Wednesday, October 29, 2008

On My Nightstand - The Last Jihad by Joel Rosenberg

Hang onto your hats, folks. This book will take you for a ride you won't forget. Intrigue, spies, double-agents, and helicopters blowing up keep the action going non-stop. The anguish of leaders trying to anticipate the enemy's next move and making decisions affecting millions of people is palpable.

The characterization is rich, deep, and varied. A touch of romance lightens the mood as people somehow function in the midst of a chaotic world.

Almost as fascinating as the book is the story of how it was written. Mr. Rosenberg was penning his chapters as planes slammed into the World Trade Center and the Pentagon.

Yes, there is violence and ugliness in this book, but it also contains redemption, courage, and justice. Joel Rosenberg's other books are near the top of my to-be-read list.

6 comments:

Jessica Nelson said...

Wow, I've heard of this book. Now I really want to read it. :-)

Susan J. Reinhardt said...

Hi Jessica -

I couldn't put this book down. You'll enjoy it.

Blessings,
Susan :)

Sarah said...

This book is definitely on my to-be-read list. I've heard nothing but great things about it!

Susan J. Reinhardt said...

Hi Sarah -

I'm looking forward to purchasing his other books.

If any of my relatives are reading this, Christmas is coming. :)

Blessings,
Susan

Sarah said...

Lol! I'll direct that to my relatives too!

Susan J. Reinhardt said...

Hi Sarah -

Amazon has a Wish List feature that can be made public. Mine is private, but maybe I should change it.

Blessings,
Susan :)