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Capital #5
Manhunt In The Capital
President Schumacher's upcoming Celebration of the Constitution in the "Cradle of Liberty" of Philadelphia is set to be the first in a string of festivities celebrating the most cherished documents in American history. Unfortunately, not everyone is in a celebratory mood. Terrorists intend to set the world on fire, and deadly attacks in Europe are just the start of their deadly rampage. With the help of a noted thorn in the President's side, terrorists bring their murderous jihad to American shores with multiple sniper killings. With fearful Americans on edge, only the worldwide manhunt by the FBI's secret Phantom team can stop the killers. When a high-ranking government official is assassinated at the White House, the search intensifies to bring the terrorists to justice. With the killers promising more bloodshed, whether the Celebration goes forward, or whether Philly becomes the "Cradle of Death," depends on whether the Phantom team can stop the terrorists before they strike again.
254 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 29, 2013
About the author
Rob Shumaker
28 books24 followersRob Shumaker is an attorney living in Illinois. He received his J.D. from Southern Illinois University School of Law and his B.S. in political science from Illinois State University.
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July 22, 2024
I recently discovered Rob Shumaker’s strong political thriller series. Set to celebrate the upcoming anniversary of the US Constitution, President Andrew Schumacher plans a trip to Philadelphia, where he has an intriguing idea. Around the world, numerous terrorist events take place, killing hundreds. While President Schumacher is concerned, he does not yet feel the impact. That changes and a number of killings on US soil resonate, with one rocking the White House. With freedom set to be proclaimed anew, someone will have to catch the mastermind and end the killings. Shumaker sends chills with this well-developed thriller.
President Andrew Schumacher is eager to mark the upcoming anniversary of the US Constitution with some important events in Philadelphia. What better way to connect with the people and explore this most exciting document?
When news of a series of deadly attacks across Europe reach the White House, President Schumacher is not deterred, but highly concerned. This is but the start, as a group of Muslim extremists want to ensure that no freedom is explored without the downfall of America. Finding a US sympathiser, they begin a mission on US soil that sees many gunned down by a sniper. As terrorists seek to destroy anything American, a new and equally troubling pastor breeds hate for Islam.
Pushing the First Amendment to its limits, a worldwide manhunt begins to find these terrorists, as their attacks hit close to home, including within the White House. Armed with a passion for justice, President Schumacher releases all he can to find these people and bring them to justice, as the US Constitution would have it done. A great thriller that keeps the reader guessing until the final reveal.
I love political thrillers that handle a number of issues, which Rob Shumaker continues to do with each novel. These books offer stellar writing through a strong narrative. Shumaker presents realistic political situations and builds on them with a quick-moving story. He gets his point across and keeps the thrills at the pinnacle of the storytelling, while always leaving room for questions. Characters develop over time and I have come to connect with many of them. While there remains a strong focus on terrorism, I enjoyed hints of constitutionality, which I trust Shumaker will turn to focus on, perhaps in a national setting.
The political landscape finds itself at the core of this book, with plot points evolving to deliver a great story. This keeps the reader attentive and wondering about the direction. Political advancement is present on an international scale, with hopes of something more national in the coming books. I am hoping for a more drawn out story with internal focus where elements of the law, constitution, and politicking prove to be at the core. Shumaker keeps the reader hooked, as I am eager to keep the series binge!
Kudos Mr. Shumaker, for always finding new and exciting aspects to the political thriller!
Love/hate the review? An ever-growing collection of others appears at:
http://pecheyponderings.wordpress.com/
President Andrew Schumacher is eager to mark the upcoming anniversary of the US Constitution with some important events in Philadelphia. What better way to connect with the people and explore this most exciting document?
When news of a series of deadly attacks across Europe reach the White House, President Schumacher is not deterred, but highly concerned. This is but the start, as a group of Muslim extremists want to ensure that no freedom is explored without the downfall of America. Finding a US sympathiser, they begin a mission on US soil that sees many gunned down by a sniper. As terrorists seek to destroy anything American, a new and equally troubling pastor breeds hate for Islam.
Pushing the First Amendment to its limits, a worldwide manhunt begins to find these terrorists, as their attacks hit close to home, including within the White House. Armed with a passion for justice, President Schumacher releases all he can to find these people and bring them to justice, as the US Constitution would have it done. A great thriller that keeps the reader guessing until the final reveal.
I love political thrillers that handle a number of issues, which Rob Shumaker continues to do with each novel. These books offer stellar writing through a strong narrative. Shumaker presents realistic political situations and builds on them with a quick-moving story. He gets his point across and keeps the thrills at the pinnacle of the storytelling, while always leaving room for questions. Characters develop over time and I have come to connect with many of them. While there remains a strong focus on terrorism, I enjoyed hints of constitutionality, which I trust Shumaker will turn to focus on, perhaps in a national setting.
The political landscape finds itself at the core of this book, with plot points evolving to deliver a great story. This keeps the reader attentive and wondering about the direction. Political advancement is present on an international scale, with hopes of something more national in the coming books. I am hoping for a more drawn out story with internal focus where elements of the law, constitution, and politicking prove to be at the core. Shumaker keeps the reader hooked, as I am eager to keep the series binge!
Kudos Mr. Shumaker, for always finding new and exciting aspects to the political thriller!
Love/hate the review? An ever-growing collection of others appears at:
http://pecheyponderings.wordpress.com/
July 12, 2018
Another “hang on to your seat ride”
This was the most exciting book of the series to me. Many series start with a bang and then fizzle out as they go on, but capital series is anything but a fizzle. Twist and tern, ups and down and most unexpected turns in the story line and a slam dunk, out of the finish!!
This was the most exciting book of the series to me. Many series start with a bang and then fizzle out as they go on, but capital series is anything but a fizzle. Twist and tern, ups and down and most unexpected turns in the story line and a slam dunk, out of the finish!!
February 10, 2026
Excellent and almost believeable!!!
For someone following the events of our current day, this story is dramatic and reliable. This book shows the potential of evil interrupting civility of life. Great fully it ends with the promise our founding fathers built into the constitution!!! Any patriotic person will love this book!
For someone following the events of our current day, this story is dramatic and reliable. This book shows the potential of evil interrupting civility of life. Great fully it ends with the promise our founding fathers built into the constitution!!! Any patriotic person will love this book!
July 28, 2021
Nonstop Action!
Really enjoyed this one. Started last night and finished today. Hardly a slow moment in the entire book. Found myself reading as quickly as I could to see what would happen next. Just a very fun read. Great beach book.
Really enjoyed this one. Started last night and finished today. Hardly a slow moment in the entire book. Found myself reading as quickly as I could to see what would happen next. Just a very fun read. Great beach book.
November 22, 2022
Political action and intrique
Page turning action filled with action and suspense. The author does a great job of melding action, characters and plots into believable stories that provide non-stop reading pleasure.
Page turning action filled with action and suspense. The author does a great job of melding action, characters and plots into believable stories that provide non-stop reading pleasure.
October 8, 2020
Again
He did it once more. Riveting dialogue, believable story line and fascinating details told like a storybook. Book 6, here I come to devour you also.
He did it once more. Riveting dialogue, believable story line and fascinating details told like a storybook. Book 6, here I come to devour you also.
November 24, 2020
Another winner from Rob Shumaker.
A 5 hardly seems enough for the excellent effort Shumaker puts into his books. I have read all of the Capital series and hope there will be more
A 5 hardly seems enough for the excellent effort Shumaker puts into his books. I have read all of the Capital series and hope there will be more
August 28, 2021
Excellence
Could not put the book down as it was one episode after the other in tracking down six terrorists and two sharpshooters in a limited amount of time. Well done.
Could not put the book down as it was one episode after the other in tracking down six terrorists and two sharpshooters in a limited amount of time. Well done.
July 12, 2023
The guns are on the move!
When Wiley Cogdon is not looking for ways to improve the President's profile, he is reading his copy of the Constitution!
When Wiley Cogdon is not looking for ways to improve the President's profile, he is reading his copy of the Constitution!
December 3, 2023
great read
Enjoyed this book even more than book 4 they just get better. Can’t wait to start book six. Great read.
Enjoyed this book even more than book 4 they just get better. Can’t wait to start book six. Great read.
December 21, 2024
Same old stuff
The story is great. The first few books were very compelling. It is, however, the same story. Mr. Shumaker needs to shake it up a bit
The story is great. The first few books were very compelling. It is, however, the same story. Mr. Shumaker needs to shake it up a bit
June 28, 2025
Good rwad
I enjoyed all your books so far but I'm disappointed at how you portrayed the Democratic party. Oh well to each his own.
I enjoyed all your books so far but I'm disappointed at how you portrayed the Democratic party. Oh well to each his own.
February 24, 2014
Great read
Accurate depiction of historical documents and events,wound around believable plot. syntac in all dialogues for all characters really ring true. I will be reading more of this author
Accurate depiction of historical documents and events,wound around believable plot. syntac in all dialogues for all characters really ring true. I will be reading more of this author
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