Americans are drowning in information with no clue that it will soon steal their nation and their liberty.Orphaned as an adolescent then cycled through the foster-care system, AJ Scott, believes she’s so badly broken that no one would want her. When she finds an orphaned girl, Sam, hidden in some bushes along the Rogue River, in an instant, a bond is formed. AJ quickly learns that Sam’s and her … her guardian’s lives are in danger from a team of hired killers. But AJ commits to helping eight-year-old Sam. A competitive athlete, AJ Scott isn’t one to quit, give up, or do anything halfway, not even when she and Sam end up in a road race with killers in pursuit.When Hunter Jones’s cousin dies, he becomes eight-year-old Samantha Wilson’s guardian and sets aside any pursuit of personal happiness. Sam becomes his lot in life, and he loves her dearly. But Hunter, a big data analyst, will soon release a research report proving that the largest Internet search engine in the world is being used by its owners to influence American political thought with the intent of controlling elections. He hints at his findings in a radio interview and the news goes viral. Within hours, a team of hired killers attacks Hunter and Sam, intending to eliminate them and steal his research findings. Hunter hides Sam and eludes the killers. But when he returns, Sam is gone. Enraged, Hunter Jones will storm the gates of Hades to get her back, and whoever took her will pay a steep price.Set in Southern Oregon, Seattle, Washington DC, and Eastern Oregon, near Lake Paulina, Slanted is a gritty, high-action, romantic suspense adventure about commitment, sacrifice, love and faith.
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This latest book by Wegley takes us into the IT world which we have all come to rely greatly upon, from internet searches for most everything we use and/or read. How easy it would be for us to be manipulated by what we are relying on for our source of information. That the media and IT search engines could slant public opinion is an aspect we all need to prayerfully consider. This is portrayed in this suspense thriller…… Hunter is a computer genius and wants to warn the public that they are being swayed by search engines and this comes to the notice of the president who wants to see him personally to find out why he thinks this is so…….Thus begins one of the most harrowing experience as the IT giant seeks to stop him, even if they must kill him to silence him. Hunter has charge of his young cousin Sam, whose parents are deceased and he loves her as his own and would sacrifice his life for her. This is what they are counting on…..Enters A.J. a young woman down on her luck, who is accidentally drawn into this dilemma and has to fight to stay alive. Hold your seat as Slanted takes you on twists and turns filled with suspense, action and evil, along with romance and faith that God will be the deliverer. What a book that will keep you turning the pages to see how it will end.
I read this in one day! I was mesmerized from beginning to end. I had to remind myself that this is a work of fiction. The hardest part about convincing myself was that it was so close to reality I thought I might be reading someone’s personal experience. Yes, it is that good!
In the novel, readers find a young man who has researched and found that an IT company is manipulating the results people received when they do an internet search. Add to the mix a young lady whose broken past, scarred heart, and longing to be loved has made her into a spitfire! Then, add another character who is parentless. Her guardian is a young man who wrote a scathing report to be released to the public soon.
Now, mix all three characters up with the IT company’s nefarious actions and you have one thrilling, suspense filled book! Don’t worry, the author didn’t fill his fictional tale with a bunch of woes and leave it at that. Throughout the book, I enjoyed seeing the characters’ faith in action even when facing dangerous peril. The ending is superb with hope filling the pages and leaving readers with heart-pounding patriotism and, I think, a desire to share the story with others.
The author did a wonderful job, revealing the hope our nation still has and a brighter future if we act through the power of our votes to save America. I kept thinking as I was reading that I didn’t realize how much the internet really has influenced thoughts, actions, and decisions of people. Yes, sometimes what is posted or shared it isn’t good, but it can be changed as we learn to think for ourselves, pray, and talk with people.
I think many will enjoy the book and I hope to share it with friends and family!
When you pick up one of Harry Wegley’s books you don’t have to wonder if you are going to enjoy it. All of his books are suspenseful from the first page and this one is no different. Hunter is exposing the big IT search engine CEO for slanting the answers in a way that could compromise the coming election. Immediately Hunter, and his little cousin Sam (Samantha) whom he had custody of, are on the run from killers. Then AJ Scott gets involved and it is a very intense hide and seek with the hired thugs. This book will keep you turning pages as a romance buds between Hunter and AJ all while running for their lives. Sam will keep you entertained With her witty conversations. I love Mr. Wegley’s books. Do yourself a favor and pick this one up. You won’t be sorry. I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.