"Let me play this back" President Cass said as she scanned her advisors. "Russia and China are poised to fight over a border dispute and an oil pipeline. If war breaks out, they will need to replace that oil. They expand by taking the Spratly Islands, then take control of the mid-East oil trade route and risk a world war? China fights Russia and takes us and Taiwan on at the same time? None of it makes sense." She took a deep breath. "I have followed China and this is out of character. This could be about oil or property, or both, but my take is it's about something else. Something we've never faced before. As commander-in-chief, I will decide."
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"Madam President and the Admiral is a powerful, unforgettable, political military thriller about a woman president who sends her lover to war against China. An excellent read for men and women." --Lionel Van Deerlin - Former U.S. Congressman
"This novel is fast-paced with an amazing blend of real action events, political and family life challenges, and romance. The first night I couldn't put it down. The second night, with tears in my eyes I finished it. Madam President exhibits all the best characteristics of an intelligent, caring and peaceful woman of the world. I really liked this book!" --Peggy Lipscomb-Kazwara - President, Writers/Editors Guild
"This novel is fast-paced with an amazing blend of real action events, political and family life challenges, and romance. The first night I couldn't put it down. The second night, with tears in my eyes I finished it. Madam President exhibits all the best characteristics of an intelligent, caring and peaceful woman of the world. I really liked this book!" --Peggy Lipscomb-Kazwara - President, Writers/Editors Guild
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Carl Nelson is a former senior Naval officer turned writer with Washington, DC know-how as well as tactical and strategic war experience. This, his third novel, is the sequel to his earlier book Secret Players.
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Carl Nelson
Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Carl Nelson was educated at the Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md. He also holds a Master of Science degree in economics/systems analysis, and a doctorate in international finance and trade. He is listed in Who's Who in California, 1989, Who's Who in America, 2006, Who's Who in American Education, 2006, and Who's Who in the World, 2007.
During his first career, Carl rose from enlisted recruit to highly decorated U.S. Navy Captain. He served in many demanding staff positions and commanded five combat organizations including the guided missile cruiser U.S.S. Worden CG 18, the frigate U.S.S. Cook FF 1083, and the fleet salvage vessel U.S.S. Cocopa ATF 101. He served four tours of duty in the Vietnam War one of which was for one year as Senior Advisor to the commander of combat riverine operations in the Rung Sat Special Zone (RSSZ) and Logistics base at Nha Be. His war decorations include the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star with combat V, two Air Medals, the Combat Action Medal and 14 others.
Carl's second career as a professor and writer has spanned twenty-nine years. During that time he was the professor of international business at the California International Business University (CIBU) and has been awarded that school's Distinguished Educator Award. Seven of his works of non-fiction, three novels and more than fifty short stories, articles, and technical papers have been published. He has also written poetry, a movie script, and a stage play. He is a member of the Authors Guild of America, PEN USA, and is a life member of and twice served as president of the San Diego Writers/Editors Guild.
His long fiction includes: Madam President and the Admiral, 2008, a political/military/romance thriller that was nominated for a Pulitzer; His novel Secret Players, won the San Diego Book Awards Association prize of "best thriller" of 2003. His first novel, The Advisor (Cô-Vân), is a Vietnam War thriller that won the 1989 Southern California Writers Conference's award for "best fiction."
His published non-fiction books include: Import/Export: How to Take Your Business Across Borders, 2009, 4th Edition, McGraw-Hill (This book is America's "best selling, most popular book" for its purpose); also Your Own Import-Export Business: Winning the Trade Game (GBTC, 1988); Global Success; International Business Tactics of the 1990s (TAB-McGraw-Hill, 1990); and Managing Globally: A Complete Guide to Competing Worldwide (Irwin, 1994).
His three book Global Manager Series, published by International Thomson Business Press, includes: Protocol For Profit: A Manager's Guide to Competing Worldwide, 1998; International Business: A Manager's Guide to Strategy in the Age of Globalism, 1998; and Exporting: A Manager's Guide to The World Market, 1999.
In June 2004, Carl won "first Prize" from the San Diego African American Writers & Artists, for his short story titled, Bokassa Johnson.
Carl and his wife Dolores are accomplished world travelers, having, in addition to his travels with Navy and hers with the Air Force, toured 15 countries in the past three years.
Carl Nelson
Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Carl Nelson was educated at the Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md. He also holds a Master of Science degree in economics/systems analysis, and a doctorate in international finance and trade. He is listed in Who's Who in California, 1989, Who's Who in America, 2006, Who's Who in American Education, 2006, and Who's Who in the World, 2007.
During his first career, Carl rose from enlisted recruit to highly decorated U.S. Navy Captain. He served in many demanding staff positions and commanded five combat organizations including the guided missile cruiser U.S.S. Worden CG 18, the frigate U.S.S. Cook FF 1083, and the fleet salvage vessel U.S.S. Cocopa ATF 101. He served four tours of duty in the Vietnam War one of which was for one year as Senior Advisor to the commander of combat riverine operations in the Rung Sat Special Zone (RSSZ) and Logistics base at Nha Be. His war decorations include the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star with combat V, two Air Medals, the Combat Action Medal and 14 others.
Carl's second career as a professor and writer has spanned twenty-nine years. During that time he was the professor of international business at the California International Business University (CIBU) and has been awarded that school's Distinguished Educator Award. Seven of his works of non-fiction, three novels and more than fifty short stories, articles, and technical papers have been published. He has also written poetry, a movie script, and a stage play. He is a member of the Authors Guild of America, PEN USA, and is a life member of and twice served as president of the San Diego Writers/Editors Guild.
His long fiction includes: Madam President and the Admiral, 2008, a political/military/romance thriller that was nominated for a Pulitzer; His novel Secret Players, won the San Diego Book Awards Association prize of "best thriller" of 2003. His first novel, The Advisor (Cô-Vân), is a Vietnam War thriller that won the 1989 Southern California Writers Conference's award for "best fiction."
His published non-fiction books include: Import/Export: How to Take Your Business Across Borders, 2009, 4th Edition, McGraw-Hill (This book is America's "best selling, most popular book" for its purpose); also Your Own Import-Export Business: Winning the Trade Game (GBTC, 1988); Global Success; International Business Tactics of the 1990s (TAB-McGraw-Hill, 1990); and Managing Globally: A Complete Guide to Competing Worldwide (Irwin, 1994).
His three book Global Manager Series, published by International Thomson Business Press, includes: Protocol For Profit: A Manager's Guide to Competing Worldwide, 1998; International Business: A Manager's Guide to Strategy in the Age of Globalism, 1998; and Exporting: A Manager's Guide to The World Market, 1999.
In June 2004, Carl won "first Prize" from the San Diego African American Writers & Artists, for his short story titled, Bokassa Johnson.
Carl and his wife Dolores are accomplished world travelers, having, in addition to his travels with Navy and hers with the Air Force, toured 15 countries in the past three years.
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"To understand President Abigail Cass Steele, one had to understand Jane Eyre.",
By Luan Gaines "luansos" (Dana Point, CA USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER) (VINE VOICE) (HALL OF FAME REVIEWER) (REAL NAME)
This review is from: Madam President and the Admiral (Paperback)
I'm not sure how many women will appreciate this novel by a former naval officer with strategic and tactical war experience, including a number of tours in Vietnam. Although well-intentioned, the plot posits a number of assumptions as evidenced by Nelson's portrayal of Abigail Cass Steele, the first woman president of the United States. President Steele is conscious of her exceptional opportunity as the first president of this country's political hierarchy, entertaining her gentleman friend, Admiral Blake Lawrence, after hours in her private quarters. In an effort to understand the woman he loves and hopes to marry, Blake rereads a classic, having been told that "To understand President Abigail Cass Steele, one has to understand Jane Eyre." Although troubled by his position as secret boyfriend of the first lady, Blake remains loyal, asking Abigail to consider marriage; she isn't ready to commit after the death of her beloved husband, Buck.In the political arena, Steele is challenged by the condescension of one of her cabinet members and the aggression of the Chinese against Russia, a conflict that endangers the open shipping corridor that is a critical supply line for oil to other countries. But she needs more information in order to deal with the problem and the intelligence so far has been limited. Lawrence is sent to China and Russia, his news ominous, devastating to national security when increased oil demands pit growing nations against one another. The situation worsens, becomes violent, the consequences grave for the US and China. Abigail is faced with a personal dilemma with the admiral, a situation where she has to consider her first loyalty to country or lover. That this should be a serious question undermines the authority of the protagonist; perhaps meant only as a plot device, it brings into question whether a woman can do the job without succumbing to female irrationality. Confronting an intemperate challenge of historic proportions, Steel meets with the head of China, Wen Chen. To prove her mettle, Steele negotiates with great skill, accomplishing a reasonable settlement to dampen national disharmony that threatens world financial markets and resource security. At the end of their negotiations, Wen Chen considers his worthy opponent, "I sense you have studied the great Buddha. Are you sure you are not him reborn?" I believe the author is unaware of the subtle flaws that define his character, given her unique position in history; but the effect is the same: a woman unable to balance priorities without an epic internal battle. In a similar situation, a man would never question these priorities. Luan Gaines/ 2008.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
For anyone who enjoys a mix of genre,
By Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Madam President and the Admiral (Paperback)
Conflict is brewing on the other side of the world as China and Russia grit their teeth at one another, and President Abigail Cass Steele must decide the fate of the United States. "Madam President and the Admiral" is a delightful mix of genres, acting as both a political and a military thriller; as President Cass faces the personal element of having to send the man she loves to a potential death, an element of romance is stirred in. "Madam President and the Admiral" is highly recommended for community library romance collections and for anyone who enjoys a mix of genre.
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HERE'S a Woman President !,
By Andrew Lubin "author of Charlie Battery; A Ma... (Bucks County, Pa) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)
This review is from: Madam President and the Admiral (Paperback)
A female president (widowed) with a boyfriend...problems...the Middle East... an energy crisis...a surging and aggressive China....a harbinger of our upcoming November presidential elections?Not exactly, but "Madam President and the Admiral" brings a spirit and liveliness to American politics and presidential-Pentagon relationships that might make the reader wonder what could have happened if a different Clinton was elected in 1992. Abigail Cass Steele is the unlikely POTUS (president of the US) in the midst of several crisis's; China is threatening to disrupt the world oil market, her son has a mental disorder, her love life is in disarray, and there is a potential revolt in the Pentagon against her. Nelson is a good writer, and brings an air of authenticity to these situations. Madam President Steele is well-named, and the reader will both recognize the problems arising, as well as empathize with her. A president with whom one can associate and sympathize ? What a concept for November.
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