Review: Gritty and Realistic Political Thriller
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 11 8, 2012
Oh, what a timely book in the wake of the presidential election.Typical Rebecca Stroud -- gritty, realistic, tight and lean prose and a whopping good story. President James Drake has to be one of the sleaziest perverts on the planet and his brother and daughter plot to bring him down. The mysterious killings of Drake's top advisors are the result of a deep, dark and very disturbing secret.I highly enjoyed this quick read novelette in only two sittings. Anyone who despises politicians of all stripes will get a real kick out of it. It may be a little too gritty and stomach churning for some, but I enjoyed it.The cover is a wonderful piece of art and despite my early misgivings about it, it is suitable for this novel.Oh and as in all Rebecca's books, a dog named Dragon plays a prominent role.The ending is superb and a real high point. A great read for only 99 cents.