In Washington, D.C., embattled President Colin Rockwell is faced with the consequences of his sloppy personal life, indifferent attitude, and general incompetence in office. His serial philandering has made him a threat to national security, creating problems in the international arena.
Amy Radigan, a young and
ambitious San Diego reporter, comes across a packet from a whistle-blower in
the cold letter file. As Radigan sinks her teeth into the story, she discovers
a massive cover-up regarding the San Onofre Nuclear Generation Station. The
deeper into the investigation she goes, the higher the levels of government
that seem to be involved—all the way up to the vice president.
As she and security
specialist John Randall uncover the truth, an attempt is made on the lives of
Radigan and her girlfriend. The protagonists' race to bring down the corrupt
government officials, but will Radigan expose the truth in time to save them
all?
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REVIEW
The Silicone
Gambit is an amazing political thriller that will have you gripping your
pages or gripping your Tablet. Steel is a book weaving mistress and she does
not miss a beat.
We open to James Quinn an Oceanside Harbor regular who out of friendship meets up with a college Christ Rodgers to help him collect water samples around a certain section of water. When both are nearly blown to kingdom come Steel has our attention. We then shift to political stuff and the gruesome death of a foreign reporter. Insert SVU dunt dunt music here.
We then
meet hard-nosed reporter Amy Radigan who is led to report on a possible
pollution scandal in those same seawaters that may have political ties. This
information can only add to the already political scandal that is brewing
in the White House that could cripple the whole U.S. economy. Sounds headache-inducing but Steel story weaver goddess blends it all together and you
are like dang this is getting good!
For one Steel creates great characters and does
brilliant complex storytelling that is easy to follow. Especially if you are
new to this political thriller genre world. While not a political enthusiast
Steel still manages to hold your attention by writing strong relatable
characters that you want to invest in and just great simple storytelling, and
you want more. If you love political thrillers check out The Silicon Gambit.
My Rating **** 4
out of 5 stars
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Isabella Steel
lives near San Diego, California with her wife and dogs. An avid gardener, she
raises roses and koi in her backyard. Her novel Ghost Witch left readers
terrified & guarding their children. Critics and readers agree. Steel is a
master world builder. The characters and settings come alive and enable total
escapism. Highly recommended! She has also published two political thrillers
set in San Diego, a science fiction novel, and an epic fantasy. Find her books
on Amazon and at www.BlackRaptorBook.com
