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Jack Stratton #5
Data Jack
Grab this hot new mystery-thriller from bestselling author Christopher Greyson. Data Jack is the latest novel in the wildly popular Detective Jack Stratton Mystery Series. We hope you enjoy!Jack Stratton’s back is up against the wall. He’s broke, kicked off the force, and the bounty hunting business has slowed to a trickle. With no money coming in, Jack’s license to carry suspended, and no good job prospects on the horizon, Jack’s got it tough. He thinks things are turning around when Replacement gets a lucrative job setting up a home data network. That is, until he discovers it’s for a handsome, jet-setting software tycoon. The “boy billionaire” as Jack begrudgingly refers to him, takes a liking to computer-savvy Alice. Jealous, Jack thinks life can’t get any worse, but when the computer program the CEO invented becomes the key tool in an international data heist, things turn deadly. In this digital age of hackers, spyware, and cyber terrorism—data is more valuable than gold. The thieves plan to steal the keys to the digital kingdom and with this much money at stake, they’ll kill for it. Can Jack and Replacement stop the pack of ruthless criminals before they can Data Jack?
Data Jack is part of the Detective Jack Stratton Mystery Series that has more than 750 five-star reviews and over 300,000 readers and counting. If you love a page-turning thriller with mystery, humor and a dash of romance, pick up Data Jack today.
This stand-alone novel features rogue hero Jack Stratton. Look for other mystery books featuring Jack Stratton including Girl Jacked, Jack Knifed, Jacks are Wild, Jack and the Giant Killer, and now Data Jack. They can be read in any order.
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First published April 15, 2015
About the author
Christopher Greyson
53 books1,013 followersMy name is Christopher Greyson, and I am a storyteller.
Since I was a little boy, I have dreamt of what mystery was around the next corner, or what quest lay over the hill. If I couldn’t find an adventure, one usually found me, and now I weave those tales into my stories. I am blessed to have written over twenty novels.
My love for tales of mystery and adventure began with my grandfather, a decorated World War I hero. I will never forget being introduced to his friend, a WWI pilot who flew across the skies at the same time as the feared, legendary Red Baron. My love of reading and storytelling eventually led me to write and it’s the best job I’ve ever had.
I love to hear from my readers. Please visit ChristopherGreyson.com, where you can become a preferred reader, download an exclusive Jack Stratton mystery, and receive advanced notifications of book releases and more! Please follow Detective Jack Stratton on Twitter @chris_greyson and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ChristopherG.... Thank you for reading my novels. I hope my stories have brightened your day.
Sincerely,
Christopher Greyson
Since I was a little boy, I have dreamt of what mystery was around the next corner, or what quest lay over the hill. If I couldn’t find an adventure, one usually found me, and now I weave those tales into my stories. I am blessed to have written over twenty novels.
My love for tales of mystery and adventure began with my grandfather, a decorated World War I hero. I will never forget being introduced to his friend, a WWI pilot who flew across the skies at the same time as the feared, legendary Red Baron. My love of reading and storytelling eventually led me to write and it’s the best job I’ve ever had.
I love to hear from my readers. Please visit ChristopherGreyson.com, where you can become a preferred reader, download an exclusive Jack Stratton mystery, and receive advanced notifications of book releases and more! Please follow Detective Jack Stratton on Twitter @chris_greyson and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ChristopherG.... Thank you for reading my novels. I hope my stories have brightened your day.
Sincerely,
Christopher Greyson
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January 20, 2016
Christopher Greyson's latest Jack Stratton novel, Data Jack, takes the reader on the action-packed thrill ride one has come to expect from the series. Former veteran and cop turned successful bounty hunter Jack becomes involved in helping Alice, his beautiful but computer geek girlfriend, after their dog Lady is attacked protecting their apartment during a break-in. With humor and a specific writing style, Greyson has brought Jack to life as a man, haunted by his past, just trying to make a living. Jack Stratton is a character men can respect and women can swoon over, and not only in the novel. I became addicted to the series from the beginning, and I highly recommend reading the Jack Stratton books.
June 17, 2015
I like this series! Easy to read and good action sequences. This one was good although a little lovey-dovey for me (if its going to have a romantic element there may as well be some action!).
The ending could have been better too - the 2 women should have been more of a red herring rather than an 'also ran' and Jack never enquired as to who the 5 guys were or why they were attacking the house.
It was a modern murder mystery weekend setting which worked OK and these stories never get too complicated which is good....I think.
The ending could have been better too - the 2 women should have been more of a red herring rather than an 'also ran' and Jack never enquired as to who the 5 guys were or why they were attacking the house.
It was a modern murder mystery weekend setting which worked OK and these stories never get too complicated which is good....I think.
April 29, 2017
In this book in the Jack Stratton series, Jack is still a bounty hunter bringing in little money when the work dries up. It is up to Replacement/Alice and her self-taught computer skills to bring home money and she gets lucky when she is chosen to work on setting up security with high tech options at the local mansion of what Jack calls a "boy billionaire". Pierce is a nice guy who just wants to code and his skills have made him a billionaire with a successful company only someone is hacking his system and selling his secrets.
Alice and Jack work to help Pierce which makes Jack jealous thinking he can't compete with the handsome, sweet rich guy. This leads to some real stupidity and a few soap opera scenes which is why I took off a star. Also, another goofy situation led to that star coming off. Jack is 26 and Alice is 20. Neither are virgins. Alice was raped as a child in a foster home. Both of them visit their former foster mother Aunt Haddie at the nursing home and she makes them each promise not to have sex with each other unless they are married. They don't want to but they promise. Oh please A 20 year old and a 26 year old are both adults and need to tell their old foster mother to butt out. I wouldn't take that crap off my own real mother!
There are a lot of suspects for Jack and Alice to check out and one of them breaks in and hurts their 110 lb King shepherd Lady!
Alice and Jack work to help Pierce which makes Jack jealous thinking he can't compete with the handsome, sweet rich guy. This leads to some real stupidity and a few soap opera scenes which is why I took off a star. Also, another goofy situation led to that star coming off. Jack is 26 and Alice is 20. Neither are virgins. Alice was raped as a child in a foster home. Both of them visit their former foster mother Aunt Haddie at the nursing home and she makes them each promise not to have sex with each other unless they are married. They don't want to but they promise. Oh please A 20 year old and a 26 year old are both adults and need to tell their old foster mother to butt out. I wouldn't take that crap off my own real mother!
There are a lot of suspects for Jack and Alice to check out and one of them breaks in and hurts their 110 lb King shepherd Lady!
May 10, 2017
Great plot, easy read, characters are entertaining
I have really enjoyed reading the entire Jack Stratton series. The development of the characters, the story plots, and the whodunit of each individual book. As I finished each book I went right into the next one. Christopher Greyson is an excellent writer whose books flow so very well. Can't wait for Jack of Hearts!
I have really enjoyed reading the entire Jack Stratton series. The development of the characters, the story plots, and the whodunit of each individual book. As I finished each book I went right into the next one. Christopher Greyson is an excellent writer whose books flow so very well. Can't wait for Jack of Hearts!
August 27, 2017
Never thought that Replacement would get so whiny
April 24, 2018
Through all these books its always been Alice that has been the jealous one. When the women throw themselves at Jack she is right there to stake her claim. This time its Jacks turn. Pierce, the "boy billionaire" finds Alice amazing. He can talk tech with her she is gorgeous and has a great sense of humor, the only problem is her boyfriend Jack. But Pierce has a thing for going after things he isn't supposed to have.
Alice isn't sure what's going on with Jack. All of a sudden he has pulled back. She is ready to take their relationship to the next level and he has put on the breaks. What she doesn't know is that its all because of a promise he made to their Aunt Haddie.
Jack tries to rein in his jealousy and keep Alice close as she works along side Pierce who has obvious interest in her. When things start to get strange at the mansion and people start getting hurt Jack is called in to the rescue.
Another fun mystery with great characters. These books remind me a bit of Janet Evanovich's number series books which are light hearted mysteries with fun characters that you just want to keep reading about.
Alice isn't sure what's going on with Jack. All of a sudden he has pulled back. She is ready to take their relationship to the next level and he has put on the breaks. What she doesn't know is that its all because of a promise he made to their Aunt Haddie.
Jack tries to rein in his jealousy and keep Alice close as she works along side Pierce who has obvious interest in her. When things start to get strange at the mansion and people start getting hurt Jack is called in to the rescue.
Another fun mystery with great characters. These books remind me a bit of Janet Evanovich's number series books which are light hearted mysteries with fun characters that you just want to keep reading about.
August 15, 2019
Abandoned this book for one simple reason. I love Jack Stratton, and the author took nearly everything from him at the very beginning of the book. Author apparently couldn’t find a better motive than stripping Jack of all income, endangering his rent, income etc etc. Pretty much punishing the character without cause.
This is all made clear in the description, but actually reading why Jack is doing what Jack does through it is not my cup of tea. Tbh, I’m a big fan of coffee, so here we are. It felt like i had missed a book in between the previous book and the start of Data Jack, and that’s seriously not cool. I’ve read the previous books repeatedly and will read them again, but for now, life is too short to listen to Jack being tortured with income problems!
Dear authors, please be very careful about taking everything from your characters just to give them motivation to not back out of some thing. Don’t kill the Hedwig’s either! (Rowling’s excuse was lame, and that act was uncalled for!)
This is all made clear in the description, but actually reading why Jack is doing what Jack does through it is not my cup of tea. Tbh, I’m a big fan of coffee, so here we are. It felt like i had missed a book in between the previous book and the start of Data Jack, and that’s seriously not cool. I’ve read the previous books repeatedly and will read them again, but for now, life is too short to listen to Jack being tortured with income problems!
Dear authors, please be very careful about taking everything from your characters just to give them motivation to not back out of some thing. Don’t kill the Hedwig’s either! (Rowling’s excuse was lame, and that act was uncalled for!)
March 18, 2017
'Data Jack' goes international, Lady's in for the 'dogfight' for her life, Alice and Jack heat-up and then cool-off, a new beau takes an interest in her (and she reciprocates that interest), Jack finds out, a war-zone breaks-out in his palace-of-a-mansion, and both of them help to save her life. Who'll 'get her' in the end? I gotta tell'ya, I'm a little disappointed that the love-triangle problem was resolved and the 'good guy' gets Alice. The answer to my query in 'The Giant Killer' about their relationship moving forward, or splitting-up (for the betterment of both of them) is answered.... I've always liked Marisa and Ki-Ku... and Jack and Alice will always be caring foster siblings... Thanks to Aunt Haddie, the truth will set both of them 'free.'
December 7, 2018
Alice has a job doing wifi setup for a rich tech CEO.
Pierce is trying to write a new program, but doesn’t realize a crew is setting up his wireless. He becomes interested in Alice, they’re both computer geeks, so Jack decides to help Alice and stick around.
The boss on the job is injured by a shelf of equipment falling on him, but Jack is suspicious it’s not an accident.
When it seems there’s a leak, Pierce hires Jack to figure it out, and he does, but there’s more to it. Though Pierce thinks that’s the end of it, Jack figures out there’s a whole other layer involving another traitor and the Russian mob.
Lots of excitement and intrigue, neat scenes with clues and gatherings of suspects, side story in the threat to Jack and Alice’s relationship.
KU
Pierce is trying to write a new program, but doesn’t realize a crew is setting up his wireless. He becomes interested in Alice, they’re both computer geeks, so Jack decides to help Alice and stick around.
The boss on the job is injured by a shelf of equipment falling on him, but Jack is suspicious it’s not an accident.
When it seems there’s a leak, Pierce hires Jack to figure it out, and he does, but there’s more to it. Though Pierce thinks that’s the end of it, Jack figures out there’s a whole other layer involving another traitor and the Russian mob.
Lots of excitement and intrigue, neat scenes with clues and gatherings of suspects, side story in the threat to Jack and Alice’s relationship.
KU
December 6, 2017
What can I say? Another great read in the Jack Stratton series. It is great how from one book to the next it feels like you are more of a part of these couple than just reading about them. Sometimes even getting a job networking can lead you to a case to solve. You may also learn in this book that sometimes even a family pet can turn into a crime-fighting partner. Then when you turn that last page and read that last line and you can't wait for the next book, you know you have a writer that will keep bringing you back to this amazing story.
July 26, 2017
Another great book
Jack Stratton series are so well written each book leaves you anxious for the next! I have read the entire series and reserved the new book. I recommend this to all readers that enjoy suspense and mystery. Jack is so macho but Alice softens him around the edges. The proposal was a great way to end this book. Keep writting Christopher Greyson this fan loves you, Jack and Alice!
Jack Stratton series are so well written each book leaves you anxious for the next! I have read the entire series and reserved the new book. I recommend this to all readers that enjoy suspense and mystery. Jack is so macho but Alice softens him around the edges. The proposal was a great way to end this book. Keep writting Christopher Greyson this fan loves you, Jack and Alice!
February 26, 2019
Nerd alert - it’s really good!
Another fun Jack Stratton novel. This time Jack is out of his element with the case and with a love rival, and Replacement is the star of this novel. This novel is all about digital footprints and identity theft, something that Jack cannot use his strength and street smarts to solve, so it is up to Replacement to shine. Great story and a wild ride.
Another fun Jack Stratton novel. This time Jack is out of his element with the case and with a love rival, and Replacement is the star of this novel. This novel is all about digital footprints and identity theft, something that Jack cannot use his strength and street smarts to solve, so it is up to Replacement to shine. Great story and a wild ride.
August 13, 2020
Absolutely loved these books! I binge read all of the Jack Stratton series, and anxiously waiting for the next one. The characters jump off of the page and grab you.
Another great story about Alice and Jack. This time they help a multi-millionaire find out who is trying to steal the data his company holds. Will they catch him before anyone else gets hurt, or even worse, killed. But how do you catch a killer half a world away?
Another great story about Alice and Jack. This time they help a multi-millionaire find out who is trying to steal the data his company holds. Will they catch him before anyone else gets hurt, or even worse, killed. But how do you catch a killer half a world away?
August 12, 2021
I LOVE A GOOD SERIES
I have friends who chide me all the time for burying myself in a books in a series but I usually fall in love with the characters in a well written story and hate for it to end.
Jack and Replacement are great and masterful creations and their adventures are cleverly woven into intriguing plots. Even the sub-characters are equally appealing.
Moving on to Jack of Hearts because I know I’ll love it too.
Happy reading.
I have friends who chide me all the time for burying myself in a books in a series but I usually fall in love with the characters in a well written story and hate for it to end.
Jack and Replacement are great and masterful creations and their adventures are cleverly woven into intriguing plots. Even the sub-characters are equally appealing.
Moving on to Jack of Hearts because I know I’ll love it too.
Happy reading.
May 14, 2017
If you like a little mystery and suspense and like it without foul language or explicit sex, this is the series for you. While the stories might not be quite as engaging as Baldacci or Grisham, they are still good reads. This is the second Jack Stratton book I've read and I'm going to read the rest.
July 25, 2017
I love Jack Stratton!
These novels actually have the good guys win in the end. And, people like and respect Jack. He is one of the good guys. I love this series. There is action, romance, humor, and likeable characters. This would make a great TV series. I will of course read the next book when it comes out.
These novels actually have the good guys win in the end. And, people like and respect Jack. He is one of the good guys. I love this series. There is action, romance, humor, and likeable characters. This would make a great TV series. I will of course read the next book when it comes out.
August 5, 2017
Love that Jack
I love reading a series and the Jack Stratton series was what I was looking for. I like getting to know the characters. I was sad to be finished the series and can't wait for the next one. So hurry Mr. Grayson and write the next one. I'm sure Jack and Replacement have plenty to get into trouble.
I love reading a series and the Jack Stratton series was what I was looking for. I like getting to know the characters. I was sad to be finished the series and can't wait for the next one. So hurry Mr. Grayson and write the next one. I'm sure Jack and Replacement have plenty to get into trouble.
October 6, 2017
How does love fare when...
Alice gets a job with a handsome and wealthy new boss purely by accident. They become closer as Jack watches to see if he is still in the game when a mystery binds the three of them together in a dangerous game of corporate espionage. Read it and love it like I did!
Alice gets a job with a handsome and wealthy new boss purely by accident. They become closer as Jack watches to see if he is still in the game when a mystery binds the three of them together in a dangerous game of corporate espionage. Read it and love it like I did!
January 23, 2018
Could not put this one down.
I think I broke a record as to how long it took me to read a book. I just could not put this one down. I enjoyed the story and the fast pace in which the author kept it moving. This series has been awesome. Winter is my favorite time to read and these books are great entertainment during the dreary days and cold weather.
I think I broke a record as to how long it took me to read a book. I just could not put this one down. I enjoyed the story and the fast pace in which the author kept it moving. This series has been awesome. Winter is my favorite time to read and these books are great entertainment during the dreary days and cold weather.
September 29, 2018
Another thriller!
Another thrilling adventure for Jack and Alice. When Alice accepts a job from a friend who is working for a millionaire, the hunt is on for a mole amongst the small group of folks working at the small mansion. Alice enlists Jacks' help when the clues don't add up. That's when the fun begins.
Another thrilling adventure for Jack and Alice. When Alice accepts a job from a friend who is working for a millionaire, the hunt is on for a mole amongst the small group of folks working at the small mansion. Alice enlists Jacks' help when the clues don't add up. That's when the fun begins.
October 6, 2018
My fav so far!!!
I would absolutely recommend this!! This really is my favorite so far. Not that by would take away my 5 star rating on the previous books I've read, but the intensity of this book asst the end and then the very ending!?!? I love Jack and Alice, and if you do too, you'll love the ending as much as i did!!
I would absolutely recommend this!! This really is my favorite so far. Not that by would take away my 5 star rating on the previous books I've read, but the intensity of this book asst the end and then the very ending!?!? I love Jack and Alice, and if you do too, you'll love the ending as much as i did!!
February 9, 2019
“You’re like her sun. She revolves around you.” I have become fully invested in Jack’s story and even more so his story with Replacement. With a possible fork in the road, their bond did not falter. While I’m still impressed with Jack’s detective work, I am most intrigued by his heart. Another great one!
August 9, 2020
Jack is still a bounty hunter, which means long hours of surveillance, getting rough up and hoping the boss will pay him. Alice gets a lucrative job,putting in a high security system in Pierce house. With what he is working on, he needs better security. Jealous hits Jack seeing Alice around Pierce. Good action, Murder. Danger, for Jack to figure out. Good series.
October 13, 2020
Jack & Alice
Jack & Alice are a pair to draw to. Never know what is around the corner next.Did miss Lady , wasn't in it as much. Hope she comes back in the next one they all kind of go together like butter & jelly👍
If you get my drift, great story would recommend to anyone who likes mysteries and humor also. Can't wait to move on to the next one..
Tweety🐦
Jack & Alice are a pair to draw to. Never know what is around the corner next.Did miss Lady , wasn't in it as much. Hope she comes back in the next one they all kind of go together like butter & jelly👍
If you get my drift, great story would recommend to anyone who likes mysteries and humor also. Can't wait to move on to the next one..
Tweety🐦
July 31, 2022
What a page-turner! This is another action-packed, edge-of-your-seat story featuring Jack and his friend Replacement. There is a wealthy man who needs their help in securing his home and his software, and of course, there are evil villains who want to breach everything and ruin it all. This series is excellent and not to be missed!
February 29, 2024
Probably my least favorite of the series so far. Not sure why but I had trouble getting into the story. Especially since most of it was Jack being jealous and unemployed once more and Replacement being whinier and more naive than usual. I really hope this isn't the beginning of the decline for this series
November 23, 2016
Data Jack
This has been a great series . I really enjoyed it. I can't wait for the next book in the series to be released . I don't know when that Witt be . I hope soon. I recommend this series.
This has been a great series . I really enjoyed it. I can't wait for the next book in the series to be released . I don't know when that Witt be . I hope soon. I recommend this series.
December 24, 2016
Fantastic as always. The characters are amazing and I don't think I could love Jack and Replacement more. The mystery was on point and kept me guessing. And that ending...just perfect! Now I am impatiently waiting for the next installment!
February 5, 2017
Awesome series!
I absolutely loved this series! The characters are compelling and quirky. The drama never ends. I can't wait for the next book! I'm just sad that I have to wait to find out what happens next! Please hurry!
I absolutely loved this series! The characters are compelling and quirky. The drama never ends. I can't wait for the next book! I'm just sad that I have to wait to find out what happens next! Please hurry!
February 24, 2017
Thrills and excitement
Really enjoyed this last installment of the Jack Stratton series. A bit shorter than the other stories but filled with intrigue, surprises and fun. Fast read and a fun story. A must read! Can't wait for the next adventure of Jack and Replacement.
Really enjoyed this last installment of the Jack Stratton series. A bit shorter than the other stories but filled with intrigue, surprises and fun. Fast read and a fun story. A must read! Can't wait for the next adventure of Jack and Replacement.
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