Rosenberg
knows how to create a political thriller that could very well
parallel today's headlines. A Russian leader who wants to be a czar
over a restored glory of Russia is pitted against an unpredictable U.
S. president. With the existence of NATO on the line, an ex-secret
service agent tries to prevent a possible global disaster.
I
really like how Rosenberg has crafted his characters. The Russian
president is a conniving man, lying to the public while secretly
making preparations for military expansion. And the U.S. president?
He is totally unpredictable. When a Democrat senator comes to him
with inside information, the president's disdain for those in the
other party is clear. Whether he would accept the intelligence provided
and act on it is the huge question.
The
plot is full of action from beginning to end. I felt all of it was
possible. It really portrays the current tension between the U.S. and
Russia. Rosenberg has done a great job of weaving a fictional story
around the facts and real characters in the international scene.
I
felt the end was abrupt and inconclusive. I trust this is because
there will be a sequel otherwise it just doesn't make sense.
I
highly recommend this book to readers who enjoy a political thriller
based on current events and attitudes.
My
rating: 5/5 stars.
Joel
C Rosenberg is the bestselling author of thirteen novels and five
nonfiction books. He has been interviewed on radio and television
programs and has met with world leaders. You can find out more at
http://www.joelrosenberg.com/.
Tyndale House Publishers,
480 pages.
I
received a complimentary egalley of this book from the publisher. My
comments are an independent and honest review.
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