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Raúl Rodríguez Calvoz is an American businessman and author, known for his extensive work in law, corporate leadership, and his writings under the pen name JK Franko. He has made significant contributions in various industries and is recognized for his crime thrillers, particularly in Spain.
Early Life
[edit]Raúl Calvoz was born in Texas in 1968. His mother's family emigrated from Cuba in 1959 following the rise of Fidel Castro, and his father is a fourth-generation South Texan with Mexican and Spanish heritage.[1]
Education
[edit]Raúl holds degrees in philosophy from the University of the Incarnate Word, a law degree from St. Mary’s Law School, and an MBA from the University of Texas, Austin, all achieved with honours.[2]
Career
[edit]Raúl began his professional career as a partner and trial attorney, practicing law for nearly a decade. He then transitioned into the corporate world, taking on significant roles within Fortune 500 companies.[3][4]
Writing Career
[edit]Raúl Calvoz writes under the pen name JK Franko. As JK Franko, he is an accomplished author known for his crime thrillers, which are particularly popular in Spain. His notable works include the Talion series, which has received critical acclaim for its intricate plots and engaging storytelling.[5]
Roy Cruise Series
[edit]Raúl Calvoz, under the pen name JK Franko, has authored the Roy Cruise series, a gripping trilogy that delves into themes of revenge, justice, and moral dilemmas. The series includes:
Eye for Eye
[edit]Eye for Eye is the first book in the Roy Cruise series. The novel follows respected businessman Roy Cruise, whose perfect life is shattered when his daughter is senselessly killed. Driven by inconsolable grief and a thirst for justice, Roy plans the perfect murder. However, his desire for revenge leads him into a complex web of deceit, revealing that in the game of retribution, only the smartest survive.[6]
Tooth for Tooth
[edit]Tooth for Tooth is the second book in the series. Roy Cruise believes he has committed the perfect crime, but as his enemies gather and the police close in, he realizes there is always one loose end. In this relentless sequel, Roy must fight not only for his survival but also for everything he holds dear. The hunter becomes the hunted in a thrilling journey of cat and mouse.[7]
Life for Life
[edit]Life for Life concludes the trilogy. After barely surviving an assassination attempt, Roy Cruise and his wife Susie find themselves under police surveillance. With numerous foes plotting against him, Roy must outwit his adversaries to survive. The third book brings Roy’s journey of revenge to a shocking conclusion, proving that sometimes the best justice is the one we exact ourselves.[8]
Talion Series (Spanish Versions)
[edit]In Spain, JK Franko’s Talion series has been widely recognized. The series includes:
Ojo por Ojo
[edit]Ojo por Ojo is the Spanish version of Eye for Eye. It follows Roy Cruise as he seeks justice for his daughter's death. His meticulous plan for revenge leads him into a dangerous game of cat and mouse.[9]
Diente por Diente
[edit]Diente por Diente is the Spanish version of Tooth for Tooth. Roy Cruise continues his quest for revenge, but as the stakes rise, he finds himself becoming the hunted.[10]
Vida por Vida
[edit]Vida por Vida is the Spanish version of Life for Life. The final book in the series, it concludes Roy Cruise’s journey of vengeance and justice.[11]
Media Appearances
[edit]JK Franko, the pen name of Raúl Calvoz, has been featured in various notable media outlets for his acclaimed works.
Magazine Interviews
[edit]JK Franko has been interviewed and featured in major publications, highlighting his success and the impact of his Talion series:
- Esquire: "JK Franko: Todos llevamos un asesino dentro"[12]
- Vanity Fair: "Así es J.K. Franko: el abogado que dejó todo para escribir"[13]
- HOLA!: "Jeff Bezos compra su nueva mansión en Miami a Raquel Cordón"[14]
Works
[edit]- Calvoz, R. & Davis, B.W. "The Texas Miracle" 2 *Texas Ed. Rev.* 203 (2014).[15]
- Calvoz, R. Davis, B.W. & Gooden, M.A. "Constitutional Implications of School Punishment for Cyber Bullying" 2014 *Cardozo L. Rev.* de novo 104.[16]
- Calvoz, R., Davis, B.W., & Gooden, M.A. "Cyber Bullying and Free Speech: Striking an Age-Appropriate Balance." *61 Cleveland State Law Review* 357 (2013).[17]
- Calvoz, R., Bell, C.J., Spikes, D., & Lippa A.P. (2013). "Student-to-Student Sexual Harassment." In S.E. Eckes, J.F. Mead, L.R. McNeal, M.S. Torres, Jr., M.A. Gooden (Eds.), *The Principal's Legal Handbook* (5th Ed.). Ohio: Education Law Association.[18]
- Calvoz, R., Davis, B.W., & Gooden, M.A. "On-campus punishment for off-campus behavior? What every principal should know about cyberbullying." *Texas Study of Secondary Education*, Vol.XXII, No. 2 at p. 10 (Spring 2013).[19]
- Calvoz, R. *The End of Law* (Bleak House Publishing 2000).[20]
- Calvoz, R. *4L: a survival guide for first-year lawyers*. Talion Publishing, 2020.[21]
- Calvoz, R. "God is Dead: Killed by Fifty Years of Establishment Clause Jurisprudence," 23 *St. Mary's Law Journal* 1155 (1992).[22]
References
[edit]- ^ "J.K. Franko: "Todos los sistemas, incluido el judicial, son manipulables"". La Razón. Retrieved 20 August 2024.
- ^ "Killing Johnny Miracle: J.K. Franko". Lynchburg Reads. Retrieved 20 August 2024.
- ^ "Rodríguez becomes named partner in San Antonio Firm". San Antonio Express-News: 2H. February 23, 1997.
- ^ "Rodríguez becomes named partner in San Antonio Firm". Hispanic Business: 56. May 1997.
- ^ "Raúl Calvoz Biography". raulcalvoz.com. Retrieved 6 August 2024.
- ^ "Eye for Eye (Roy Cruise Book 1)". Amazon. Retrieved 6 August 2024.
- ^ "Tooth for Tooth (Roy Cruise Book 2)". Amazon. Retrieved 6 August 2024.
- ^ "Life for Life (Roy Cruise Book 3)". Amazon. Retrieved 6 August 2024.
- ^ "Ojo por Ojo". Amazon. Retrieved 6 August 2024.
- ^ "Diente por Diente". Amazon. Retrieved 6 August 2024.
- ^ "Vida por Vida". Amazon. Retrieved 6 August 2024.
- ^ "JK Franko: Todos llevamos un asesino dentro". Esquire. Retrieved 6 August 2024.
- ^ "Así es J.K. Franko: el abogado que dejó todo para escribir". Vanity Fair. Retrieved 6 August 2024.
- ^ "Jeff Bezos compra su nueva mansión en Miami a Raquel Cordón". HOLA!. Retrieved 6 August 2024.
- ^ Calvoz, R.; Davis, B.W. (2014). "The Texas Miracle". Texas Ed. Rev. 2: 203.
- ^ Calvoz, R.; Davis, B.W.; Gooden, M.A. (2014). "Constitutional Implications of School Punishment for Cyber Bullying". Cardozo L. Rev. de novo: 104.
- ^ Calvoz, R.; Davis, B.W.; Gooden, M.A. (2013). "Cyber Bullying and Free Speech: Striking an Age-Appropriate Balance". Cleveland State Law Review. 61 (2): 358–389.
- ^ Calvoz, R.; Bell, C.J.; Spikes, D.; Lippa, A.P. (2013). Student-to-Student Sexual Harassment (5th ed.). Ohio: Education Law Association.
- ^ Calvoz, R.; Davis, B.W.; Gooden, M.A. (Spring 2013). "On-campus Punishment for Off-campus Behavior? What Every Principal Should Know About Cyberbullying". Texas Study of Secondary Education. XXII (2): 10.
- ^ Calvoz, R. (2000). The End of Law. Bleak House Publishing.
- ^ Calvoz, R. (2020). 4L: a Survival Guide For First-year Lawyers. Talion Publishing.
- ^ Calvoz, R. (1992). "God is Dead: Killed by Fifty Years of Establishment Clause Jurisprudence". St. Mary's Law Journal. 23: 1155.