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Subjected #2
The Predicate
At the turn of the 22nd century, thousands of children at the World Children’s Orphanage, U.S. compound are taken hostage by militant Eco-political terrorists. One child will die horrifically each hour. The demands: “Permanently disable the world’s fossil fuel refineries, and power plants…one plant for one child’s life, non-negotiable.”
Daniel J. Sayer, PhD, author, lecturer, advisor to world leaders, reluctantly finds himself mired in the crisis, pairing his own unique abilities, with the staff of the WCO, the Military, and the courageous sacrifices of the children, in their desperate efforts to combat the mysterious and ruthless terrorist group, the QUALM, and their world-televised Illustrations of Death.
Along the way, Dr. Sayer begins to realize that he is being steered through a twisted plot of metaphysical proportions, fighting not only over the fate of the children, and for the future of the Earth, but for his own beleaguered soul.
Daniel J. Sayer, PhD, author, lecturer, advisor to world leaders, reluctantly finds himself mired in the crisis, pairing his own unique abilities, with the staff of the WCO, the Military, and the courageous sacrifices of the children, in their desperate efforts to combat the mysterious and ruthless terrorist group, the QUALM, and their world-televised Illustrations of Death.
Along the way, Dr. Sayer begins to realize that he is being steered through a twisted plot of metaphysical proportions, fighting not only over the fate of the children, and for the future of the Earth, but for his own beleaguered soul.
383 pages, Paperback
First published July 25, 2012
315 people want to read
About the author
G.F. Smith
8 books18 followersG. F. Smith:
BACKGROUND
By his own proudly stated admission, G. F. Smith has a fantastic family: a wonderful wife of 35+ years who cares to great measure (a Director of a not-for-profit corporation in charge of a large staff overseeing Supported Living Programs for people with disabilities). They have four remarkable and talented grown children, and several awesome grandchildren (up to five at present), which are all a huge part of their lives.
G. F. Smith has always been a DYI type of guy; he understands physics, engineering, and mechanics, is technologically privy and knows his way around computers and computer controlled equipment. He is handy around the house, having been a tradesman in multiple fields, and a general contractor in his younger years. He has made a living in the management and continuous improvement of people, projects, and processes over the last several decades.
His writing skills have developed from working in the business world--entrepreneurial to corporate--writing copy, correspondence, training modules, along with consuming thousands of stories, books, and movies over a multitude of years. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Management along with other business certifications.
Though a private person, he enjoys people and welcomes public speaking and social interaction when there is something important to learn, as well as to share. He does not seek in any form or fashion to be a celebrity or public figure. However, he does believe it is immensely important that we ‘give back to life’ through our gifts, talents, and humble contributions.
VALUES & INTERESTS
G. F. Smith’s personal interests, as well as the main themes in his writing include: science, metaphysics, cosmology, psychology, history, and adventure; also at the top are environmental concerns, faith and purpose and causality, the future of humanity, inspiration and encouragement, and the discovery—and sharing—of the best in all of us.
He has loved many forms of adventure along the course of his life: motorcycles, spelunking, fishing, rafting, skydiving, and the sort. He also enjoys museums, reading, writing, movie and documentary watching, hiking, campfires, and family get-togethers. He is also a talented guitarist, enjoys singing, and is an awesome play-doh sculptor (at least according to his grandkids).
DRIVING FOCUS & THEMES
G. F. Smith believes, whether we want to admit it or not, that we all ask some of those deep, big-universe questions at certain times in our lives; and that just maybe we are part of something larger than ourselves—call it what you will. We are also all highly fallible, and as a result, all have our own particular sufferings and frustrations to learn from. That is if we can embrace the frustration and choose to ‘make good out of it.’
G. F. Smith is also a deeply spiritual person, though admittedly not dogmatic, or proselytizing. He espouses—as do most of us—the fact that he doesn’t know what’s going on down here on this little planet, any more than the rest of us do. However, he fully believes that our ignorance doesn’t necessarily mean that it is all just random, make-it-up-as-we-go-along BS, therefore justifying all sorts of abhorrent behaviors.
On the contrary, G. F. Smith believes that we all have great potential and purpose, and that by choosing to be humble, genuine, honest, respectful, forgiving and giving, we can help generate like behavior, and by doing so…make the world a better place for everyone to live in.
www.gfsmithbooks.com
Thanks for Reading…
BACKGROUND
By his own proudly stated admission, G. F. Smith has a fantastic family: a wonderful wife of 35+ years who cares to great measure (a Director of a not-for-profit corporation in charge of a large staff overseeing Supported Living Programs for people with disabilities). They have four remarkable and talented grown children, and several awesome grandchildren (up to five at present), which are all a huge part of their lives.
G. F. Smith has always been a DYI type of guy; he understands physics, engineering, and mechanics, is technologically privy and knows his way around computers and computer controlled equipment. He is handy around the house, having been a tradesman in multiple fields, and a general contractor in his younger years. He has made a living in the management and continuous improvement of people, projects, and processes over the last several decades.
His writing skills have developed from working in the business world--entrepreneurial to corporate--writing copy, correspondence, training modules, along with consuming thousands of stories, books, and movies over a multitude of years. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Management along with other business certifications.
Though a private person, he enjoys people and welcomes public speaking and social interaction when there is something important to learn, as well as to share. He does not seek in any form or fashion to be a celebrity or public figure. However, he does believe it is immensely important that we ‘give back to life’ through our gifts, talents, and humble contributions.
VALUES & INTERESTS
G. F. Smith’s personal interests, as well as the main themes in his writing include: science, metaphysics, cosmology, psychology, history, and adventure; also at the top are environmental concerns, faith and purpose and causality, the future of humanity, inspiration and encouragement, and the discovery—and sharing—of the best in all of us.
He has loved many forms of adventure along the course of his life: motorcycles, spelunking, fishing, rafting, skydiving, and the sort. He also enjoys museums, reading, writing, movie and documentary watching, hiking, campfires, and family get-togethers. He is also a talented guitarist, enjoys singing, and is an awesome play-doh sculptor (at least according to his grandkids).
DRIVING FOCUS & THEMES
G. F. Smith believes, whether we want to admit it or not, that we all ask some of those deep, big-universe questions at certain times in our lives; and that just maybe we are part of something larger than ourselves—call it what you will. We are also all highly fallible, and as a result, all have our own particular sufferings and frustrations to learn from. That is if we can embrace the frustration and choose to ‘make good out of it.’
G. F. Smith is also a deeply spiritual person, though admittedly not dogmatic, or proselytizing. He espouses—as do most of us—the fact that he doesn’t know what’s going on down here on this little planet, any more than the rest of us do. However, he fully believes that our ignorance doesn’t necessarily mean that it is all just random, make-it-up-as-we-go-along BS, therefore justifying all sorts of abhorrent behaviors.
On the contrary, G. F. Smith believes that we all have great potential and purpose, and that by choosing to be humble, genuine, honest, respectful, forgiving and giving, we can help generate like behavior, and by doing so…make the world a better place for everyone to live in.
www.gfsmithbooks.com
Thanks for Reading…
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November 24, 2013
This book was a journey of many question that everyone has in life. With a limited of time that Daniel, the main character, has and the lives thousands of children lives hang in the balance of all the world leaders. You have to ask yourself why does bad things happen to good people, why does children suffer in a world that says it progressed. It was a creative and thoughtful way that the author weaved those types of question in the book. At one point I wanted to push the button on the stage, to end it all, but everything has it placed as you will soon find out ^_^
The chapter are short which makes it easier to read, I do dislike long chapter books. In the begging the introduction to the main characters came as a rush which was a irritating at first but as I kept on waiting I was happy that the author did not take up to much time in the begging because there was so much in the story that you get all the background information that you needed.
The author does you use the word God near the end of the chapters but it was not way religious in nature. It was to convey a message that everyone have a question too. The the prequel to this book has made it to my summer reading and hope that it is good or even better than this one. My eye did tear up a little during the funeral part of the book. I truly felt the saddest in that room.
One more thing, I did win this book from goodreads giveaway, however I thought full hearty I wouldn't like the book based on the cover. I am so glad I decided to give it a chance and will be doing it again with the other books that I may/have won on on here.
The chapter are short which makes it easier to read, I do dislike long chapter books. In the begging the introduction to the main characters came as a rush which was a irritating at first but as I kept on waiting I was happy that the author did not take up to much time in the begging because there was so much in the story that you get all the background information that you needed.
The author does you use the word God near the end of the chapters but it was not way religious in nature. It was to convey a message that everyone have a question too. The the prequel to this book has made it to my summer reading and hope that it is good or even better than this one. My eye did tear up a little during the funeral part of the book. I truly felt the saddest in that room.
One more thing, I did win this book from goodreads giveaway, however I thought full hearty I wouldn't like the book based on the cover. I am so glad I decided to give it a chance and will be doing it again with the other books that I may/have won on on here.
January 16, 2013
Overall Feedback : This is the second in the Subjected series and I have to say, I AM HOOKED. Mr. Smith weaves such impossible tales with such realism that it is downright un-nerving. However, I can not wait to find out what Daniel takes on next. Such action and mystery together is nothing short of heart-pumping good reading.
Point of View : As before you see the happenings through Daniel through the author.
Voice: Again I feel the voice is again about reasons and their happenings but I feel the author expounds into the territory of acceptance of that fact.
Character Development: After reading the first you should be quick to take on Daniel but the author still is able to create honest and quick development with the other characters in this second opus.
Plot: Although extreme environmentalism, you can see fundamentalist issues with extreme environmentalists.
Dialogue: Once again the author is able to make you part of the conversation.
Pacing: This one starts quick and gets faster as you go. The pages will turn faster than you think.
Setting : You once again feel, see and taste the world drawn for you in the author’s words.
Continuity: No issues found by this reader.
Point of View : As before you see the happenings through Daniel through the author.
Voice: Again I feel the voice is again about reasons and their happenings but I feel the author expounds into the territory of acceptance of that fact.
Character Development: After reading the first you should be quick to take on Daniel but the author still is able to create honest and quick development with the other characters in this second opus.
Plot: Although extreme environmentalism, you can see fundamentalist issues with extreme environmentalists.
Dialogue: Once again the author is able to make you part of the conversation.
Pacing: This one starts quick and gets faster as you go. The pages will turn faster than you think.
Setting : You once again feel, see and taste the world drawn for you in the author’s words.
Continuity: No issues found by this reader.
April 28, 2015
First off I receive this from a good reads giveaway. I was extremely happy and excited to receive this book.
Absolutely love the book could not stop reading however I had to for finals.....the anticipation to pick up where I left off with killing me I've never been able to read a book that you didn't have to start with the first book in the series. I enjoyed myself tremendously and loved the way Mr Smith described everything it was in such detail and so elaborate orate that I am I still felt like I was there witnessing everything that was happening. I'm excited to obtain the other books and read them as well.
Absolutely love the book could not stop reading however I had to for finals.....the anticipation to pick up where I left off with killing me I've never been able to read a book that you didn't have to start with the first book in the series. I enjoyed myself tremendously and loved the way Mr Smith described everything it was in such detail and so elaborate orate that I am I still felt like I was there witnessing everything that was happening. I'm excited to obtain the other books and read them as well.
August 10, 2013
I could not stop reading it ! Loved the story and how it was written. My friends will love to read it too.
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August 9, 2013Read the first book! Now I'm very excited to read this sequel. Hope I will win it.
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