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rank 4441
word count 25256
date submitted 03.08.2010
date updated 09.08.2010
genres: Fiction, Thriller, Popular Culture,...
classification: moderate
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Jefferson's Road: The Spirit of Resistance

Michael J. Scott

Sometimes we do the wrong thing for all the right reasons.

 

“How do we keep them from electing Marxists and liberals?”

“Well, that’s what the war is for, buddy.”

- A Radical Plan -

Stung by the last election, Martin Baird conceives a plan to ignite a second American Revolution. He will provoke the United States’ government into declaring war against its own citizens by assassinating the President on Inauguration Day.

“What country can preserve its liberties if its leaders are not warned from time to time that this people preserve the spirit of resistance? Let them take arms.”

- A Desperate Gamble -

Fearful for his brother’s life and stunned by his own surprising skill with an assault rifle, Peter Baird tries to keep him from going down Jefferson’s road to revolution. Can he save his brother, or must he betray Martin to save his country? Or will he himself pull the trigger?

Tension builds throughout this novel as discussion segues into action; suspense mounts from the question always dangling in the forefront of reader's mind: will he do it?

- Chillingly realistic; frightfully feasible.

 
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Tom Balderston wrote 550 days ago

A captivating read. Captured by the pitch. Reading.
Tom Balderston
The Wonder of Terra

Bocri wrote 623 days ago

09 September 2010

After reading chapter 1 of Jefferson's Road it is obvious that critical comment and suggestions for improvement are superfluous to requirement. The writing is assured, interesting and holds the attention with consummate ease. The characterisation of the players develops naturally, is fully rounded and revealing, with dialogue contributing to establishing the roles of the individuals and their relationship. BACKED. Robert Davidson. The Tuzla Run

Frank Zahn wrote 625 days ago

Michael..............Good sense of story. I especially like the political banter. Backed with best wishes..........Frank

CarolinaAl wrote 625 days ago

A well-crafted, captivating thriller. Great theme. Colorful, complex characters. Masterful imagery. Realistic banter. Excellent use of place. Illuminating, thought-provoking narrative. Well placed twists. Inventive plot. Surefooted, accomplished writing. An impressive read. Backed.

Linda Lou wrote 641 days ago

JEFFERSON'S ROAD:THE SPIRIT OF RESISTANCE
Michael J. Scott
hullo Michael. We share a similar point of view concerning government but Jerry has more guts than I. Your story, all other issues aside, flows well for the reader. you don't distract by describing the pizza or the beer beyoud a sensible point. I was drawn form one chapter to the next. Already shelved and backed.
Please take a look at my book if you have not and thanks for that.
Linda Lou Long
Southern dis-Comfort
http://www.authonomy.com/ViewBook.aspx?bookid=11421

lionel25 wrote 641 days ago

Michael, I enjoyed reading the first chapter. There's an intensity to your first-person voice that is quite appealing. Nothing to fault in that section.

Pleased to shelve your work.

Joffrey (The Silver Spoon Effect)

Craig Ellis wrote 651 days ago

Good political banter and dialogue in your opening chapter, with a great hook at the end. This book is relevant in today's politcial climate.

I would have liked to have a better feel for where they were, physically, but that's just the fantasy reader in me! Backed with pleasure.

Craig Ellis
The Sun and the Saber

MichaelJScott wrote 653 days ago

Excellent writing, Michael! So much so that I wondered if dhs was scanning my computer and creating a dossier with my name on it as I read your story! I'm truly looking forward towards reading the next installment. This story holds the promise of being a series due to it's relevance to today's world as well as the quality of writing! Kudos....backed!



Thanks, TheCommonMan (if that's your real name)! The running joke around my house and critique groups is predicting when, exactly, the black helicopters will arrive to arrest me.

Jefferson's Road is a series. I have six books planned. The second, Patriots and Tyrants, I'm working on right now.

TheCommonMan wrote 653 days ago

Excellent writing, Michael! So much so that I wondered if dhs was scanning my computer and creating a dossier with my name on it as I read your story! I'm truly looking forward towards reading the next installment. This story holds the promise of being a series due to it's relevance to today's world as well as the quality of writing! Kudos....backed!

Rome wrote 655 days ago

The hardest part in writing is leaving a good amount of dialogue on the first chapter - most of us tend to set the scenes and the setting etc but you hit it straight on the nail. Great read - will come back to catch up on more when I finished my other pending reads :)

Hope you can get to take a look at Directives for Murder Michael.

Rome

klouholmes wrote 655 days ago

Hi Michael, The description every so often of Martin’s eyes worked well with his argument. The deux ex machina was interesting and his having an intellectual edge to this reminds of Dostoyevky. Otherwise, these guys seem pretty normal which could make the plot more possible actually. It has a slow chilling effect to the last line in the first chapter. Well-presented. Shelved – Katherine (The Swan Bonnet)

missyfleming_22 wrote 656 days ago

Wow, this is a deeply layered and well thought out story. Peter's great and your dialogue felt very realistic. This is going to be one of those 'buckle yourself in for ride' kind of books. Even though I read up to chapter 3 I'm involved! I'm going to have to come back for more later. Awesome job!

Missy

Azam Gill wrote 657 days ago

Jefferson’s Road.

Thanks to the Mel Gibson movie on this fascinating possibility, the ground has been prepared for the public to receive this premise. The twist coming from the writer’s own committed liberalism is added value.

The quality of first person narration establishing immediate complicity, combined with memorable characters will ensure against an exclusive readership, especially due to the absence of stentorian overwriting.

Conflict and the resolution of moral dilemma are attractively packaged, and the convergence and divergence of the two brothers’ povs as events head towards national fratricide a very interesting study in itself.

Comparing a fratricidal segment of history with contemporary events to raise the possibility of repetition promises a chilling ride.

Backed.

Azam Gill
“Blasphemy!”

soutexmex wrote 657 days ago

Mike: another Michael Scott on this website? The short pitch works. The long pitch should be broken down more so it reads faster. I do apologize for the lack of a proper comment but I am leaving for the weekend and it's late here. Let me know if you want a proper comment upon my return and I will read more as soon as I have a chance. For now, enjoy the BACKING. I can use your comment on my book when you get the chance. Cheers!

JC
The Obergemau Key

MichaelJScott wrote 657 days ago

Thanks, Andrew. I appreciate your comments and feedback. Good luck with your novel as well. I'll take a look at it as soon as I get a chance!

Andrew Burans wrote 657 days ago

You have crafted a most intriguing and complex storyline. I like your choice to use the first person narrative voice. This allows you to convey, and you do it well, Peter's feelings, observations and thoughts. Your character development of Martin and Peter is well done and your descriptive writing makes your work a pleasure to read. Backed.

Andrew Burans
The Reluctant Warrior: The Beginning

MichaelJScott wrote 658 days ago

Thanks to all of you for your supportive comments! It's tough to keep up with everyone! I can't think of a time I've ever gotten this much action...

... I mean, er, for my book (ahem!), of course. :)

yasmin esack wrote 658 days ago

You sure write well.

Very impressed

THE DATE

homewriter wrote 659 days ago

Fantastic (hopefully!) idea for a book. I loved the way you dived straight in with the dialogue! Backed. Gordon - The Harpist of Madrid.

name falied moderation wrote 659 days ago

Dear Michael
What a thoroughly interesting premise for a book, and quite the original read. Your characters are strong, so much so that this was not the book to open when I wanted to go to bed, cant put it down. i I will carry on reading and comment further on as I would like to get this book of yours backed to assist it on the climb to the top.
Backed for sure my me. ..I would really appreciate it if your would look at my book, COMMENT , and back it. If not that is OK also
The VERY best of luck with your book

Denise
The Letter

AlleJo wrote 659 days ago

Intriguing, entertaining start.

I enjoyed the opening scene very much, and
the pace keeps up; well written, witty, and following
a strong storyline.

Burgio wrote 659 days ago

JEFFERSON’S ROAD
This is a story based on an interesting premise: what would happen if a guy decided that killing a President could lead to revolution? It’s doubly interesting because the person who will be responsible for stopping Martin’s plan is his brother – and brother/brother battles are always interesting. You have good contrast between the two brothers. Makes this a good read. I’m adding it to my shelf. If you have a moment, would you look at mine (Grain of Salt)? I’m in 3rd place but only holding on by my teeth. Burgio

Neville wrote 659 days ago

Exciting book, always running at a fast pace.
Well thought out and descriptive. You have a good writing talent that shines through.
I like it . Backed. and SHELVED.


Neville (The Secrets Of The Forest)

Despinas1 wrote 659 days ago

Dear Michael,
This is an excellent piece which I am more than happy to back. Thrillers are always my favorite genre and by the tone of your synopsis I know this one's going to keep me on the edge of my chair.
Backed with pleasure
Helen
The Last Dream

MichaelJScott wrote 659 days ago

Darn good beginning, Michael.
I confess, I just skimmed cause I'm not in the mood for reading right now. I'll check out some more of it later. Still, I see competent writing and good structure right off the bat, so I'm sure you're going to carry this off well. I'll go ahead with the backing now. Best of luck with it.
So far, I've only seen one tiny little thing I'd probably change if it were me (course, it ain't me though ..haha)
"...which is our very source and protection" - I'd replace 'our' with 'the.' (just me).



Thanks, Groaner!

Groaner wrote 659 days ago

Darn good beginning, Michael.
I confess, I just skimmed cause I'm not in the mood for reading right now. I'll check out some more of it later. Still, I see competent writing and good structure right off the bat, so I'm sure you're going to carry this off well. I'll go ahead with the backing now. Best of luck with it.
So far, I've only seen one tiny little thing I'd probably change if it were me (course, it ain't me though ..haha)
"...which is our very source and protection" - I'd replace 'our' with 'the.' (just me).

MichaelJScott wrote 659 days ago

Very clever title, this always inspires confidence and the brother's spat drew me right in. Well done. Paula Barrett (Cuthbert-how mean is my valley)



Oops! I mean, thanks Paula!

MichaelJScott wrote 659 days ago

Thanks Liz and Patrick!

MichaelJScott wrote 659 days ago

Thanks, Liz!

PATRICK BARRETT wrote 659 days ago

Very clever title, this always inspires confidence and the brother's spat drew me right in. Well done. Paula Barrett (Cuthbert-how mean is my valley)

lizjrnm wrote 659 days ago

Excellent! Easy to back for talented and creative writing!

Liz
The Cheech Room

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