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Secession: The Storm
Secession is a fast-paced adventure novel set against the current-day backdrop of a politically divided United States.Zachariah Bass is a young Texas Ranger, struggling to define his role in serving the people of the state’s remote western territories. Working a series of heinous crimes, Zach uncovers a dark, treacherous secret – a conspiracy that could alter America’s future and result in the secession of Texas. Co-authored by P.A. Troit and bestselling writer Joe Nobody, Secession explores a world where a hopelessly gridlocked government fuels an ever-deepening divide between right and left. The public’s frustration with the country’s direction forces desperate leaders on both sides of the political spectrum to consider splitting the union.Based on actual historic events, current economic realities, and a growing global trend, Secession immerses the reader in a lifelike scenario that could be America’s future.
- GenresFiction
416 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 29, 2014
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About the author
Joe Nobody
68 books117 followersJoe Nobody (pen name for the author who wishes to keep his identity confidential) has provided systems, consulting and training for the U.S. Army, Department of Homeland Security, Office of Naval Research, United States Border Patrol as well as several private firms and government agencies which cannot be disclosed.
He is currently active in this area and for the security of his family and ongoing business, wishes to remain anonymous.
He has over 30 years of competitive shooting experience, including IPSC, NRA, and other related organizations. He has been a firearms instructor and consultant for over 30 years and holds the rights to a United States Patent for a firearms modification.
Joe initially became involved in helping private citizens "prepare" at the request of his students and clients. A conscientious instructor, he would always inquire as to why they wanted to learn certain skills or techniques and often the response was to prepare for more than just simple home invasion or self-defense. If you ask Joe what his greatest attribute is, he will tell you he is a "problem solver" and uses his formal education in Systems Engineering to this end.
"As the economy worsens, world tensions rise, and the modern media propagates bad news faster than ever before, more and more people want to prepare. I wrote HOLDING because it allows me to reach more of the good folks who are concerned about their security. I want them to sleep better at night knowing they have a plan of defense should the 'Event' ever occur."
He is currently active in this area and for the security of his family and ongoing business, wishes to remain anonymous.
He has over 30 years of competitive shooting experience, including IPSC, NRA, and other related organizations. He has been a firearms instructor and consultant for over 30 years and holds the rights to a United States Patent for a firearms modification.
Joe initially became involved in helping private citizens "prepare" at the request of his students and clients. A conscientious instructor, he would always inquire as to why they wanted to learn certain skills or techniques and often the response was to prepare for more than just simple home invasion or self-defense. If you ask Joe what his greatest attribute is, he will tell you he is a "problem solver" and uses his formal education in Systems Engineering to this end.
"As the economy worsens, world tensions rise, and the modern media propagates bad news faster than ever before, more and more people want to prepare. I wrote HOLDING because it allows me to reach more of the good folks who are concerned about their security. I want them to sleep better at night knowing they have a plan of defense should the 'Event' ever occur."
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April 1, 2016
Texas seceding from the States? Unthinkable! Only, there has always been a group of dedicated advocates in favor of the idea, and this novel provides an interesting take on how it could happen.
I knocked off a star because the beginning of the book was slow and although not exactly hard to follow, it was a little more confusing than it needed to be. I don’t know how much of this had to do with the book having been co-written. It never really reached the kind of crescendo I like of such books, but it was interesting enough to follow all the way to its conclusion. And, I’ll be looking for the next installment.
Also, the way the story unfolds is not the most realistic of plots. Maybe I’m not being open-minded enough.
The Bill and Hillary Clinton caricatures were a little silly. I would have preferred the authors make up names, completely separate names, to avoid parallels to the real people. I would have also liked a little more political research to rival that of the weapons and attacks, which seemed thorough. We’re talking about a state leaving the Union after all, and while that was probably not the main focus, it certainly became so toward the last third of the book. It just felt imbalanced.
That may all sound as though the book was bad. It wasn’t. I’m just saying don’t go in expecting a gold star, and you won’t be disappointed.
I knocked off a star because the beginning of the book was slow and although not exactly hard to follow, it was a little more confusing than it needed to be. I don’t know how much of this had to do with the book having been co-written. It never really reached the kind of crescendo I like of such books, but it was interesting enough to follow all the way to its conclusion. And, I’ll be looking for the next installment.
Also, the way the story unfolds is not the most realistic of plots. Maybe I’m not being open-minded enough.
The Bill and Hillary Clinton caricatures were a little silly. I would have preferred the authors make up names, completely separate names, to avoid parallels to the real people. I would have also liked a little more political research to rival that of the weapons and attacks, which seemed thorough. We’re talking about a state leaving the Union after all, and while that was probably not the main focus, it certainly became so toward the last third of the book. It just felt imbalanced.
That may all sound as though the book was bad. It wasn’t. I’m just saying don’t go in expecting a gold star, and you won’t be disappointed.
December 22, 2015
Secession is right on par with Joe's Holding Their Own series. This book delves into the topic of a state's secession with well planned and meticulously thought out detail. The characters' adventures are Nobody's typical interesting calamities.
Once again, the only negatives I can say about the book are Joe's old fashioned, corny style of humor; and in many cases making the characters seem a bit unreal at times. I wouldn't even so much mind if it weren't for the narrator's (audio version) terrible inflections. He can make the strongest meanest characters sound like 12 year old girls, and his sentence emphases will drive you a bit crazy after a while. If it weren't for the excellent story itself, the entire book would seem like a middle school drama club production, complete with over-acting whiny 9 year olds trying to talk tough.
I still recommend this book, and look forward to the next part. Just, fair warning about the narrator.
Once again, the only negatives I can say about the book are Joe's old fashioned, corny style of humor; and in many cases making the characters seem a bit unreal at times. I wouldn't even so much mind if it weren't for the narrator's (audio version) terrible inflections. He can make the strongest meanest characters sound like 12 year old girls, and his sentence emphases will drive you a bit crazy after a while. If it weren't for the excellent story itself, the entire book would seem like a middle school drama club production, complete with over-acting whiny 9 year olds trying to talk tough.
I still recommend this book, and look forward to the next part. Just, fair warning about the narrator.
January 23, 2015
This book is a lot longer than it had to be. It is filled with many distractions that stray from the path of the main story. The secession plot line does not even reveal itself until near the end of the book. Why it was nice to read the mindset of the common citizens in the book, these were unnecessary distractions. I found myself skipping whole pages of dialogue due to their irrelevance to the story line. Another strange thing that I noticed was the book did not contain page numbers. I went back through my collection of other books from the author and noticed that they did contain page number.
So what's the reason for such a high rating for a book full of distractions, unnecessary dialogue, and unnecessarily long? The reason is that through all of that, the main story and the main character were interesting enough to hold my attention until the end.
January 10, 2023
Good story with a Texas Ranger as the focal point. It was well written, but I must admit some reservations. The book delves into the mind of the "Lone Gunman." It allows the reader to almost become sympathetic to him. I do not know if I applaud that technique or deplore it. It was definitely an attention getting plot device which messes with the readers head. I give props for the creative writing.
For me, the best parts of the book were the focus on the Texas Rangers. Those guys are a tradition and stand tall. They've been taking care of the State of Texas for many many years. They deserve to be celebrated.
For me, the best parts of the book were the focus on the Texas Rangers. Those guys are a tradition and stand tall. They've been taking care of the State of Texas for many many years. They deserve to be celebrated.
August 15, 2016
I am rating this as four stars. It was good and some of the plots were factual. The gun grab in New Orleans did happen and the cops were very over zealous with it.
I am rating this as four stars. It was good and some of the plots were factual. The gun grab in New Orleans did happen and the cops were very over zealous with it.
I am rating this as four stars. It was good and some of the plots were factual. The gun grab in New Orleans did happen and the cops were very over zealous with it.
February 15, 2016
I like the premise of this book. Unfortunately, it is written as "to be continued" which I find very irritating since 3/4 of the book were devoted to setting the stage rather than the actual plot. Nevertheless, I enjoyed it.
December 29, 2014
GREAT BOOK !
Excellent read. Intriguing and thought provoking. I literally could not put down until I finished. Look forward to the sequels. Go Texas !
Excellent read. Intriguing and thought provoking. I literally could not put down until I finished. Look forward to the sequels. Go Texas !
March 22, 2015
Outstanding!!!
Great story !! This should be read by anyone concerned about the political gridlock in our government. Makes you think, while enjoying a good read.
Great story !! This should be read by anyone concerned about the political gridlock in our government. Makes you think, while enjoying a good read.
January 7, 2016
Love all the Joe Nobody books
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