Death of the Republic — F. Scott Andison

Death of the Republic unfolds in a world that finds America struggling to maintain its dignity while dealing with the crippling effects of an ongoing economic depression. Independent presidential candidate Reverend Robert Strong is making his second attempt for office. Backing the handsome and affable pro-Christian, pro-military candidate is brother-in-law Sherman Gale, a former Marine colonel turned billionaire. As the election draws near, and it becomes evident that Strong is destined to lose, Gale takes matters into his own hands driven by his fervent belief he is doing God's will.Follow Chu and his friends' desperate attempt to stop him, through a series of twists and turns that will keep the reader guessing until the end.Reviews for Death of the Republic'Andison's debut novel is captivating and entertaining...'GoodbooksToday.com Reviews'A religion-imbued story with a solid tempo and a bevy of surprises.''Andison rolls out an admirable thriller, one that's propelled by plotlines that, like Gale himself, avoid predictability.''An open (and memorable) ending sets the groundwork for a sequel.'Kirkus Reviews