: Debra Ladensack
: Several individuals several individuals
: Safety Net
: BookBaby
: 9781483583693
: 1
: CHF 9.50
:
: Dramatik
: English
: 360
: kein Kopierschutz
: PC/MAC/eReader/Tablet
: ePUB
Readers will find that this fictional, contemporary, political novel is laced with elements of satire, mystery, serendipity, an enduring love story as well as how an independent presidential candidate develops his team, platform, and loyal supporters. Readers who are tired of status quo politics and PACs that buy presidents will find the novel refreshing and entertaining. When Kristopher Roberts, a humble yet brilliant man, learns that his wife and daughter have been killed in a terrorist bomb explosion in Damascus, Syria, he sets into motion a plan to avenge their deaths and a way to begin protecting the United States from ongoing terror threats. His rather serendipitous acquisition of a fortune is an enabling force behind his run for president as an independent candidate. Readers will find him to be a force to be reckoned with as he communicates his platform and faces several ruthless rivals. There is nothing 'status quo' about Kristopher Roberts. While Kristopher, his wife and daughter are traveling to the airport where he will send them off to Damascus for his daughter to work as an interpreter, he stops at a convenience store for a cup of coffee. There, he meets John Stevens who convinces him to buy his first lottery ticket. Months later, these two men reconnect and forge a plan to change much of what has become the expected way of life for many in the U.S., including the threat of terror attacks. Their plan is unprecedented and it appeals to voters who are tired of the 'talk and little action' by contemporary politicians. Their economic plans are put into motion as the presidential race is in full motion. They do not wait to win. This type of commitment finds many supporters. All is not smooth for the team as they face attempts on their lives; yet, the attempts serve to strengthen their resolve. The novel is fast paced and gives readers an inside view on how Kristopher and his team make plans and execute them.
CHAPTER 5
The Decision
THE DRIVE FROM HIS AUSTIN HOME THROUGH Detroit was easy at that hour of the morning. It was a bright, sunny day to drive. The radio brought him breaking news about a bombing in a Tunisian museum killing 21. This just added more fuel for his plan. He thought about how he was going to explain things to John. He couldn’t believe the ironies in life and how his meeting this man had brought him hope, opportunity and reason for them to join forces.
It was 10:45 as Kristopher eased into the parking lot of the rest stop. He looked around and did not see a white pickup truck. Just then his phone rang. It was John.
“Just letting you know that I am almost there. Maybe we should decide on a restaurant where we can meet so we can relax, eat and talk.”
“That sounds great. I am not too familiar with restaurants around here. Are you?”
“Yea, I got a couple ideas. I used to travel through here quite a bit. We’ll decide when I get there.”
It wasn’t long before Kristopher watched a white Ford pickup truck ease its way toward him and then park right next to him. Both men got out of their cars, walked to the front of them and shook hands.
“It is good to see you, John. Thank you for agreeing to meet me.”
“Yes. You have me very interested. I have selected a restaurant in Louisville for us to eat. We can both drive. There is a Marriott nearby in case we need to rest after what may be a long conversation. From your intensity on the phone, I assume you have lots to discuss.”
Both men got in their vehicles and Kristopher followed John. Soon they pulled in to a Texas Steak House, parked and walked in.
Kristopher asked to be seated in a booth in a corner away from other patrons. The hostess escorted them there. It was not yet a busy lunch crowd.
“How about a bloo