Robert Ferrigno sent me an advance copy of his new book Prayers for the Assassin. A smart marketing ploy to get some buzz going in the blogosphere in advance of the novels release. The book is officially released in two weeks.
This is a fast-paced page turner based in a future America where nukes have been detonated in New York and Washington, DC that were blamed on Israel. Out of the ensuing chaos, two Americas evolve, the north ruled by Muslims and the south a Christian state.
Rakkim Epps is the central character who, as a former Fedayeen, is sent to rescue a woman he loves but can't marry. The intrigue that follows is as exciting as any Tom Clancy book.
Ferrigno has an agreeable writing style and builds up his characters so they are believeable and seem realistic. You can feel the tension when he is initially tasked with the rescue by his mentor.
I agree with Charles Johnson that the premise is a stretch, but not to the point that it takes away from the story. Besides, that's the beauty of fiction, Ferrigno uses imagination and insight to create a great thriller.
I'm not good at reviewing a book but I know what I like and this book I liked. I highly recommend it. You can order it here.
The Inquirer's review is here and Charles reviewed the book here.
Ferrigno has a blog, also.
Update: From his blog:
If I could add one thing to Prayers for the Assassin, it would be to have mentioned that during the civil war, the State Department converted (to Islam) en masse. And no one noticed.
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