Review: Woodfin Has A Mind for Conspiracy
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 07 5, 2012
Stephen Woodfin delivers a fascinating tale of one religious group's desire to take over the U.S., and leaves the reader wondering if the broader scenario he creates is all that far from reality. In NEXT BEST HOPE, Woodfin weaves a layered story of assassination, deception, and elitism - all driven by a fanatical faith that pits the deeply religious Christian Militants against those whose faith might rest in God, but also in the U.S. Constitution.Woodfin's cast of characters is far-reaching and the story takes off with a bang! Hang on tight because NEXT BEST HOPE never slows down, but Woodfin manages the action skillfully and does a great job of helping you understand the purity (or lack thereof) of each character's motivations and the ferocity with which they'll fight for their beliefs. The possibilities for life in a Christian Militant-type state are frightening as drawn by Woodfin; another reviewer likens the justice system to that under Sharia law and the parallels are eerie.NEXT BEST HOPE is a timely, engrossing thriller. It takes the ongoing battle over how far religiosity should be allowed to dominate American life, and gives that battle room to breathe and grow. Prepare to enjoy this book when you sit down to read it, and prepare to think about the possibilities Woodfin opens up long after you're done.