Regular readers will know I usually focus on my fellow independent authors in my reviews, rather than the big time guys. However, I recently discovered the writing of Joel C. Rosenberg. Apparently I am somewhat rare among evangelical Christians in this, so many readers may not find much new in this review. For those few who, like me, managed to miss out on this gem, I heartily recommend The First Hostage by Joel C. Rosenberg.
The President of the United States is kidnapped by Isis. Wow, what an opening! It verges on being a parody of itself, and might have become such in the hands of a less-capable author. But Rosenberg pulls it off with aplomb, making the story believable and suspenseful. He does it all in a way that’s not offensive to the family audience. Rosenberg’s writing reminds me a bit of Clancy from the good old days, but with less focus on technology.
If you like good old fashioned thrillers and action & adventure, read The First Hostage by Joel C. Rosenberg.