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We Are 100
After losing his wife, Evan Francart is depressed. He has an axe to grind with the pharmaceutical company that jacked up the price of her medications, but feels powerless against a billion-dollar corporation.Then he meets Cassandra.She shows Evan a way to both end his life and become a hero. With her guidance, Evan interrupts a company board meeting and blows the building sky-high.As FBI agents Susan Chamberlain and Michael Godwin discover, Evan is the first of many. Ninety-nine more like him wait anonymously in the wings, their targets just as personal as Evan' the prosecutor who lets rapists walk free, the inept surgeon who maims patients yet keeps operating, the phony evangelist preying on those seeking solace... and that's just the beginning.Will the FBI unearth Cassandra's identity before all 100 have carried out their plans?
259 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 23, 2021
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nathan timmel
15 books17 followersNathan Timmel has been writing since he could scribble using crayons. As a comedian, he has released six albums—four of which are in rotation on Sirius/XM radio—and has appeared on The Bob & Tom Show.
Nathan currently lives in Iowa with his wife, daughter (who was born on his wedding anniversary. Neat, eh?), son, and their annoying cat (named Turtle).
Nathan currently lives in Iowa with his wife, daughter (who was born on his wedding anniversary. Neat, eh?), son, and their annoying cat (named Turtle).
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January 8, 2022
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Sadly, Evan Francart lost his wife because in part, because of high drug prices, which leaves him very upset with the responsible pharmaceutical company. That is when Cassandra enters his life and gives him a way to make the company pay. Her plan leaves him and several others dead.
FBI agents Susan Chamberlain and Michael Godwin are assigned to Evan’s case and what they find is mind-blowing. Evan is the first of a group of 100 that have connected to Cassandra with various unknown targets. Scared by all the possible tragedies in the future their mission is to find Cassandra and the other 99 people before more people are killed. Unfortunately, more souls are lost before they even get organized. Every minute counts if they have any hope of stopping the carnage.
The 100 are sick of getting screwed, the short end of the stick, the rich get richer, and the guilty getting off. It is time to do something but is following Cassandra’s instructions the right thing?
Evan Francart’s plight grabbed a hold of me right away especially after the past two years of my cancer treatments. Drug costs are crazy! The man was clearly pushed to his limits. I have to say the suicide element triggered me a little bit but looking at the big picture that had to be a feature of Cassandra’s plan. Mr. Timmel did a great job of presenting Evan as a character most people would be moved by, he is very human, with natural feelings after suffering such a loss. Someone easy for someone to prey on and force their agenda. We get snippets of other people connected to Cassandra but not as in-depth as Evan. Their reasons for vengeance are varied and some even more harrowing. The 100 are dealing with corruption on so many levels and the author has written the story in a way that really makes the reader evaluate life through their eyes.
The FBI agents are presently realistically too. It was very interesting to follow their process and thinking. You can feel their drive to solve this case and the way they banter theories around to try to make sense of what is happening is eye-opening. Susan and Michael are new partners and I really enjoyed their dialogues. Serious when warranted but some funny conversations as well.
We Are 100 is full of action right from the start. The pace slows as the agents work the case but rachets right back up again as danger mounts. Mr. Timmel has constructed his story with a nice balance told from several points of view in a way that makes the book impossible to put down. The ending was fantastic. I can tell he did a ton of research to make the entire drama plausible and real. It is a book that will stick with you long after you reach the final page. I can easily see this story adapted for a movie of the week.
I know this is stand-alone suspense and this is the author’s first fiction novel but agents Chamberlain and Godwin were very smart and entertaining. I would definitely read another story or more featuring them.
Sadly, Evan Francart lost his wife because in part, because of high drug prices, which leaves him very upset with the responsible pharmaceutical company. That is when Cassandra enters his life and gives him a way to make the company pay. Her plan leaves him and several others dead.
FBI agents Susan Chamberlain and Michael Godwin are assigned to Evan’s case and what they find is mind-blowing. Evan is the first of a group of 100 that have connected to Cassandra with various unknown targets. Scared by all the possible tragedies in the future their mission is to find Cassandra and the other 99 people before more people are killed. Unfortunately, more souls are lost before they even get organized. Every minute counts if they have any hope of stopping the carnage.
The 100 are sick of getting screwed, the short end of the stick, the rich get richer, and the guilty getting off. It is time to do something but is following Cassandra’s instructions the right thing?
Evan Francart’s plight grabbed a hold of me right away especially after the past two years of my cancer treatments. Drug costs are crazy! The man was clearly pushed to his limits. I have to say the suicide element triggered me a little bit but looking at the big picture that had to be a feature of Cassandra’s plan. Mr. Timmel did a great job of presenting Evan as a character most people would be moved by, he is very human, with natural feelings after suffering such a loss. Someone easy for someone to prey on and force their agenda. We get snippets of other people connected to Cassandra but not as in-depth as Evan. Their reasons for vengeance are varied and some even more harrowing. The 100 are dealing with corruption on so many levels and the author has written the story in a way that really makes the reader evaluate life through their eyes.
The FBI agents are presently realistically too. It was very interesting to follow their process and thinking. You can feel their drive to solve this case and the way they banter theories around to try to make sense of what is happening is eye-opening. Susan and Michael are new partners and I really enjoyed their dialogues. Serious when warranted but some funny conversations as well.
We Are 100 is full of action right from the start. The pace slows as the agents work the case but rachets right back up again as danger mounts. Mr. Timmel has constructed his story with a nice balance told from several points of view in a way that makes the book impossible to put down. The ending was fantastic. I can tell he did a ton of research to make the entire drama plausible and real. It is a book that will stick with you long after you reach the final page. I can easily see this story adapted for a movie of the week.
I know this is stand-alone suspense and this is the author’s first fiction novel but agents Chamberlain and Godwin were very smart and entertaining. I would definitely read another story or more featuring them.
March 25, 2021
The prologue of this book drops you right into the action. It was pretty intense and it sucked me in. Then, the rest of the book kept me in. It's fast paced, suspenseful, and at times darkly hilarious. It's also peppered with pop culture references and some pretty biting commentaries. This was a really enjoyable read. A big part of me hopes that we will hear from Susan and Michael, again.
March 30, 2021
This book is written by a friend of mine, check it out! The action starts out with a bang and doesn’t stop. Clever, suspenseful, witty, and hard to put down. A great read—highly recommend!
July 6, 2021
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I really enjoyed this book. Right into the first chapter, we go from 0 to 100 really quick and it ends off in such a way that I had to stop and process what just happened. The adrenaline was dripping off me and I turned right back and ended up reading that chapter one more time just to experience it again. In Nathan Timmel’s first fiction novel, we follow the story of the sheep that fight back against the wolves that have set their paws on top of the common folk for long enough. Powerful people in powerful positions are falling one by one and their deaths are there to make an example to the world. You only paint your own targets is the theme that those in the “We Are 100” follow.
The writing is really good, even during moments that starts to slow down in between all the drama and adrenaline. The characters are likeable; both the good and all of the villains, and you find yourself sympathizing with the bad guys. With a good pace, short chapters, and well written storyline and characters, this book was a great read that was easy to digest. Emotions are strong from the beginning to the end and the book finishes off satisfyingly.
I really enjoyed this book. Right into the first chapter, we go from 0 to 100 really quick and it ends off in such a way that I had to stop and process what just happened. The adrenaline was dripping off me and I turned right back and ended up reading that chapter one more time just to experience it again. In Nathan Timmel’s first fiction novel, we follow the story of the sheep that fight back against the wolves that have set their paws on top of the common folk for long enough. Powerful people in powerful positions are falling one by one and their deaths are there to make an example to the world. You only paint your own targets is the theme that those in the “We Are 100” follow.
The writing is really good, even during moments that starts to slow down in between all the drama and adrenaline. The characters are likeable; both the good and all of the villains, and you find yourself sympathizing with the bad guys. With a good pace, short chapters, and well written storyline and characters, this book was a great read that was easy to digest. Emotions are strong from the beginning to the end and the book finishes off satisfyingly.
October 11, 2021
4.5/5 stars. Full review posted on my blog.
First of all, a big thank you to Nathan Timmel for sending me a complimentary physical copy of this book in exchange for an honest review! I especially love receiving physical copies over digital, because they are better for my diminishing eyesight.
When I first saw the cover of We Are 100, it immediately reminded me of some of the YA mystery novels that I’ve read in the past couple of years. It gave me Karen McManus vibes. Let me tell you, that is not at all what this book is. The overall story follows two FBI agents as they attempt to hunt down the mastermind behind the planning of 100 violent acts before it’s too late. In that way, it is more of a police procedural suspense novel than a mystery.
The narration switches between following the FBI team assigned to the case, the members of the 100 (unconnected individuals who are carrying out these violent acts), and “Cassandra” (the person behind it all). I really enjoyed this style choice because it allowed me to get a kind of eagle-eye view of the entire situation. Basically nothing is hidden from the reader—almost all of the suspense comes from the question of will the FBI find and stop Cassandra in time?
Due to the switching of timelines/narrators, the cast of this book is a decent size, but not so big that you lose track of who is who. Each chapter gives the reader an inside view of how that person/group think(s), and thus allows the novel to present a diverse amount of opinions and viewpoints. It is because of this that I do want to slightly warn you that this book isn’t going to be for everyone. There are a number of “political” statements sprinkled throughout that might rub certain readers the wrong way depending on how they feel about particular topics. The overall theme deals with people in power abusing their privileges and screwing over those who are reliant on their help, so you can imagine that it might touch on several sensitive topics. Off the top of my head, I can list that it tackles some of the following: rape and subsequent legal corruption, pedophilia/child sex trafficking, insurance corruption, bank corruption, and justifiable homicide/suicide. (You can find a list of trigger/content warnings for the book on BookTriggerWarnings.com). Please keep this in mind when you’re making your way through the novel. You might not always agree with what is being said, but it is important to keep an open mind and to attempt to see things from other points of view.
We Are 100 is sure to provide some food for thought, both while you’re reading and after you’ve finished. It came out earlier this year in March, so you can grab your copy right now!
First of all, a big thank you to Nathan Timmel for sending me a complimentary physical copy of this book in exchange for an honest review! I especially love receiving physical copies over digital, because they are better for my diminishing eyesight.
When I first saw the cover of We Are 100, it immediately reminded me of some of the YA mystery novels that I’ve read in the past couple of years. It gave me Karen McManus vibes. Let me tell you, that is not at all what this book is. The overall story follows two FBI agents as they attempt to hunt down the mastermind behind the planning of 100 violent acts before it’s too late. In that way, it is more of a police procedural suspense novel than a mystery.
The narration switches between following the FBI team assigned to the case, the members of the 100 (unconnected individuals who are carrying out these violent acts), and “Cassandra” (the person behind it all). I really enjoyed this style choice because it allowed me to get a kind of eagle-eye view of the entire situation. Basically nothing is hidden from the reader—almost all of the suspense comes from the question of will the FBI find and stop Cassandra in time?
Due to the switching of timelines/narrators, the cast of this book is a decent size, but not so big that you lose track of who is who. Each chapter gives the reader an inside view of how that person/group think(s), and thus allows the novel to present a diverse amount of opinions and viewpoints. It is because of this that I do want to slightly warn you that this book isn’t going to be for everyone. There are a number of “political” statements sprinkled throughout that might rub certain readers the wrong way depending on how they feel about particular topics. The overall theme deals with people in power abusing their privileges and screwing over those who are reliant on their help, so you can imagine that it might touch on several sensitive topics. Off the top of my head, I can list that it tackles some of the following: rape and subsequent legal corruption, pedophilia/child sex trafficking, insurance corruption, bank corruption, and justifiable homicide/suicide. (You can find a list of trigger/content warnings for the book on BookTriggerWarnings.com). Please keep this in mind when you’re making your way through the novel. You might not always agree with what is being said, but it is important to keep an open mind and to attempt to see things from other points of view.
We Are 100 is sure to provide some food for thought, both while you’re reading and after you’ve finished. It came out earlier this year in March, so you can grab your copy right now!
January 30, 2026
I actually loved this book and want to give it a re-listen at some point to think more about the ideas Nathan brings up (intentionally or not!) of law & order, racial profiling, morality, justice, systems, etc. The prologue instantly draws you in - and all of the 100 are very very very plausible given the state of AI and the country right now. Nathan does an excellent job narrating. With him being a comedian, I was curious to see what would translate into his writing, but it's an excellent balance of comedic relief and important commentary. Ultimately, would definitely recommend!!!!
May 3, 2021
We Are 100 kept my interest from page 1. I enjoyed this read from start to finish.
April 20, 2022
Before I get into the review, I would like to say a massive thank you to Nathan for providing a copy in exchange for an honest review. This does not effect my review in any way.
We Are 100 is an action packed book which begins with Evan blowing up a pharmaceutical sales company in revenge for his wife's death - and it doesn't end there. It is soon revealed that Evan is part of a much bigger movement, and there are ninety nine people waiting for their turn, and to exact their own revenge. As more and more people carry on their own missions, the FBI chase down the perpetrator. Will they find them before more crimes are committed, or will it be too late?
One of my favourite things about this book was definitely the amount of action. Right from the very first pages we were thrown into the action with a literal bang. It was such an explosive start and the perfect way to begin the book, which was just as fast paced and action packed. I really enjoyed how quickly the book moved along and I found myself whizzing through the chapters!
Of course, it wasn't just action - there were also some slower chapters where we saw the FBI trying to solve the case. These really helped to break the story up and provided a break from the action. I think this definitely helped a lot with the pacing as Timmel successfully balanced the action with the more realistic side of investigations - paperwork and interviews, for instance.
I think another thing which really stood out to me was the amount of research which had gone into it. You can always tell when reading how much the author had done in terms of research, and it seemed like he had really gone the extra mile. I love it when a book is well researched and I definitely appreciated the effort Timmel had put into it.
Of course, don't get me wrong - it wasn't just research! We Are 100 also had some really great references and humour in it, which is always fun to read. Some of the interactions between the group were just hilarious and I loved the banter which Susan and Michael in particular shared - they really bounced off each other, which was very amusing to read.
Speaking of Susan and Michael, I also really loved how well rounded they both were, in addition to their almost instant friendship. It was really nice to see Michael pitch in with his ideas despite being new to the field and bring a new perspective, as well as Susan's views, as she was a lot more experienced. Both of these characters were really well developed and I would love to see them in a possible sequel or spin off!
I think these likeable characters were definitely one of the things which drew me in. Apart from the first few chapters, I read the book in one sitting, and Timmel did a really great job of pulling the reader in. The action, the characters, and the unique and interesting plot all led to me finding it impossible to put down - I needed to see how it all played out!
Of course, We Are 100 also really made me think. Timmel really challenged my idea of 'good' and 'bad', particularly as I found myself feeling for some of the 'bad' guys. They'd all been through a lot and there was no clear cut answer as to whether or not their actions were right - or, at least, justifiable. I think this definitely highlighted Timmel's talent (despite this being his first work of fiction) as all of the characters were very emphatic - even the antagonist.
Overall, I would recommend We Are 100 for anyone with a taste for fast paced thrillers. I would also recommend it for anyone who enjoys reading books about the FBI and their chase for the criminal, as that was a central theme in this book.
We Are 100 is an action packed book which begins with Evan blowing up a pharmaceutical sales company in revenge for his wife's death - and it doesn't end there. It is soon revealed that Evan is part of a much bigger movement, and there are ninety nine people waiting for their turn, and to exact their own revenge. As more and more people carry on their own missions, the FBI chase down the perpetrator. Will they find them before more crimes are committed, or will it be too late?
One of my favourite things about this book was definitely the amount of action. Right from the very first pages we were thrown into the action with a literal bang. It was such an explosive start and the perfect way to begin the book, which was just as fast paced and action packed. I really enjoyed how quickly the book moved along and I found myself whizzing through the chapters!
Of course, it wasn't just action - there were also some slower chapters where we saw the FBI trying to solve the case. These really helped to break the story up and provided a break from the action. I think this definitely helped a lot with the pacing as Timmel successfully balanced the action with the more realistic side of investigations - paperwork and interviews, for instance.
I think another thing which really stood out to me was the amount of research which had gone into it. You can always tell when reading how much the author had done in terms of research, and it seemed like he had really gone the extra mile. I love it when a book is well researched and I definitely appreciated the effort Timmel had put into it.
Of course, don't get me wrong - it wasn't just research! We Are 100 also had some really great references and humour in it, which is always fun to read. Some of the interactions between the group were just hilarious and I loved the banter which Susan and Michael in particular shared - they really bounced off each other, which was very amusing to read.
Speaking of Susan and Michael, I also really loved how well rounded they both were, in addition to their almost instant friendship. It was really nice to see Michael pitch in with his ideas despite being new to the field and bring a new perspective, as well as Susan's views, as she was a lot more experienced. Both of these characters were really well developed and I would love to see them in a possible sequel or spin off!
I think these likeable characters were definitely one of the things which drew me in. Apart from the first few chapters, I read the book in one sitting, and Timmel did a really great job of pulling the reader in. The action, the characters, and the unique and interesting plot all led to me finding it impossible to put down - I needed to see how it all played out!
Of course, We Are 100 also really made me think. Timmel really challenged my idea of 'good' and 'bad', particularly as I found myself feeling for some of the 'bad' guys. They'd all been through a lot and there was no clear cut answer as to whether or not their actions were right - or, at least, justifiable. I think this definitely highlighted Timmel's talent (despite this being his first work of fiction) as all of the characters were very emphatic - even the antagonist.
Overall, I would recommend We Are 100 for anyone with a taste for fast paced thrillers. I would also recommend it for anyone who enjoys reading books about the FBI and their chase for the criminal, as that was a central theme in this book.
December 6, 2021
Modern technology is so far ahead of most of us, this book could almost be termed Sci-Fi. But basically, it’s a psychological thriller, exposing us to a deep understanding of what makes mass murderers and internet echo chambers work. We get a lot of rational, level-headed philosophy from serial killers, like “You can’t change the world but you can change yourself.” And then they go out and do something awful, but we can’t help cheering them on.
This is also a police procedural novel, but we are spared the usual soap opera of dysfunctional officers. There are good people on this FBI team, with good working relationships. No bitchiness and office politics. A bit of humorous banter once in a while serves to impress on us that these are real people with real friendships.
This is the kind of detective story where the opposition gets equal time. We see the inside of everyone’s head on both sides of the law. A dangerous writing technique, because usually if we don’t choose a side, then we don’t really feel the suspense. This story is so balanced that it’s difficult to decide whom we want to win. It’s a nice realistic twist; the criminal mastermind in the story is very careful to only attack people that the general public and the readers agree are evil, so we don’t get upset with him.
It’s like watching an exciting sports match between two excellent teams when you’re not a fan of either one, but the game is so good you stay to find out who wins and how.
As you might expect from this, the story is fairly heavy on the thematic side. We see a lot of pop philosophy painted with a broad brush, as in everything that is wrong with American society and politics. Questions like “How do you define evil?” and, “Are we really making a difference?” come up once in a while. Fortunately, this makes the characters more believable and likeable, so we don’t mind being side-tracked.
When I’m reviewing a book, I usually only skim it the second time through, looking for ideas and examples. For this novel, I read it through completely and enjoyed it just as much the second time.
Highly recommended for fans of psychological thrillers and hi-tech police procedurals.
This is also a police procedural novel, but we are spared the usual soap opera of dysfunctional officers. There are good people on this FBI team, with good working relationships. No bitchiness and office politics. A bit of humorous banter once in a while serves to impress on us that these are real people with real friendships.
This is the kind of detective story where the opposition gets equal time. We see the inside of everyone’s head on both sides of the law. A dangerous writing technique, because usually if we don’t choose a side, then we don’t really feel the suspense. This story is so balanced that it’s difficult to decide whom we want to win. It’s a nice realistic twist; the criminal mastermind in the story is very careful to only attack people that the general public and the readers agree are evil, so we don’t get upset with him.
It’s like watching an exciting sports match between two excellent teams when you’re not a fan of either one, but the game is so good you stay to find out who wins and how.
As you might expect from this, the story is fairly heavy on the thematic side. We see a lot of pop philosophy painted with a broad brush, as in everything that is wrong with American society and politics. Questions like “How do you define evil?” and, “Are we really making a difference?” come up once in a while. Fortunately, this makes the characters more believable and likeable, so we don’t mind being side-tracked.
When I’m reviewing a book, I usually only skim it the second time through, looking for ideas and examples. For this novel, I read it through completely and enjoyed it just as much the second time.
Highly recommended for fans of psychological thrillers and hi-tech police procedurals.
February 14, 2025
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We are 100 by nathan timmel is the story of a man who finds 100 people who were aggrieved by either the system or big corporations and want revenge. Mr. Timmel is a writer, comedian, and social-media personality.
FBI agents Susan Chamberlain and Michael Godwin are called in to investigate the murder of a big pharma CEO. The murderer, Evan Francart who also died, turned out to be an aggrieved husband whose wife could not afford her life-saving medication. A video is published on line, with room for 99 more.
Other murders happen, all of them by people who had a legitimate grievances against their victims. However, one person could not go through with his mission, and the FBI agents get their break.
I heard about this book on social media after the murder of United Healthcare’s CEO. I looked it up and it sounded really interesting, I was going on a long plane ride so I bought it as one of the other books I had to pass the time.
I enjoyed this book very much, the plot was exciting, captivating, and original. The author did not talk down to his audience, and told a great story that’s easy to follow and visualize.
We are 100 by nathan timmel is likely to hit a nerve with many Americans. We all have been screwed over by big business at some point, whether it be pharma, banks, or the system in general. However, there really isn’t much one can do except bare and grin the indignities, or in many cases keel over and die. Of course, there is no person to blame, and no one seems to suffer any consequences besides you.
The book makes sense on an emotional level, nevertheless the reasonable mind knows it’s not something that is likely to do. The story is certainly thrilling, and eerily relevant in a time where many mini-revolutions (BLM, Trump’s election, Occupy Wall St., etc.) are happening due to income inequality, among other reasons.
I enjoyed this book very much, it’s well written and the narrative moves at a fast pace. The characters, even those that die at the end of the chapter, are well-written and engaging.
We are 100 by nathan timmel is the story of a man who finds 100 people who were aggrieved by either the system or big corporations and want revenge. Mr. Timmel is a writer, comedian, and social-media personality.
FBI agents Susan Chamberlain and Michael Godwin are called in to investigate the murder of a big pharma CEO. The murderer, Evan Francart who also died, turned out to be an aggrieved husband whose wife could not afford her life-saving medication. A video is published on line, with room for 99 more.
Other murders happen, all of them by people who had a legitimate grievances against their victims. However, one person could not go through with his mission, and the FBI agents get their break.
I heard about this book on social media after the murder of United Healthcare’s CEO. I looked it up and it sounded really interesting, I was going on a long plane ride so I bought it as one of the other books I had to pass the time.
I enjoyed this book very much, the plot was exciting, captivating, and original. The author did not talk down to his audience, and told a great story that’s easy to follow and visualize.
We are 100 by nathan timmel is likely to hit a nerve with many Americans. We all have been screwed over by big business at some point, whether it be pharma, banks, or the system in general. However, there really isn’t much one can do except bare and grin the indignities, or in many cases keel over and die. Of course, there is no person to blame, and no one seems to suffer any consequences besides you.
The book makes sense on an emotional level, nevertheless the reasonable mind knows it’s not something that is likely to do. The story is certainly thrilling, and eerily relevant in a time where many mini-revolutions (BLM, Trump’s election, Occupy Wall St., etc.) are happening due to income inequality, among other reasons.
I enjoyed this book very much, it’s well written and the narrative moves at a fast pace. The characters, even those that die at the end of the chapter, are well-written and engaging.
November 10, 2021
Revenge is sweet and boy, does Mr. Timmel's bone-chilling thriller give it in spades!
The 100 is not going to take it anymore. Many are tired of getting screwed by the 1%, the powerful, the wealthy, so a movement of angry citizens is making itself heard by any means possible. Death to lawyers, big pharma CEOs, bank presidents, rapists, white supremacists, and pedophiles. But who is feeding this anger? An algorithm named Cassandra that's who. She was created to feed on support groups. To weaponize grief. Will it teach those who take from the poor and downtrodden that their time is up?
FBI agents Susan Chamberlain and Michael Godwin are assigned to the case and are scrambling to get ahead of the chaos. Cassandra wants copycats, and the 100 has a growing fanbase playing right into her plans. Time is of the essence to find the creator behind Cassandra and to stop the bedlam it has generated.
Mr. Timmel's take on domestic terrorism is brilliant. From the diligent and relentless FBI agents to the meticulous and ingenious mastermind behind the whole dynamic revenge plot, I was engrossed from the very first page. The interactions between the newly paired FBI agents are captivating and sometimes humorous as they pick their way through a vast internet trying to find the needle in the haystack. Being inside Cassandra's creator's mind is intriguing and fascinating as they try to predict all of the angles from not getting caught and presenting their own final act of revenge.
The intensity never wanes in this book as the reader is catapulted to the surprising ending. The pacing is perfect, the premise is fascinating, and the characters are well-developed. In fact, I wouldn't mind seeing the agents in a sequel.
Thank you to Mr. Timmel for contacting me for a review of his new fiction novel with no expectation of a positive review.
The 100 is not going to take it anymore. Many are tired of getting screwed by the 1%, the powerful, the wealthy, so a movement of angry citizens is making itself heard by any means possible. Death to lawyers, big pharma CEOs, bank presidents, rapists, white supremacists, and pedophiles. But who is feeding this anger? An algorithm named Cassandra that's who. She was created to feed on support groups. To weaponize grief. Will it teach those who take from the poor and downtrodden that their time is up?
FBI agents Susan Chamberlain and Michael Godwin are assigned to the case and are scrambling to get ahead of the chaos. Cassandra wants copycats, and the 100 has a growing fanbase playing right into her plans. Time is of the essence to find the creator behind Cassandra and to stop the bedlam it has generated.
Mr. Timmel's take on domestic terrorism is brilliant. From the diligent and relentless FBI agents to the meticulous and ingenious mastermind behind the whole dynamic revenge plot, I was engrossed from the very first page. The interactions between the newly paired FBI agents are captivating and sometimes humorous as they pick their way through a vast internet trying to find the needle in the haystack. Being inside Cassandra's creator's mind is intriguing and fascinating as they try to predict all of the angles from not getting caught and presenting their own final act of revenge.
The intensity never wanes in this book as the reader is catapulted to the surprising ending. The pacing is perfect, the premise is fascinating, and the characters are well-developed. In fact, I wouldn't mind seeing the agents in a sequel.
Thank you to Mr. Timmel for contacting me for a review of his new fiction novel with no expectation of a positive review.
January 9, 2022
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Thank you to the author, Nathan Timmel, for the eARC of this novel to read and enjoy.
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Thrilling, edgy, dark, edge-of-your-seat entertainment! Wow! What a heck of a thrilling ride! This book will have you flipping through the pages as you read along, wanting to know more. Who is behind all this seeming madness? What is Cassandra after, getting all these people to commit such horrid crimes and causing such mayhem? Why would they orchestrate such a thing? Are their actions warranted? These questions and many more will make you think as you follow along to these 100 people who have been wronged in some way. Are their actions justified? Were they right in committing such awful acts that caused destruction and took the lives of others? It will make you think about morals and the morals of those 100 in this novel.
A great novel that kept me guessing and second guessing. I loved how I never knew what was going to happen next. Who the next target would be, who the next 100 person involved would be, how they were wronged, etc. Fast-paced entertainment that will have you sucked in until you turn that very last page! Each person you read about in this novel that was included in the 100 was wronged in some way and you will feel empathy for them and their situation. You can understand why they are mad, why they are pissed off, why they have suffered, and why they want revenge. But does that excuse their actions that they take upon themselves to exact that revenge?
If you haven’t read this novel yet you seriously need to add it to your TBR now. You will not be disappointed!
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Thank you to the author, Nathan Timmel, for the eARC of this novel to read and enjoy.
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Thrilling, edgy, dark, edge-of-your-seat entertainment! Wow! What a heck of a thrilling ride! This book will have you flipping through the pages as you read along, wanting to know more. Who is behind all this seeming madness? What is Cassandra after, getting all these people to commit such horrid crimes and causing such mayhem? Why would they orchestrate such a thing? Are their actions warranted? These questions and many more will make you think as you follow along to these 100 people who have been wronged in some way. Are their actions justified? Were they right in committing such awful acts that caused destruction and took the lives of others? It will make you think about morals and the morals of those 100 in this novel.
A great novel that kept me guessing and second guessing. I loved how I never knew what was going to happen next. Who the next target would be, who the next 100 person involved would be, how they were wronged, etc. Fast-paced entertainment that will have you sucked in until you turn that very last page! Each person you read about in this novel that was included in the 100 was wronged in some way and you will feel empathy for them and their situation. You can understand why they are mad, why they are pissed off, why they have suffered, and why they want revenge. But does that excuse their actions that they take upon themselves to exact that revenge?
If you haven’t read this novel yet you seriously need to add it to your TBR now. You will not be disappointed!
February 20, 2022
This really was a great read. It’s the type of book that as I was reading it, I was able to picture it as a movie even more than usual. Like as an ACTUAL movie, not just a book I’m reading and can see it in my head. The author did a great job of making things clear for the reader without dumbing things down. He created characters, both “good” and “bad” that I could identify and sympathize with. Not everyone can do that.
The story itself is something many of us can relate to. We have all been wronged in one way or another by a power bigger than ourselves, and if not us personally, we all know someone who has been essentially screwed by the system. Josh is sick of it and decides to find a way to make the powers that be stop and see that there are consequences for their actions. That they can’t just crap all over people and get away with it anymore. A villain after my own heart, really.
One of the many things I really enjoyed about this book, aside from the stellar story itself, was the level of humor involved. This is a fairly serious book in concept, but the sense of humor of the characters was something I could definitely appreciate. It doesn’t poke fun of the seriousness of the problems, but it adds a level of humanity to things. I will now forever refer to going to the bar as “working out” because of this story. It’s liver day!
It’s hard for me to express how I truly feel about this book because I agree with the antagonist 100%. I may not totally agree with his methods, but when nothing else has worked, I can’t say I blame him. Though for legal reasons, I feel like I should say no. You shouldn’t do what is in this book. And I would never consider it, myself.
This book is definitely one you want to check out if you enjoy stories that make sense on a human level and involve a bit of mystery and thrilling stuff. The action scenes were so visual for me. I really enjoyed every minute and missed quite a bit of sleep bc I couldn’t put it down. Great book.
The story itself is something many of us can relate to. We have all been wronged in one way or another by a power bigger than ourselves, and if not us personally, we all know someone who has been essentially screwed by the system. Josh is sick of it and decides to find a way to make the powers that be stop and see that there are consequences for their actions. That they can’t just crap all over people and get away with it anymore. A villain after my own heart, really.
One of the many things I really enjoyed about this book, aside from the stellar story itself, was the level of humor involved. This is a fairly serious book in concept, but the sense of humor of the characters was something I could definitely appreciate. It doesn’t poke fun of the seriousness of the problems, but it adds a level of humanity to things. I will now forever refer to going to the bar as “working out” because of this story. It’s liver day!
It’s hard for me to express how I truly feel about this book because I agree with the antagonist 100%. I may not totally agree with his methods, but when nothing else has worked, I can’t say I blame him. Though for legal reasons, I feel like I should say no. You shouldn’t do what is in this book. And I would never consider it, myself.
This book is definitely one you want to check out if you enjoy stories that make sense on a human level and involve a bit of mystery and thrilling stuff. The action scenes were so visual for me. I really enjoyed every minute and missed quite a bit of sleep bc I couldn’t put it down. Great book.
December 7, 2021
Nathan Timmel’s first published thriller We Are 100 is gripping from the start. I found it to be brilliantly written and a smooth, clear read.
100 people who have suffered an injustice are carefully chosen and groomed by ‘Cassandra’ they are primed to carry out an act of retribution. They have nothing left but their life and they are willing to give that to finally have some justice. Susan Chamberlain, an experienced FBI agent, and Michael Godwin, fresh out of training college, work together to try unravel the case, to stop the group of vigilantes, and find who is really behind these acts of passion.
We Are 100 has a well-thought-out, clear plot. The statement “an eye for an eye” and the difference between right and wrong is challenged in this story, which I found very thought provoking. The characters are easy to relate with, I especially enjoyed the relationship between Susan and Michael. Their characters came across as sensible, caring, and with common sense. Their characters complemented each other. Often there is a darkness over the written character of FBI agents. I found Nathan’s take refreshing.
A brilliant book. I would recommend We Are 100 and give it 5 stars
I received ARC in exchange for an honest review.
100 people who have suffered an injustice are carefully chosen and groomed by ‘Cassandra’ they are primed to carry out an act of retribution. They have nothing left but their life and they are willing to give that to finally have some justice. Susan Chamberlain, an experienced FBI agent, and Michael Godwin, fresh out of training college, work together to try unravel the case, to stop the group of vigilantes, and find who is really behind these acts of passion.
We Are 100 has a well-thought-out, clear plot. The statement “an eye for an eye” and the difference between right and wrong is challenged in this story, which I found very thought provoking. The characters are easy to relate with, I especially enjoyed the relationship between Susan and Michael. Their characters came across as sensible, caring, and with common sense. Their characters complemented each other. Often there is a darkness over the written character of FBI agents. I found Nathan’s take refreshing.
A brilliant book. I would recommend We Are 100 and give it 5 stars
I received ARC in exchange for an honest review.
July 10, 2023
Fascinating thriller about liberal vigilantes, 100 people who are killing pharma execs, neo-nazis, pedophiles, and a number of other late-stage capitalist assholes we probably all fantasize about either killing or dosing with a container ship full of Ex-Lax, at the very least.
The plot follows the bad guy, alias Cassandra, and the two FBI agents tasked with hunting her down. A good deal of action and a lot of mental cat and mouse games. I did not put it down until I had finished.
Apparently self-published, but far better than 3 of the last 5 trade published books I've tried to read. I had the audio version, read by the author, who did an great job of it (engineering values are pro, too). I wish I had more power to push this book through social media, but this is about the extent of my social media usage, so... I know a lot of my followers like thrillers. Give this a go. It's free if you have Kindle Unlimited or the month or two free trial of it.
The plot follows the bad guy, alias Cassandra, and the two FBI agents tasked with hunting her down. A good deal of action and a lot of mental cat and mouse games. I did not put it down until I had finished.
Apparently self-published, but far better than 3 of the last 5 trade published books I've tried to read. I had the audio version, read by the author, who did an great job of it (engineering values are pro, too). I wish I had more power to push this book through social media, but this is about the extent of my social media usage, so... I know a lot of my followers like thrillers. Give this a go. It's free if you have Kindle Unlimited or the month or two free trial of it.
November 12, 2023
I am clearly in the minority, so perhaps this book just isn't for me. Several things about the writing were irritating, including the repeated error "the Ukraine". It's "Ukraine"... no "the".
I also didn't care for the pop culture references that seemed tuned more as a "get it? get it?" wink to me, the reader. They were not needed to forward the scene or lend personality to the characters. A little goes a long way here, and too many pop culture references limit the longevity value of the story.
The concept was good and I am finishing the book, but I keep getting pulled out of the story by the unnecessary distractions and errors.
Also, BIG pet peeve, you CAN yell fire in a crowded theatre. That old canard just needs to go away and this has been easily knowable for more than 20 years If you don't know what I'm talking about, look up Ken White (Pope Hat) and his explanation, or the article published by The Atlantic in 2012.
So. Good story idea, but the execution was lacking.
I also didn't care for the pop culture references that seemed tuned more as a "get it? get it?" wink to me, the reader. They were not needed to forward the scene or lend personality to the characters. A little goes a long way here, and too many pop culture references limit the longevity value of the story.
The concept was good and I am finishing the book, but I keep getting pulled out of the story by the unnecessary distractions and errors.
Also, BIG pet peeve, you CAN yell fire in a crowded theatre. That old canard just needs to go away and this has been easily knowable for more than 20 years If you don't know what I'm talking about, look up Ken White (Pope Hat) and his explanation, or the article published by The Atlantic in 2012.
So. Good story idea, but the execution was lacking.
January 16, 2022
When the stand up comedian I had just seen recommended his fiction thriller book, I was very skeptical. Amazon reviews were promising, and the story sounded interesting so I gave it a shot. And I'm so glad I ordered this!! It has been a long time since I read a book this quickly. I highly recommend it for anyone who enjoys suspenseful thrillers.
February 10, 2025
I first saw Nathan last night in Port Washington WI. Great set. We enjoyed his skill as a comedian. Learned of this book atthe end of his set.
Read this book today. A real page turner with a writing style reminiscent of my favorite author David Baldacci. Well done Nathan. I am looking forward to your next book.
Read this book today. A real page turner with a writing style reminiscent of my favorite author David Baldacci. Well done Nathan. I am looking forward to your next book.
June 24, 2025
Great story.
I found this author on YouTube, And realize she lived in my neighborhood. No I’ve never met the man but I never miss a video. I bought this book on his recommendation and I’m damn glad I did. Excellent read great characters. In a hell of an imagination. I think I’ll go get his other books.
I found this author on YouTube, And realize she lived in my neighborhood. No I’ve never met the man but I never miss a video. I bought this book on his recommendation and I’m damn glad I did. Excellent read great characters. In a hell of an imagination. I think I’ll go get his other books.
October 27, 2022
Intense and a quick read. I love the angle. I love the idea. I do feel like there was no real conclusion or it was vaguely washed over in the end. I think there could've been more character development too, but overall an excellent, edge of your seat thriller.
June 7, 2021
This book was q bargain!
I awarded 5 stars because I didn't find any flaw with it. I would recommend this this book to anyone.
I awarded 5 stars because I didn't find any flaw with it. I would recommend this this book to anyone.
September 16, 2021
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It wasn't what I expected. It was better. It was a fun, light-hearted read that had me giggling out loud at times. Makes you think and keeps you entertained.
May 31, 2022
Absolutely loved it. Got it for $3 clearance at half priced books and thought it would be eh but I actually loved it so much. Getting my mom to read it next lol
July 29, 2023
Page turner
I like how the story floated between characters. Appreciated the chapters were short so I would read a few minutes at a time.
I like how the story floated between characters. Appreciated the chapters were short so I would read a few minutes at a time.
November 12, 2021
You know the book is good when you start to root for the bad guy. :)
Evan lost his wife. The prices for the medication that could save her, got jacked up by the pharmaceutical company, so much that they could no longer afford it and she pass on... He is depressed and filled with the need for revenge. He blows up the board room, killing people responsible for the price rise and himself while making sure most innocent people are out of the building.
FBI agent Susan and newbie Michael are sent to investigate. What they soon discover is that Even is the first of many. A new website pops up, We Are 100, where after each crime is committed the is a video with explanation and confection.
It's up to Susan and Michael to find whoever is behind it and stop more people from dying.
The more they dive into the crime and people doing it, the more they discover, that they all had good reason for doing so. These are not senseless crimes, the people targeted are criminals who got away with it, who are still hurting people in some way. And the ones doing it, are people who are at end of their rope, who lost everything and are seeking revenge, or retribution.
It's the kind of story that makes you think and messes with you a bit. It delved deep into the gray zone between right and wrong, is it OK for criminals to walk free, to not get punished, is it OK that ordinary people always get the short string, that system seems to work for some people only. It made me root for the bad guy. :)
The other thing that makes the story great, is the partnership between Susan and Michael. Susan is an experienced field agent, who had many chances to be promoted but prefers field work to office and for Michael, this is the first assignment. Their almost instant friendship and mutual respect are what make their partnership work.
Once I started it, I couldn't put it down, I just had to know what happens next. :) The writing is top-notch. I was drawn into the story from the first page.
Highly recommend it!
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Evan lost his wife. The prices for the medication that could save her, got jacked up by the pharmaceutical company, so much that they could no longer afford it and she pass on... He is depressed and filled with the need for revenge. He blows up the board room, killing people responsible for the price rise and himself while making sure most innocent people are out of the building.
FBI agent Susan and newbie Michael are sent to investigate. What they soon discover is that Even is the first of many. A new website pops up, We Are 100, where after each crime is committed the is a video with explanation and confection.
It's up to Susan and Michael to find whoever is behind it and stop more people from dying.
The more they dive into the crime and people doing it, the more they discover, that they all had good reason for doing so. These are not senseless crimes, the people targeted are criminals who got away with it, who are still hurting people in some way. And the ones doing it, are people who are at end of their rope, who lost everything and are seeking revenge, or retribution.
It's the kind of story that makes you think and messes with you a bit. It delved deep into the gray zone between right and wrong, is it OK for criminals to walk free, to not get punished, is it OK that ordinary people always get the short string, that system seems to work for some people only. It made me root for the bad guy. :)
The other thing that makes the story great, is the partnership between Susan and Michael. Susan is an experienced field agent, who had many chances to be promoted but prefers field work to office and for Michael, this is the first assignment. Their almost instant friendship and mutual respect are what make their partnership work.
Once I started it, I couldn't put it down, I just had to know what happens next. :) The writing is top-notch. I was drawn into the story from the first page.
Highly recommend it!
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