Recently released political thriller Libertyland by author Peter Sacks is our latest book feature, so let’s take a look at what this book is all about and the author who wrote it.

The Synopsis

During a passionate romance with Garrick Cripps, Suzanne Dreyfus wrote The Liberation Manifesto, a wicked satire of right-wing libertarian philosophy. However, Garrick took Suzanne’s parody seriously and now, many years later, uses it as a blueprint for how to overthrow American democracy in favor of the 1%. But for the revolution to begin, an inciting event, like a Stateside terrorist attack, is needed to convince the public that drastic change in leadership is necessary.

Suzanne, along with Carson McCready, a former Navy SEAL, and Laura Cavendish, a cyber weapons expert, are all that stand between Cripps and leadership of the country. Culminating in a violent denouement, Libertyland shows what could happen if the ideas of a madman go unchecked.

Libertyland is a departure from most thrillers of its ilk. Carson McCready, the main protagonist, breaks the predictable stereotype of the flag-waving uber-patriot. A student of the human condition, he thinks deeply about freedom and individualism, and in the end, he has no choice but to uphold his oath of honor and battle a violent conspiracy that is fueled by the blood of innocents. The themes are timeless. But Libertyland is also timely – a work of fiction that is unique to here and now.

Praise:

“Libertyland  is a masterfully crafted political thriller, an intense book that is a joy to read.” 
– International Review of Books

“A riveting story that takes a deep dive into the dangers of too much greed and not enough accountability  in our institutions.” 
– Charles Ray, author

“An electrifying and delightful experience for readers.”
 – Mihir Shah, The US Review of Books

“An amazing read that is thoroughly engaging and entertaining.” 
– Michaela Gordoni, Pacific Book Reviews

About the Author

As a journalist and author, Peter Sacks  has been nominated twice for the Pulitzer Prize, including once for his book,  Tearing Down the Gates  (University of California Press), an examination of the role that social class plays in American education and society. Gates  also won Book of the Year from the Association of American Colleges and Universities. Sacks worked as a newspaper journalist on both coasts, as an economist, and as a college instructor in English and Journalism. His work has appeared in many publications,  including The New York Times, Los Angeles Times,  and The Nation.  He is also the author of Generation X Goes to College and Standardized Minds.
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