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The Land of the Free

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It's not often you get to read fiction that makes you think "wow, I'll bet it really does happen like that." The Land of the Free does exactly that. Krakondack (a pseudonym) has a rare gift of painting a high-level confrontation in very convincing language, making you feel like you were in the room when it happened. For instance, the chapter where the President threatens to drop the pretense and tell the public how they are governed, and the Cobra's response, had me highly agitated and really believing her threats. The masterful dialog is interspersed with crisp action that keeps you turning the pages to see the next plot twist. Yes, there are twists, particularly near the end as what you thought was happening turns out not to be exactly the case. Is it conspiracy stuff? Yes, and it's written for those willing to take the red pill and open their eyes to the reality that things are not as they seem. But if that's you, then this is the book for you. Why would the wealthiest entities in the world continue to lend money to a nation that can't pay it back, value for value? Simple, because they expect something else in return, something of higher value. That premise forms the basis for the plot, and it is slowly revealed as something truly frightening. I truly appreciated that the author brought Mises into the discussion, even if it was just a passing mention. The teachings of that great economist are proving themselves more every day, and scenarios like the one painted here arise repeatedly in history when a nation is overcome by debt. The ending is unexpected, but it is on a note of hope for the future, something we need urgently. I unequivocally recommend this book.

This book is really a great read. Couldn't put it down! There's plenty of great action and intrigue. It really opens your eyes to how things probably work.
I strongly recommend it.