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Outcomes and Perspective: The Complete Alexis Parker Prequel Series
3 novellas now available in 1 full length novel.
This compilation novel is comprised of three novellas: Assignment Zero, Agent Prerogative, and The Final Chapter, making this the complete Alexis Parker prequel series.
Assignment Zero:
You may know Alexis Parker as a top-notch investigator and security consultant, but before joining the private sector, she was a federal agent.
At approximately 90 pages, this novella chronicles Agent Parker's beginning from her last few days at Quantico through her very first mission as an underling to S.S.A. Mark Jablonsky. As a probationary agent, Alex is learning the ins and outs of conducting a proper investigation, but all bets are off when she ends up undercover with her academy rival, Michael Carver.
Suspicious shipments keep surfacing, and the Los Angeles FBI field office is forced to partner with the Office of International Operations to conduct their investigation. A restaurant employee, a wine collector, and the Russian mafia are all pieces of this daunting puzzle. Weapons are being smuggled into the country, and it's up to Alex and Michael to determine the source before things reach an unsettling end.
Agent Prerogative:
Alexis Parker is close to finishing her two years of training at the Office of International Operations. Having gone undercover to thwart arms dealers, working with Interpol to bring down a group of forgers, and dealing with more paperwork than anyone could ever imagine, she's ready to become a full-fledged federal agent.
Returning from an extended overseas mission, she discovers her rival, Michael Carver, has permanently transferred to the OIO. Her unsteady partnership with her Quantico competitor must fall to the wayside as Alex and Michael are forced to work side by side. This time the FBI is trying to identify and track a group of ATM bandits. The only lead in the case is from an anonymous tip which no one believed to be legitimate until another ATM machine is hijacked. But is the OIO team spread too thin to stop the bandits from going on another crime spree?
The Final Chapter:
In the explosive conclusion to the Alexis Parker prequel series, the OIO is hot on the trail of a bomber. So far, there has only been a single detonation at an impound lot, but with a threatening phone call promising more fireworks, it is a race against time to identify the bomber and stop him before there's more destruction. Agent Parker has been on the job for over four years, chasing suspects, identifying leads, and becoming close with her federal agent brethren, but a single moment may alter the outcome of everyone's fate.
This book contains a bonus excerpt from the first full-length novel in the Alexis Parker series, Likely Suspects.
This compilation novel is comprised of three novellas: Assignment Zero, Agent Prerogative, and The Final Chapter, making this the complete Alexis Parker prequel series.
Assignment Zero:
You may know Alexis Parker as a top-notch investigator and security consultant, but before joining the private sector, she was a federal agent.
At approximately 90 pages, this novella chronicles Agent Parker's beginning from her last few days at Quantico through her very first mission as an underling to S.S.A. Mark Jablonsky. As a probationary agent, Alex is learning the ins and outs of conducting a proper investigation, but all bets are off when she ends up undercover with her academy rival, Michael Carver.
Suspicious shipments keep surfacing, and the Los Angeles FBI field office is forced to partner with the Office of International Operations to conduct their investigation. A restaurant employee, a wine collector, and the Russian mafia are all pieces of this daunting puzzle. Weapons are being smuggled into the country, and it's up to Alex and Michael to determine the source before things reach an unsettling end.
Agent Prerogative:
Alexis Parker is close to finishing her two years of training at the Office of International Operations. Having gone undercover to thwart arms dealers, working with Interpol to bring down a group of forgers, and dealing with more paperwork than anyone could ever imagine, she's ready to become a full-fledged federal agent.
Returning from an extended overseas mission, she discovers her rival, Michael Carver, has permanently transferred to the OIO. Her unsteady partnership with her Quantico competitor must fall to the wayside as Alex and Michael are forced to work side by side. This time the FBI is trying to identify and track a group of ATM bandits. The only lead in the case is from an anonymous tip which no one believed to be legitimate until another ATM machine is hijacked. But is the OIO team spread too thin to stop the bandits from going on another crime spree?
The Final Chapter:
In the explosive conclusion to the Alexis Parker prequel series, the OIO is hot on the trail of a bomber. So far, there has only been a single detonation at an impound lot, but with a threatening phone call promising more fireworks, it is a race against time to identify the bomber and stop him before there's more destruction. Agent Parker has been on the job for over four years, chasing suspects, identifying leads, and becoming close with her federal agent brethren, but a single moment may alter the outcome of everyone's fate.
This book contains a bonus excerpt from the first full-length novel in the Alexis Parker series, Likely Suspects.
304 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 11, 2014
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About the author
G.K. Parks
79 books191 followersG.K. Parks has a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and History. After spending some time in law school, G.K. changed paths and earned a Master of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice. Now, that education is being put to use, creating a fictional world based upon years of study and research.
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My books:
All of my books can be read as standalone novels, but for those who like to know the proper order, I've included it below.
The Alexis Parker Prequel series:
1) Assignment Zero
2) Agent Prerogative
3) The Final Chapter
**note all three are combined in the full-length novel Outcomes and Perspective**
The Alexis Parker series:
1) Likely Suspects
2) The Warhol Incident
3) Mimicry of Banshees
4) Suspicion of Murder
5) Racing Through Darkness
6) Camels and Corpses
7) Lack of Jurisdiction
8) Dying for a Fix
9) Intended Target
10) Muffled Echoes
11) Crisis of Conscience
12) Misplaced Trust
13) Whitewashed Lies
14) On Tilt
15) Purview of Flashbulbs
16) The Long Game
17) Burning Embers
18) Thick Fog
19) Warning Signs
20) Past Crimes
21) Sinister Secret
22) Zero Sum
23) Buried Alive
24) Trouble Brewing
The Julian Mercer series:
1) Condemned
2) Betrayal
3) Subversion
4) Reparation
5) Retaliation
6) Hunting Grounds
The Liv DeMarco series:
1) Dangerous Stakes
2) Operations Stakeout
3) Unforeseen Danger
4) Deadly Dealings
5) High Risk
6) Fatal Mistake
7) Imminent Threat
8) Mistaken Identity
9) Malicious Intent
10) Controlled Burn
Cross Security Investigations:
1) Fallen Angel
2) Calculated Risk
Visit my Amazon author page and follow me on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/G.K.-Parks/e/B...
Find me on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/LikelySuspects
Follow me on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/g.k.parks/
Follow me on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/GKParks
My books:
All of my books can be read as standalone novels, but for those who like to know the proper order, I've included it below.
The Alexis Parker Prequel series:
1) Assignment Zero
2) Agent Prerogative
3) The Final Chapter
**note all three are combined in the full-length novel Outcomes and Perspective**
The Alexis Parker series:
1) Likely Suspects
2) The Warhol Incident
3) Mimicry of Banshees
4) Suspicion of Murder
5) Racing Through Darkness
6) Camels and Corpses
7) Lack of Jurisdiction
8) Dying for a Fix
9) Intended Target
10) Muffled Echoes
11) Crisis of Conscience
12) Misplaced Trust
13) Whitewashed Lies
14) On Tilt
15) Purview of Flashbulbs
16) The Long Game
17) Burning Embers
18) Thick Fog
19) Warning Signs
20) Past Crimes
21) Sinister Secret
22) Zero Sum
23) Buried Alive
24) Trouble Brewing
The Julian Mercer series:
1) Condemned
2) Betrayal
3) Subversion
4) Reparation
5) Retaliation
6) Hunting Grounds
The Liv DeMarco series:
1) Dangerous Stakes
2) Operations Stakeout
3) Unforeseen Danger
4) Deadly Dealings
5) High Risk
6) Fatal Mistake
7) Imminent Threat
8) Mistaken Identity
9) Malicious Intent
10) Controlled Burn
Cross Security Investigations:
1) Fallen Angel
2) Calculated Risk
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February 20, 2015
Alexis Parker is even more relatable and intriguing after reading the prequel. Having read the complete series (to date), ending with the prequel, I am now rereading the first book in the series. The character writing, storytelling, and mystery are always top notch, calling the reader back for more. Each book leaves the reader longing to know what Alex will be up to next, which players will be involved in the story, and how Alex's character will evolve. This is a "can't miss" series for readers of the genre.
April 27, 2021
This is a great book to get an introduction to Alexis Parker. The book is broken up into 3 stories, each one showing different aspects of Alexis's methods.
The 1st story has Alexis graduating from the FBI academy and being assigned to OIO. Her 1swt case revolves around the investigation of aa potential arms dealer. She is paired up with Mike Carver, who is on-loan from the L.A. office. Their task is to go undercover and keep tabs on the suspected dealer. As the case goes on, Alexis starts to believe that this individual is not the one involved. She and Mike eventually develop a lead which provides the identity of who the individual is that they are looking for. The team eventually is able to complete the case.
The 2nd story is about a group of robbers who are hitting ATM's and stealing the money. Alexis and her boss have just gotten back from Paris where they assisted Interpol in solving a case. The team is given the case and this time Alexis is working as a teller at a bank and Mike, was transferred from L.A., is working as a clerk in a convenience story. Working on a tip, they are able to prevent a robbery at the convenience story and wind up arresting a suspect. After interviewing the individual, they wind up with another name of a person who might be involved. Eventually the bank where Alexis was at, is being robbed and Alexis is told by the robber to take him to where the safe deposit boxes were. The OIO team is able to overtake to 2 individuals that stayed with the other bank employees. The shooting caused the individual that Alexis took to the vault, to hold Alexis as a hostage, but Mike arrived and Alexis ended up stabbing the individual and closing the case.
The last story is about the search for a bomber that they were tipped off intended to do more. The initial bomb was detonated at the police impound lot. The OIO team in their investigation started searching for the individual whose car exploded. Later, Alexis and Mike came to the belief that they were looking at the event the wrong way. This was proven out when the police were searching the impound lot discovered a body. Following information that was discovered they began to key in on an individual who had his court case dismissed. It was discovered that this individual had been making threatening calls to the ADA that was prosecuting him. Eventually the team was able to gather enough information to bring the case to an end. Unfortunately things did not work out well for certain members of the team.
To discover more about each of the cases and what happened in the end that bothered Alexis, then you must read this book.
The 1st story has Alexis graduating from the FBI academy and being assigned to OIO. Her 1swt case revolves around the investigation of aa potential arms dealer. She is paired up with Mike Carver, who is on-loan from the L.A. office. Their task is to go undercover and keep tabs on the suspected dealer. As the case goes on, Alexis starts to believe that this individual is not the one involved. She and Mike eventually develop a lead which provides the identity of who the individual is that they are looking for. The team eventually is able to complete the case.
The 2nd story is about a group of robbers who are hitting ATM's and stealing the money. Alexis and her boss have just gotten back from Paris where they assisted Interpol in solving a case. The team is given the case and this time Alexis is working as a teller at a bank and Mike, was transferred from L.A., is working as a clerk in a convenience story. Working on a tip, they are able to prevent a robbery at the convenience story and wind up arresting a suspect. After interviewing the individual, they wind up with another name of a person who might be involved. Eventually the bank where Alexis was at, is being robbed and Alexis is told by the robber to take him to where the safe deposit boxes were. The OIO team is able to overtake to 2 individuals that stayed with the other bank employees. The shooting caused the individual that Alexis took to the vault, to hold Alexis as a hostage, but Mike arrived and Alexis ended up stabbing the individual and closing the case.
The last story is about the search for a bomber that they were tipped off intended to do more. The initial bomb was detonated at the police impound lot. The OIO team in their investigation started searching for the individual whose car exploded. Later, Alexis and Mike came to the belief that they were looking at the event the wrong way. This was proven out when the police were searching the impound lot discovered a body. Following information that was discovered they began to key in on an individual who had his court case dismissed. It was discovered that this individual had been making threatening calls to the ADA that was prosecuting him. Eventually the team was able to gather enough information to bring the case to an end. Unfortunately things did not work out well for certain members of the team.
To discover more about each of the cases and what happened in the end that bothered Alexis, then you must read this book.
September 21, 2018
Alexis Parker Series the best I have read!
I have now read all the books and I can tell you without a doubt this is a series you will want to put the time into. I read the series,the Mercer series, the prequel. All of it. Surely there will be another. It is hard to believe that each book is better than the last. Start today so you'll be ready for the book that is to come out in the fall of 2018.
I have now read all the books and I can tell you without a doubt this is a series you will want to put the time into. I read the series,the Mercer series, the prequel. All of it. Surely there will be another. It is hard to believe that each book is better than the last. Start today so you'll be ready for the book that is to come out in the fall of 2018.
January 21, 2021
A real winner
5 stars plus. It is so realistic that it appears to be the actual FBI files. GK has the knack for writing that holds the reader spell bound as though one was actually at the scene, definitely a must read to the end story
Thank you GK for giving me the opportunity to read this book.
Ann Motlok (dazee On Amazon review)
5 stars plus. It is so realistic that it appears to be the actual FBI files. GK has the knack for writing that holds the reader spell bound as though one was actually at the scene, definitely a must read to the end story
Thank you GK for giving me the opportunity to read this book.
Ann Motlok (dazee On Amazon review)
January 28, 2021
This is the first book by G. K. Parks for me and it was a great story.
Alexis Parker worked hard to be the best federal agent she could. She was top of her class. It's a great story, with lots of pace, lots of situations, some worrisome and some fun antics between Alex and her partner, Carver, whom she became close to. Devastating end.
Alexis Parker worked hard to be the best federal agent she could. She was top of her class. It's a great story, with lots of pace, lots of situations, some worrisome and some fun antics between Alex and her partner, Carver, whom she became close to. Devastating end.
June 2, 2021
All connected
The start of Alex's career is very promising; she is a top scorer and the only thorn in her side is Carver, a fellow trainee. She starts in the real world only to find that Carver gets transferred to the same office. They work together and soon find that all actions have consequences. Absorbing.
The start of Alex's career is very promising; she is a top scorer and the only thorn in her side is Carver, a fellow trainee. She starts in the real world only to find that Carver gets transferred to the same office. They work together and soon find that all actions have consequences. Absorbing.
July 4, 2021
Outcomes and Perspective was certainly that. I have read all 19 books in the Alexis Parker series and this prequel gave me insight into Alex. Her behavior and love/hate relationship with OIO is now more understandable. I found myself in tears at the end of this book. I may go back and read the entire series once again.
January 25, 2023
Great FBI thriller
This story kept you on your toes until the end. Lots of drama and suspense. It gave you insight into what an agent goes through every day and how dangerous their job can be. I was a little disappointed that Michael died. I was hoping that Alexis and him would have a happy ending!
This story kept you on your toes until the end. Lots of drama and suspense. It gave you insight into what an agent goes through every day and how dangerous their job can be. I was a little disappointed that Michael died. I was hoping that Alexis and him would have a happy ending!
February 15, 2023
Perspective
Right up until the last few paragraphs, I could have given this book 5 stars. But the way it ended just felt like a cliffhanger. I suppose it isn't really a cliffhanger, but I think it could have been worded differently to not sound so much like a cliffhanger. Anyway, you'll need some tissues when you read it.
Right up until the last few paragraphs, I could have given this book 5 stars. But the way it ended just felt like a cliffhanger. I suppose it isn't really a cliffhanger, but I think it could have been worded differently to not sound so much like a cliffhanger. Anyway, you'll need some tissues when you read it.
April 23, 2021
Compelling and fascinating
Characters that are warm and well developed. A fast paced story about a couple of young agents, their first cases, and unrequited lust (at least on one part). Well constructed and not overly wordy. This sets up for a series, beware.
Characters that are warm and well developed. A fast paced story about a couple of young agents, their first cases, and unrequited lust (at least on one part). Well constructed and not overly wordy. This sets up for a series, beware.
May 6, 2021
A worthwhile prequel to the Alexis Parker series.
A worthwhile prequel to the Alexis Parker series. I read two of the books in the series first. This helps explain some things. This one is along the lines of a police procedural.
A worthwhile prequel to the Alexis Parker series. I read two of the books in the series first. This helps explain some things. This one is along the lines of a police procedural.
June 22, 2021
Incoming
It was good to read about life before OIO and how Alexis was introduced to James Martin. The following books, all of which I have read included James and were some of the best I have read in this genre. Both great characters.
It was good to read about life before OIO and how Alexis was introduced to James Martin. The following books, all of which I have read included James and were some of the best I have read in this genre. Both great characters.
August 5, 2021
Yes, it's three prequel stories, but the characters are relatable, the stories are interesting and the writing style is enjoyable. The third story made me cry, but I won't say why; you'll need to read the book.
September 5, 2021
Interesting and good characters
I liked this book a lot as it held my interest from start to finish. The only issue I had was the division into 3 parts made it feel as though it was 3 books which I found odd. Otherwise it was a great book which I would definitely recommend.
I liked this book a lot as it held my interest from start to finish. The only issue I had was the division into 3 parts made it feel as though it was 3 books which I found odd. Otherwise it was a great book which I would definitely recommend.
October 4, 2023
Awesome read
The Alexis Parker series is outstanding. I have made my way thru the prequels and all 24 books that followed. G.K. Parks is a wonderful author. Anxiously awaiting book 25 to drop at the end of October. Highly recommended reading.
The Alexis Parker series is outstanding. I have made my way thru the prequels and all 24 books that followed. G.K. Parks is a wonderful author. Anxiously awaiting book 25 to drop at the end of October. Highly recommended reading.
November 11, 2023
WOW!!!! better then I expected
I hope their is another Case File. This is by far the best FBI book that I’ve read. I enjoyed the humor between Alexis and Carver. The book was hard to put down , but I did for it to last longer. I hope you enjoy this book as much as I did.
I hope their is another Case File. This is by far the best FBI book that I’ve read. I enjoyed the humor between Alexis and Carver. The book was hard to put down , but I did for it to last longer. I hope you enjoy this book as much as I did.
December 12, 2023
Great read!
I no enjoyed this story very much! The characters were interesting and plot had twists and turns that surprised me. I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys mysteries and FBI stories!
I no enjoyed this story very much! The characters were interesting and plot had twists and turns that surprised me. I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys mysteries and FBI stories!
April 30, 2019
Prequels
I read these after I started the series. Interesting stuff. It answered some questions on how it all got started, and why Alexis was looking for another job.
I read these after I started the series. Interesting stuff. It answered some questions on how it all got started, and why Alexis was looking for another job.
July 21, 2020
Outcomes and Perspective
This is a prequel to all of the first Alexis Parks books it goes into detail on why she isbthe way she is
This is a prequel to all of the first Alexis Parks books it goes into detail on why she isbthe way she is
January 22, 2021
Great book
Enjoyed reading this book. Looking forward to reading more in the series from this author. Wish I found these before now
Enjoyed reading this book. Looking forward to reading more in the series from this author. Wish I found these before now
March 28, 2021
Like three books in one about the start of two agents careers and the sad end of one. Nicely written with good characters and procedural descriptions of their work. Well worth reading.
April 7, 2021
Great book, setting and premise are wonderful. A little disappointed in the ending.
December 19, 2021
Please see individual stories for review.
April 25, 2022
Fast paced and action packed.
I found the characters had depth and were believable.
The story,whilst being fast paced, still had sufficient detail to make it interesting.
I found the characters had depth and were believable.
The story,whilst being fast paced, still had sufficient detail to make it interesting.
September 14, 2023
A very good story well told .
Alexis Parker and her F B I team fight through bad men ,tough jobs and murder to solve several die and different cases.
Alexis Parker and her F B I team fight through bad men ,tough jobs and murder to solve several die and different cases.
March 3, 2025
Good...
... It's a good book to have it read. Funny and well mounted with characters and actions. I've had a good time with this one :-).
... It's a good book to have it read. Funny and well mounted with characters and actions. I've had a good time with this one :-).
July 27, 2016
Although I had read parts of this compilation novel previously (Assignment Zero and Agent Prerogative), I figured I would pick up the compilation and read them all straight through. Unlike the other Alexis Parker books, the plot is much more fast-paced. It begins with Alex Parker's Quantico graduation and concludes with her job application to Martin Technologies.
Comprised of three different stories, they easily blend together and can be read as a single novel. The Final Chapter was emotionally charged, and I think the author did an excellent job depicting life's tragedies. Even the dedication was particularly poignant.
This book put the other two novels in the series (Likely Suspects and The Warhol Incident) into greater perspective. A more apt title might have been The Psychology of Alexis Parker because now I understand why she sleeps on the couch, why she hates being called ma'am, and the reason for her insecurities in Likely Suspects. It also made her resistance and arguments with Martin in The Warhol Incident so much clearer. Now I will have to reread the other two novels to see if it changes my opinion on the previous two.
Comprised of three different stories, they easily blend together and can be read as a single novel. The Final Chapter was emotionally charged, and I think the author did an excellent job depicting life's tragedies. Even the dedication was particularly poignant.
This book put the other two novels in the series (Likely Suspects and The Warhol Incident) into greater perspective. A more apt title might have been The Psychology of Alexis Parker because now I understand why she sleeps on the couch, why she hates being called ma'am, and the reason for her insecurities in Likely Suspects. It also made her resistance and arguments with Martin in The Warhol Incident so much clearer. Now I will have to reread the other two novels to see if it changes my opinion on the previous two.
June 7, 2015
Good readings
Enjoyed the prequel series as it ties into full length novels. Easy to get caught up in the suspense and drama.
Enjoyed the prequel series as it ties into full length novels. Easy to get caught up in the suspense and drama.
May 26, 2021
Good read. Nice plot. Would read author again.
September 8, 2024
Loved every second and it's nice to know the background after reading the series to date and then reading this.
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