Negative Reviews of ‘In the Blood’ - Danger Close with Jack Carr 

I can't wait until July 1st! I signed up for prime specifically for this series. Keep up the good work. Good luck with everything you do in the future.

Man the gun talk is one of my favorite things about these books! Also super unique when it comes to books nowadays in general...please keep up the great work! Can't wait for July 1st!

I love the details you put into the gear that’s used, helps me understand and visualise what he’s using. Everyone talks about products so why can’t characters do that in books, makes them more real.

One of the first reviews: “Too much product placement.” Jack: “Anyway, here’s more of that!” 😂👌🏻

@JackCarrUSA - Another great book!! Wife and I went in to have an induction for the birth of our daughter. I read the entire book in one day waiting on her birth!! My wife wasn’t too happy, but it’s our 3rd kid…haha Keep it up!

It takes an author that is very secure with himself to read his negative reviews. That alone is a winning trait.

Jack I'm currently a truck driver (prior service Marine POG), so I plowed through your whole series in about a week or so. I was screaming "NOO! NOOOOO!" at the close of In the Blood.....one of the best series I've listened to by far. Absolutely stoked about the series and wish there were 5 more books already available! Keep doin what you're doing sir, it's outstanding.

The product placement and details are what really got me into the books. Really gets you into the story when you can picture exactly what's being used.

"In the Blood" is a great novel; I couldn't put it down. I think you're really starting to show your mastery as an author, there were several different parts of this book that I had this thought. I like that you're rhetorical motives are beginning to become more complex as it seems that you are beginning to become more comfortable as an author; there's less predictability in reading your novels this way. The research definitely shows in the past two novels, it is much appreciated as I'm well aware of how much work researching is. My favorite book series! Looking forward to reading what comes next.

I'm probably your atypical reader being a woman, no military experience, and over 55! But I absolutely love your books and In The Blood was a little different but just as enjoyable as the previous novels. I have been impatiently waiting for the Amazon series since the day you announced they were going to produce it. It's been a grueling wait but now it's just around the corner! I agree Chris Pratt was a perfect choice to play Reece. I initially started military thrillers starting with Mitch Rapp. I didn't really get into them though until I started reading on my tablet Kindle app which opened up a whole new world in this genre for me. The ability to highlight different weapons, aircraft, ect right in the app and then doing a quick web search right from the book really deepened my understanding and appreciation for all of those things which really enhanced the story. Now I have my husband hooked on all the authors in this genre that I love reading. As to the bad reviews. I follow a FB page called Military Thrillers that is made up of authors and beta/arc readers like me. One of the things they talked about was the dirty trick of authors, some famous and others hoping to be, leaving negative reviews on books that are best sellers or primarily e-books doing well especially on Amazon. Most, if not all, of the reviews you read seem to fit in that category. Just my 2 cents. Anyways, can't wait for July 1st and your next book!!

I don't understand these "too boring" reviews. I flew through this book in 3 or 4 days. It was great. I do agree that you should definitely start with "The Terminal List" and read them in order.

I’m a huge fan of the books and the details you put in the pages of the novel add a new touch of realism.

Break out the puppy pads. Negative reviews being sung in the key of BIIIIIIIITTTTTCCCCCCHHHHHH! Keep up the great writing Mr. Carr. And the gear reviews!

I like your character James Reece his dedication to service and he gets to do things i have thought about when i was in the field in the service in vietnam. So i get to live vicariously through James Reece. I also like how loyal Reece is to his friends and the mission. Jack thank you for your service.

Great job with the paper wads. Loved all 5 books and can't wait to see the series.

Dude absolutely do NOT stop what you have been doing. Freaking amazing the way it is.

Don’t change a thing. You are doing well.

The greater your reach and risk, the greater the number of (mostly armchair) critics. Bravo for all your work...so far.

Not everyone is going to like everything, just the way it is! Me, I thought the plot and how it developed was awesome, great book man! Can’t wait for the series to start, if fact I’m re-reading Terminal List again to see how close the series comes to the book.

Just finished The Terminal List book last night. I constantly told my wife how good it was. We are both stoked to watch the series! Can't wait! Thank you for your service.

Mr. Carr, I have read all of your previous novels and I am going to pick this one up soon. Am a huge fan, please keep writing and I will keep reading!! Thanks!!

Just wanted to hop on the first video I came to and say I loved your performance in episode 2! I’m loving the show so far and it’s my birthday so I took the day off from work to binge the terminal list on Amazon.

WTH did that reviewer think when he decided to read a novel that was written by a Navy Seal? Perhaps he was browsing his local Barnes & Noble and took too long of a sip from his caramel latte and wound up eight rows from the Shirley MacLaine isle.

I loved this book so much. I feel like each entry in the series, the characters become more real, interact more effortlessly...the books have matured to a point where they paint such a good picture and speak in such a clear voice, that I can't put them down. In the Blood gripped me immediately.....and for the record, the firearm characterization and kit talk is great. Keep it up.

I heart product placement. Well done. As for 10mm, the DA/SA P220 Legend is terrific.

Now this is funny! Love your sense of humor with the negative comments. James Patterson always says he’ll never kill off Alex Cross because he’s the money maker. So don’t kill off James Reece anytime soon. 🤓

Cannot wait for #6.

Outstanding response jack

I just realized Dom shouted James out in his video describing the combat flathead.. Pretty cool of him!

This is the only series of books that I have been able to stick with and remain excited about in my whole life. Keep up the good work @jackcarrusa!

I found this book series solely from looking for books on Audible narrated by Ray Porter (fantastic narrator) and saw the crazy good reviews all the books had. Only to download The Terminal List and see Chris Pratt’s face on the cover and find out it’s going to be a series. I just started book 3 and can’t stop listening. Instant fan!

Good on ya boyo! Looking forward to next week. Congrats!

It’s an excellent story all the way through! Can’t wait for the show series and your next book!

Picked up the Terminal list soon as I saw the first trailer for it on Amazon Prime about two months ago. I'm now on In the blood. I love all the product placement, it lets me know what to ask Santa for, for Christmas!

I love that you drop products and brands throughout your books. It gives the story depth, relatability and authenticity. I also love that you give a nod to the products you love and trust - also supporting a lot of companies that may be considered “woke” by the mainstream media. As far as the book, it was probably my favorite of the series so far. I would say your most important review would be “#1 NY Times Bestseller!”

Just like the previous books in the series, once I started reading, I couldn't put it down. I can't wait to see Chris Pratt portray James Reece and can't wait for the next book. Keep up the good work!

I've read all your books mate, loved every minute. Cannot wait to watch The Terminal List

I'll back you on everything except the BRCC , I'm an Invader Coffee drinker for a reason. Your books are awesome so far , got the 1st. 4 at a Goodwill made it through 1 and a half so far. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

It was a good read. I enjoyed it. Keep them coming. Just a wonderland

I loved In the Blood, it was a great way to transition into the next chapter in James Reece saga. The fact you could go either way: deep sci fi through the looking glass. Or a prison break! Or both! The romance was a nice touch, and the mk ultra history was a great way to tell a story within a story, within a story. Truly brilliant Jack Carr! -Jared (A tactical response Alumni)

I just finished In the Blood yesterday. The only thing I did not like about it was that it ended. I loved it, Jack. I just hope we don't have to wait too long for book 6. Keep them coming, brother.

I loved the book. In my opinion it was the best in the series in terms of non-stop action while progressing the story enough to set up the next book. The little secrecy throughout and the big cliffhanger on the end leaves me on the edge for the next one! Giving us inside into the gear he uses and let the former seals talk & joking about it actually grounds it in reality for me.

OMG I about peed when Mr. Carr starts playing with guns when someone said there was too much gun love....... LOL....LOL..... that was hilarious.....

Got to love someone who is a Ferris Bueller fan! Everyone who read the preceding books knew In The Blood would be doing a wrap of this portion of the James Reece saga with the death of his nemesis. The fights were intense, and expected. You don’t read a Jack Carr book without seeing the gear and acknowledgements of what’s used and who gifted it. Being book five, you got to be doing something right. My book arrived late courtesy of postal service, finished it. Review forthcoming. I loved the finish and intro for the Reece tale to come.

This was your best negative reviews yet. 😄 You can tell they're rolling off you more as you knock more books out of the park! So glad I found your books. They've been important for me. Love what you and your circle these guys don't like you promoting are doing. Thank you.

Jack, taking a chance on The Terminal List all those years ago is one of my best chances I took Keep writing.

Just bought the DRINK COFFEE / STACK BODIES mug thanks to you Jack!!! Love the Books! Shooters know!

I started streaming this at around 8am this morning and I havent moved since. I've just finished watching the whole 8 part series and I am absolutely blown away. The script, the acting, the cinematography, the gun play and the action sequences were off tap, even the score with a little black sabbath and Iron Maiden thrown in (How fking epic is that lol). Incredibly spot on. I watch alot of Military movies and most times they way Navy Seal operators are portrayed seem off to me. They make these dudes out to look like their invincible when that couldn't be further from the truth. These men have a conscience, they fear and love just as deeply as anyone else. I appreciated the fact that we could see this with our main protagonist. Also the movements of how our operators were choreographed from room clearance to recon or gathering intel as well as being in a fire fight were so close to the real thing, and its obvious this was done to showcase how professional frogmen conduct themselves during a conflict of sorts. Chris Pratt delivered a stellar performance in his gripping role as James Reece and his supporting stars helped to amplify an intense aura about the show simultaneously as your watching. Antoine Fuqua has yet again delivered a master class and this will go down in the echelons of Training Day and Shooter to name a few. Just brilliantly well crafted. This series is not for the faint of heart and in saying so its no surprise left wing nutcases who would rather choose to sit and watch Joe Biden sniff hairs at a mardi gra parade find this gem unsettling. Its hard for people like that to understand the dynamics of a brother hood with an unwritten code to protect each other and the ones they love and completely dedicate themselves to honoring that code. This series for me is a 10/10 in my book. Well done Jack Carr and everyone else that brought this legendary story to the big screen.

My favorite author as of last year!! You should do more book tours!!

Jack, Love the shameless plugs in the reading of your neg reviews. That is a perfect example of how to approach the critics. Good times! Keep them coming! Cheers!

Just watched the Terminal list, AWESOME WORK. You are the new Tom Clancy, keep doing what you're doing. BTW, Leeeerrrroooooyyy Jeeeennnnkkiiiinnnnssss..... Had me on the floor dying...

This is from a recent negative review of The Terminal List TV Show… “...we're served up huge helpings of red-meat masculinity, hardheaded jingoism and heavy-handed symbolism. (Oh, and lots and lots of American flags.)" Okay, I’m definitely watching it now if the “critics” hate it 😂

I appreciate the Ferris Bueller reference. But idk what books these “reviewers” read, you’re work is awesome and that’s why it’s a streaming series with the awesome Chris Pratt on Prime Video July 1st.

Book Six!!!! Yay! When?

Awesome video! Very funny and entertaining! I’ve enjoyed all of the books. You are really good at your craft. I’m a huge fan of thrillers and military action novels. Tom Clancy was my favorite author back in the day. I really loved “Mr Clark” . Now my favorites are the Gray man novels, and James Reece. You are doing awesome work Mr Carr. Keep up the great work

Nerding out on the details of weapons, gear, and vehicles is part of what sets this series of books apart and enhances the reading experience for me personally. To each their own, but if someone is not enjoying that in book 5, why are they on book 5? Something kept them engaged and interested.

Book is Five Fucking Stars Jack. The worst part was the Quantum Computer part. That is so scary to even think about. I had to remember that you made that up. The best part was the underwater knife fight with the Half Face Dive knife. Thanks.

Loved in the blood. When does the next one come out???

Just saw a preview for the Terminal List before the new Jurassic Park Movie. Can’t wait !

At least they bought the book! I started reading books again because of your books

I love Jack's response to these clowns. They clearly have zero ability to conceive of how military people talk and interact. Keep crushing it Jack, you are a legend.

I’ve listened to all your books…loved them all❤️

I throughly enjoy reading your books and wanted to let you know I am not former military and I think that you do a good job of making the book understandable and enjoyable for non military people. Your books inspire me to improve as the protector of my family, with that said wish me luck as I try to hunt a chicken coop predator tonight.

I’ve been looking forward to it, always sad when the ride is over.

Got into the book first day it was released. the conversation with Caroline Hastings in the beginning hit me in the gut hard. I’ll admit, this book was a little different.(really helped me through a dark time mentally) But Jacks skills as an author still shine through. After my second read through, I appreciated the story even more. I think some people won’t be able to relate to the changes James has gone through. Would love to read a prequel type of Book. Similar to the flashback to the green one bomb in this book.

Great series

Don’t listen to the haters that book was great!

Love these ä"negative review" videos! They're savage!🔥👌👌

Looking forward to July 1st Amazing all books keep it going

I've listened to all but this most recent book via audible in about a 2 weeks or less. F the haters. Its brilliant. Love the books. Keep writing.

Excellent, the SIG product drop was perfect.

‘In the Blood’ is a great first half of a book.

I loved the book except the ending, can’t wait for the next one. PS, I just hate having to wait.

Can’t put this book down. F’ing awesome!!!

These are hilarious. Some of my fav episodes for sure.

Thank you!

🤣Jack. Love that you do these and have a great sense of humor about doing so. I absolutely loved the book and I was pretty critical of the Devil’s Hand. I think it’s between this and Savage Son as my favorite two.

It was only by chance that I saw this podcast listed as I searched for something to watch. As a creator of G gu;ns and blades myself, military genre of personal weapon use is high on my list. I'm also a consummate audio listener and downloaded the Terminal list. I will terminate the current book I'm listening to, 2nd time around, and start listening to The Terminal List. I'll give you feedback when I'm done. Cheers, liked your podcast.

Savage son..all time favorite

Not original with me, of course but: “You ain’t catchin’ flak till you’re over the target”.

In the Blood novel is a great work of art read, I'm going to check out the Terminal List, keep it up with the good work jack

Worst part of the book....the ending, lift me on a cliff hanger!

LOL The negative reviews are too funny. Love your reviews of the reviews.

Mr Carr, The way you handle edged and non-edged weapons makes me wonder why you have any critics at all. Nonetheless, no statue has ever been erected to a critic.

GO TEAM......HAPPY PRIDE MONTH!!!!!🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈

Greatly enjoyed the book. ....waiting to see how Amazon twists it around.

Phenomenal series. Exceptional author

I can agree that in the blood is not my favorite of the series so far. But I look at it as an amazing set up for the next book.

Badass Jack. Keep'em coming!

I just realized you were in episode 3

maybe its becuase I'm a full on geartard, but I really enjoy the detail about the different equipment used by the characters. 😂😂😂

Absolutely FANTASTIC

I have thoroughly enjoyed all of the stories of James Reese on Audible. Savage Son is my favorite so far, but In the Blood certainly has some fascinating and slightly terrifying ideas of how "bleeding edge" A.I. is shaping geopolitics.

Savage Son and In the Blood I think are the best two books!

Love the content ....one thing jack, plenty of farmers in NY.

LoVe it!!! I will be watching all 8 episodes on July 1st...

This is coming from a very old Senior Citizen, Mr. Carr. Just finished your latest,"In Blood". All I can say is you are one helluva Author. For those who are critical of your "Works", ignore them. They must be "Liberals' who are with feeble minds. Sure hope the new President in your next novel is not a Biden like moron.... Seriously, superb writings. God Bless you and your family. And thanks for your military service.

lol I loved the product placement. I have bought every from coffee to tomahawks...

New reader to the series in prep for the show. I was afraid to watch, but this podcast is great! "Nope, just freedom loving Americans." Epic.

The only problem with these books...Is they end :) keep it up!