, rich people wanting more control and money, and the United States continuing to be hurt by their pathetic performance. I did a lot of skip reading and kept the storyline going. I have to say though that Mr. Cooper does expand his characters well and knows how to develop his plot. I would just like to see him go back to original characters. By the way, I thought Travis leaving the business was kind of a slap in Cal's face and thought Cal would be ticked with him for a while. Cal hates working as the CEO, he is the action guy. Would I read another of Mr. Coopers books on this series? Definitely! I have to because of "The Hammer's" last line telling Cal he needs to leave the company has me pacing around waiting to find out whats next. Hurry up Mr. Cooper I can't wait to get the next book.
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Gabi Rosetti
5.0 out of 5 stars "The people that are after me…”
Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2018
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At the end of PRESIDENTIAL SHIFT, the President called Cal and told him to watch his press conference. He gave a speech, then promptly resigned, naming VP Brandon Zimmer as the new President — it was a move nobody expected. President Zimmer faces threats from home and abroad during his first weeks in office. Will he hold out or give in?

President Zimmer chooses an interesting Chief of Staff and picks an even more interesting Vice President (I am not sure I am happy with one of the career changes)... The SSI team works to "stop a plot to manipulate the stock market and the country's economy"...

The fifth book in the Corp Justice series is different as in there is less shoot 'em up action than in previous books, but that is not a bad thing. Much of the story took place in Washington DC; there were plenty of shifty politicians with grandiose ideas and greedy plans to become richer and more powerful. Then there are the patriots who will do whatever it takes to protect America and her people. There were plenty of twists and turns to keep things interesting. The biggest shock to me was the Whiskey-Tango-Foxtrot ending! I cannot wait to get started on LETHAL MISCONDUCT!
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Michael E. Myers
5.0 out of 5 stars A Corps Justice thriller, National Burden is an Endless Source of Enjoyment
Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2014
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After four complete novels in the Corps Justice series, C G Cooper introduces his main characters in "National Burden" as well developed, exciting, and extremely entertaining. This fifth novel spins an intriguing tale of a newly appointed President of the United States, with deep connections to Cal Stokes, who needs the support and friendship of an organization with strong morals and dedication to the core. The Corps Justice crew are just the medicine the doctor ordered when things get out of hand. Written with passion, good ole Marine Corps humor, and fresh eyes with eager hearts of young professional fighting men, "National Burden" is an easy read that will keep the reader turning the pages until the final chapter. If you have a passion for reading a well-written, exciting book, then "National Burden" should be the next book you buy.
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Ned Arick
4.0 out of 5 stars A Positively Entertaining Depiction of the Evolution of Justice
Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2016
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I'm not aware of a plausible scenario of politically related manipulation-especially in Washington D.C.-that could result in the Secretary of State (Dryburgh in this instance)- successfully becoming the President of the United States. There was the one time when (I think) Sec. State Westmoreland (?) made the public announcement that he had the U.S. Presidency well in hand during a particularly distressing time in our latter 20th century national experience...Note that Secretary (and Four Star General, U.S. Army, Ret.) Westmoreland was quickly apprised of the Constitutional process developed by our dedicated and intuitive leaders that assures an organized, successful ascendancy to the Presidency of the United States. In National Burden, C.G. Cooper continues his literary expertise in a well constructed novel that portrays dedicated, well trained patriots who, when necessary, perform missions that will hopefully and prayerfully not be necessary in the not-so-distant future. With few reservations, I recommend this and all Mr. Cooper's Corp Justice series novels (and short stories)...to mature and discerning readers.
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Jacqueline Burgess
5.0 out of 5 stars Corps Justice Book 5: Keeps Getting Better!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 28, 2021
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I just can’t stop reading these books. They’re absolutely brilliant and get better each book. There are always twists and turns, friends who turn out to be enemies but you never see it coming. Absolutely superb. Keep them coming. I might only be starting on book 6 but I’m a quick reader!! Definitely worthy of 5 stars.
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Yim
5.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining
Reviewed in Canada on June 15, 2017
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I love this series it's worth your time to get this series a day you won't be able to stop until you read z.
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Raghunath K
4.0 out of 5 stars Good thriller
Reviewed in India on June 24, 2017
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Interesting read with many sub plots and power politics. However, no details about finding out stock manipulation - we are as clueless as Neil and Jonas. Though SSI has excellent rapport with the President, unlimited access to him and first name relationship seems little hard to believe.
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Lindsay Holmes
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent reading
Reviewed in Australia on June 15, 2015
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I'm thoroughly enjoying the Corps Justice series, have read them from the beginning. Whilst they are standalone stories, if you read them out of sequence I would suggest you would miss out on some of the character build ups. All the stories I have read so far are difficult to put down once you start. The author has a happy knack of putting you right in the picture (close your eyes and you can almost picture the characters, terrain and scene from his descriptions). I know it might seem one dimensional to be reading a series from the one author. But I am having difficulty getting to other books on my kindle, I'm always looking for the next Corps Justice book.
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survivor
4.0 out of 5 stars a great read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 15, 2020
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a good follow on in the series
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