{"id":11,"date":"2021-04-14T16:25:22","date_gmt":"2021-04-14T16:25:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ysbsqa-spctrainingaccount02.com\/rayderby\/?page_id=11"},"modified":"2024-05-12T18:37:18","modified_gmt":"2024-05-12T18:37:18","slug":"book-reviews","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/rayderby.com\/index.php\/book-reviews\/","title":{"rendered":"Book Reviews"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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It is hard for me to believe that this is the first novel he has written, it reads like the work of a Master at the Craft. His situations genuinely compelling and believable, his plots and action truly spellbinding, and the storyline moves at such a pace that
the few seconds it takes to turn a page was agony. He has created characters that I cared about, and found myself on more than one occasion, commenting out loud over what I had just read. Luckily, there was no one else around at the time. I don\u2019t
know if it is the timing of the novel or just the fact that it is so darn good, but Mr. Derby is on his way to being one of the big names of political thrillers if there is any justice in this world, and it will be an honor bestowed upon him that is richly
and rightfully deserved. If you like edge of the seat white knuckle page turning thrillers that will keep you not only guessing but wanting more, then I implore you to pick up this book. It is one of the most well written thrillers of its type I have ever read, and my highest recommendation goes out to this novel. Remember the name, The Shadow Government by Ray Derby. Buy it, read it, but most of all, pray it is just fiction-for all of our sakes.<\/h5>
…Mohr Reviews. The Shadow Government, A Novel by Ray Derby, Published by
iUniverse 5220 S. 16th St. Suite 200 Lincoln, NE 685121. 877.823.9235 ISBN # 0-
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Derby has a way of drawing the reader into the action he has created. His credentials in the emergency management field reveals, this excellent book should be required reading for every American citizen. Mr. Derby has the magic of drawing the manner, how each community could easily find itself on the verge of destruction. This book is Terrorism in action….and how the American spirit can survive…freedom is the standard. Meet the spirit of America exemplified by the characters of Norm Shepard and Nate Sems. Rich reading full of characters you want to know.<\/h5>
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His story has attained more credibility and verisimilitude since the events of September 11, 2001 has made the unthinkable now the reality in this new age of international terrorism. The Shadow Government is one of those rare works of
which it is honestly said, I couldn’t put it down.<\/h5>
…ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, Former U.S.M.C. paramilitary officer in the Vietnam
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Though terrorists employ clever deadly ruses as they value life less than radioactive waste, THE SHADOW GOVERNMENT highlights what is a major fear of many people: weapons of mass destruction (ask the President and his psychological advisors). The story line is a powerful thriller that looks at what a government can do to continue to lead even when calamity reaches biblical proportions. Though the small insets focusing on the terrorists seem more distracting than revealing, readers will feel they won the Triple Crown with Ray Derby’s compelling tale of counterterrorism.<\/h5>
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Mr. Derby in his book demonstrates that he sure knows what he is doing. I think it could do very well in its genre of futurist mystery fiction. So I say, run with it. It’s a good read.<\/h5>
…Sam Sharkey, former professor at Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, former editor of news for NBC and former head of the New York Times national news desk.<\/h5>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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I just finished the most fantastic book, BRADLEY’S GHOST. Bradley’s Ghost isn’t a good book, it is a GREAT book! This would be a great movie. This would be a REALLY great movie. If you are tired of the same old plot by the usual authors, you should make the effort to track down Ray Derby’s Bradley’s Ghost. Bradley’s Ghost is as multidimensional as they come. He has several character groups woven through the action packed adventure that is so real you will think you were watching the evening news. Even his cameo characters have personality. This is NOT a book to loan — tell your friends to get their own book! This one is a keeper!<\/h5>
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As promised, I did read your novel “The Shadow Government.” I share your concerns over the threat of biological weapons and hope that is a situation our country never has to face. Fiction has become reality, especially the last few months.
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Shadow Government.<\/span> It was exciting from beginning to end. If it does not become a best seller and stay there, I
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Bradley’s Ghost.<\/span> I certainly enjoyed reading it. If you can’t capture your reader by the first page you have lost
him. You not only capture but you don’t release until the very last word on the very last page.
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I found the story was compelling and well written. Once I started reading, I was unable to put the book down. \u00a0I believe the book was right on, with how this not only could happen, but the results that would follow. I enjoyed Mr. Derby’s knowledge not only of the surroundings, but the people that he wrote about. His knowledge of the subject, was chilling. I honestly believe that
Mr. Derby could be compared to other authors of this genre, and come out smelling like a rose. I for one, will be will be looking for more written by Ray Derby in the future.
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