Review: Engaging
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 04 22, 2014
I liked the way the short, snappy chapters of this book unfolded the story of a nuclear attack on America and the aftermath and actions by the president and other ruling members of the country as well as delving further into the who, hows and whys of such an attack. President Macdonald is the first president from the Centrist Party and within hours of taking the oath of office comes face to face with what can acknowledged as the biggest crisis in America since 9/11. Though new to the office, he is a very smart man and politician and knows how to take charge of things to get to a successful conclusion. This story is his story, while, at the same time, presents a very realistic picture of life within the White House and Congress during an extremely difficult time.  It is also the story of President Macdonald and his life during this span of time. The setting for the story is well done, as are the characters. The scenario of a Centrist Party President who rises to the challenge of leading the country through everyone’s worst nightmare is almost too realistic to fathom, and the author definitely does this justice. I have not read any other books by this author, but will seek them out after reading this one. If you enjoy reading the political intrigue that Tom Clancy is so famous for, you will enjoy reading this novel, for it is equally as good as Clancy’s novels. I received this from NetGalley to read and review.