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Blowback: A Warning to Save Democracy from Trump's Revenge Paperback – April 9, 2024

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The author behind the “eye-popping” (CNN) #1 New York Times bestseller A Warning presents an urgent look at how our deeply divided nation is setting the stage for “The Next Trump.”

After a chaotic and violent first Trump presidency, Miles Taylor knew one thing for sure: Trump would be president again, whether he was on the ballot or not. Taylor knew intimately that Trumpism was overtaking the Republican Party and was bound to mount a vigorous comeback. Now, following the 2024 presidential election, his prophecy has come true.

With
Blowback, the formerly “Anonymous” official is back with bombshell revelations and a sobering national forecast. Through interviews with dozens of ex-Trump aides and government leaders, Taylor predicted what could happen inside “Trump 2.0.” What sounds like a political thriller—from questionable presidential powers and CIA betrayals to angry henchmen and assassination plots—is instead America’s political reality, as Taylor uses untold stories to shed light on the ex-President’s unfulfilled plans, the dark forces haunting our lives, and how we can thwart the rise of extremism in the United States.

Blowback is also a surprisingly emotional and self-critical portrait of a dissenter, whose own unmasking provides a vivid warning about what happens when we hide the truth from others and, most importantly, ourselves.
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“To Taylor’s credit, “Blowback” is full of regret. By book’s end, Taylor has decided that anonymity itself, the mask he wore for years, “symbolizes the greatest threat to democracy. The most moving passages in the book are those in which Taylor wrestles not with political monsters, but with his own demons. The mask of anonymity is entwined with his alcoholism; his recovery only arrived when he spoke truthfully in his own name. Taylor describes how falsity gnaws at the soul. Courage doesn’t always come on time, but as many an addict has ruefully remarked, it’s better late than never.”—The New York Times

Blowback reads like a thriller and hits you like a tornado siren. Miles Taylor has provided the most vivid and authoritative account yet of what a ‘Trump 2.0’ would look like. This is a warning that must be heeded.”—Lt. Col. Alex Vindman (ret), Former director, White House National Security Council and author of Here, Right Matters

“Another rousing plea to all Americans to stand against authoritarianism.”—
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“Miles Taylor's
Blowback is a must-read as America faces the threat of a second Trump term…The people behind Trump’s new run are more authoritarian, more determined, and more dangerous than ever. Blowback lays out their plan and the risks it poses to the Republic. Terrifying, readable, and deeply important at this moment.”—Rick Wilson, author of Everything Trump Touches Dies, co-founder of the Lincoln Project

“Miles writes in his latest compelling book, ‘Truth is the final guardrail of our collective democracy.’ He takes us on his complicated, courageous journey to this truth through his poignant personal and professional path…Patriots are found in every corner of our country, and Miles is definitely one of them
.—Matthew Dowd, MSNBC political analyst

“Strap in for this one, folks!...Miles Taylor’s
Blowback overwhelms the reader as it warns of complacency in the face political tribalism. Miles reaches into the darker corners of a once proud Republican Party to expose its extremism and embrace of MAGA; and shines the refreshing light of truth on a pathway with no guardrails.”—Michael Steele, Former Republican National Committee chairman

Blowback is a compelling insider account, a prophecy, a warning, and a vivid illustration of just what is on the line for America in the next several years. Read it if you want to understand just how close to the edge we are as a country – and how we can pull back. Miles Taylor is a powerful, clear-eyed voice about the depth of the challenges we face as a nation.”—Andrew Yang, Former Democratic presidential candidate


Blowback is quite simply the best and most frightening book written by an insider at the Trump White House. In this masterful tour de force, Miles Taylor not only exposes horrifying, previously unknown truths about our most divisive president, he convincingly shows that the breakdown of reason in the Trump years threatens America’s future. Taylor demonstrates that we cannot count on ‘adults in the room’ to rein in the worst instincts of an autocrat…only the public can save America with a recommitment to democracy. Without that, Blowback makes clear the great American experiment could well collapse in the face of rising autocracy.”--Kurt Eichenwald, New York Times best-selling author of Conspiracy of Fools and The Informant


“One of the few ways to prevent the rise of authoritarianism is to tell the truth about it. Miles Taylor is such a truth-teller and
Blowback is a prophetic warning. Sometimes past is prologue. We need to listen and prepare.”—Richard Stengel, Former editor, TIME Magazine


“Taylor's cautionary narrative has a place in library collections for its compelling backstory and for its guidance for dissent against MAGA extremism. Americans will hope that Taylor is relaying obvious anti-democratic actions and not giving MAGA ideas.”
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About the Author

Miles Taylor is a national security expert who works in Washington, DC. Taylor previously served as chief of staff at the US Department of Homeland Security, where he published an “Anonymous” essay in The New York Times, blowing the whistle on presidential misconduct. He later published the #1 national bestseller A Warning, revealed himself to be the author, and launched a campaign of ex-officials to oppose Donald Trump’s reelection. He’s worked as an advisor in the George W. Bush administration, on Capitol Hill, as a CNN contributor, and is the cofounder of a DC-based charter school and multiple democracy-reform groups. Taylor received his MPhil in international relations from Oxford University as a Marshall Scholar and BA from Indiana University as a Harry S. Truman scholar.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Atria Books
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 9, 2024
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 368 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1668015994
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1668015995
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 1 x 8.38 inches
  • Best Sellers Rank: #79,021 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Miles Taylor is a national security expert who works in Washington, DC. Taylor previously served as chief of staff at the US Department of Homeland Security, where he published an “Anonymous” essay in The New York Times, blowing the whistle on presidential misconduct. He later published the #1 national bestseller A Warning, revealed himself to be the author, and launched a campaign of ex-officials to oppose Donald Trump’s reelection. He’s worked as an advisor in the George W. Bush administration, on Capitol Hill, as a CNN contributor, and is the cofounder of a DC-based charter school and multiple democracy-reform groups. Taylor received his MPhil in international relations from Oxford University as a Marshall Scholar and BA from Indiana University as a Harry S. Truman scholar.

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Customers find this book to be a must-read, praising its readability and well-written style. Moreover, the book provides valuable insights and information, with one customer noting its frighteningly accurate description of how politics works. Additionally, customers appreciate the believable story and the author's uncensored truth. However, the scariness level receives mixed reactions, with several customers describing it as frightening.

47 customers mention "Readability"45 positive2 negative

Customers find the book highly readable and engaging, describing it as a must-read for all Americans, with one customer noting it reads like a suspense novel.

"Great book..very enlightening about Donald Trump...." Read more

"...Again, it's a good read and everyone should read it. Just don't buy it here." Read more

"...making the personal story interwoven with the political story very readable. I especially appreciated the warning sections of Trump 2.0...." Read more

"...Perfectly written, easy to read, just don't read it at bedtime or you will have nightmares. Just like our lives will be if that monster wins." Read more

21 customers mention "Writing style"20 positive1 negative

Customers appreciate the writing style of the book, finding it very well executed, with one customer noting it is the best position to write about Trump.

"I believe Miles Taylor just became my new hero. Well written and truthful. I recommend everyone read this book. His fight is not over yet...." Read more

"This book was extremely informative, frightening and very well written. Unfortunately, the MAGAs that really need to read this probably won't...." Read more

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Customers appreciate the book's insights, finding it thought-provoking and giving them much to consider.

"Miles Taylor is brave, brilliant, truly patriotic, and prescient...." Read more

"...It is straight, to the point, and a book everyone who cares about democracy should read." Read more

"...It is a real insight into how it is working in the US government...." Read more

"...This book is OUT OF THIS WORLD and must NOT be missed. It's mind-blowing!! 💕..." Read more

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Customers find the book informative, with one review highlighting its accessible detail and well-presented warning signs about Trump 2.0.

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10 customers mention "Detail"9 positive1 negative

Customers appreciate the book's detailed and factual approach, with one customer noting its frighteningly accurate description of how politics works.

"...cloaked in perfect metaphors and accurately gives us a well-written factual account of the movement that must be banished by more, not less free..." Read more

"...formerly DHS Chief of Staff in the Trump administration writes an insightful account of who were the White House resistors...." Read more

"...Disturbing. Strongly detailed. Believable. a must read (In My Opinion) for anyone with an open mind." Read more

"Only 25 pages into this book, and the prologue alone was enough to raise the hairs on the back of my neck...." Read more

9 customers mention "Believable story"9 positive0 negative

Customers find the book's story believable, with one customer describing it as a dramatic inside story of survival.

"...Miles' story reads like fiction and I had to continually remind myself that this indeed happened...." Read more

"...Disturbing. Strongly detailed. Believable. a must read (In My Opinion) for anyone with an open mind." Read more

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9 customers mention "Truthfulness"9 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's truthfulness, with several praising its terrifying revelations, and one customer highlighting its intimate view of the Trump presidency and the perspective of behind-the-scenes civil servants.

"...He accomplishes this with a well told and very personal missive that is a real page-turner. I was left panting for his next installment...." Read more

"...Best of all are his many quotes from top players and behind-the-scenes civil servants. This isn't just a wandering, diatribe by one person...." Read more

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12 customers mention "Scariness level"8 positive4 negative

Customers have mixed reactions to the scariness level of the book, with several finding it frightening, particularly regarding Trump's presidency.

"...Informative and frightening. Author was ANONYMOUS when wrote op-ed in Times and published his original book...." Read more

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EVERY American should read this book!!!  NOW!!!
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EVERY American should read this book!!! NOW!!!
I had not yet read the book that preceded Blowback - "A Warning" -but all of the hype got me clicking "Deliver ASAP" (Sorry, Amazon). Of course, us Americans had inklings of corruption and wrongdoing and of the lawlessness in the Trump White House during 2016-2020. However, the LEVEL of and every-day disregard for Americas loyal institutions by trump and his lackeys is UNFORGIVABLE. Trump put America in danger SO many times and I really feel if it were not for a few heros such as General Mattis and John Kelly, we would be dead by nukes or other warfare, all stemming from temper tantrums from a big dumb baby. This book is OUT OF THIS WORLD and must NOT be missed. It's mind-blowing!! 💕 Miles Taylor deserves a Medal of Whatever and Good Things and should be regarded as one of America's true heros for doing the right thing and speaking out. THANK YOU, MILES!!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2023
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    Miles Taylor is brave, brilliant, truly patriotic, and prescient. He packs in history lessons cloaked in perfect metaphors and accurately gives us a well-written factual account of the movement that must be banished by more, not less free speech and fearless debate. He accomplishes this with a well told and very personal missive that is a real page-turner. I was left panting for his next installment.

    He has gone through quite a journey to save all of us, yes, all of us. Liz and Adam might be the two conservative names you are most familair with, as having given up their political lives, but Miles and others have fought just as hard and sufferred just as much. I really had no idea. He is a hero.

    The lesson or take-away from both this book and his previous one (A Warning) is that we cannot ignore what is happenning, get our news from non-news outlets, and certainly not via social media. We all must be aware, involved, and most of all, exercise our right to vote.

    I want to wish Miles and the other brave Americans who have come forward to confront the right wing extremism in our country the best of luck, and the fortitude to continue this fight, in good health, and devoid of fear. I and like-minded others cheer when we see him do an op-ed, book, podcast or TV appearance.

    Godspeed, Miles. You are not just articulate, handsome and brave, you are a part of America's salvation.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2023
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    Myles Taylor, formerly DHS Chief of Staff in the Trump administration writes an insightful account of who were the White House resistors. We are given a clear and frank warning about what will happen should Trump or someone like Trump get elected as President again. It is as scary as any thriller you could read. The story takes us into meetings in the Oval office, who said what, and who were the adults in the room that were pushing back on Trump's demands. Many of those demands were illegal, such as sending the US military into Mexico to bomb the drug cartels. Taylor also writes about the repercussions for his writing the Op Ed in the NYT, and his first book 'A Warning'. He lived in fear, frequently having to move from place to place as Trump supporters were hunting him looking to take retribution. He often questioned whether he should stand up and speak out, it was a dilema with serious consequences whatever he chose to do. Pointing out that America is so close to losing it's democracy, Taylor encourages us all to stand up and speak out and push back on the lies at every opportunity. Blowback is a great read. It is not difficult for anyone outside of politics to understand. It is straight, to the point, and a book everyone who cares about democracy should read.
    38 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2023
    Format: HardcoverVerified Purchase
    Having been a student of history, and late in life, a professor of history, I found this book a fascinating tale of presidential/white house politics. At the same time, it's a sad tale of what politics has become in America. Probably, not since the Warren G. Harding Administration of 1920 has there been such a poorly run White House, by a president who had clearly forgotten what had been written in the Constitution and the Bill of Rights -- presuming he'd ever read them. Mr. Taylor writes in a clear and concise style. Even at his young age, he has had a very unique opportunity to watch politics at the top levels unfold. Best of all are his many quotes from top players and behind-the-scenes civil servants. This isn't just a wandering, diatribe by one person. I highly recommend people read the book, as a precautionary tale of what could become of America, if we are all not diligent in the coming years.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2024
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    It’s taken me a while to write this review. I was so engrossed in the writing of Miles Taylor. What he had to say & the bravery to tell all of us is astounding!! However, I was very disappointed about the smudged ink on many of the pages of my book. (See photos) I have more smeared pages than I am posting. Some words were a little hard to decipher but I did get through it. It’s just disappointing when you pay money for a product & it doesn’t meet your standards of quality. Yes. I could have returned it. But, then I thought, maybe some day it could be a collectors item. 😆😆. Just giving you all a heads up the quality is lacking in the printing process.
    All cosmetic issues aside, I loved this book. While sometimes I was shocked, I wasn’t surprised. But to see it written in black & white, from a person that was on the inside, is scary.
    If you’re a political junky, a newcomer that wants to familiarize yourself about our political arena, I HIGHLY recommend this book. I also would like to ask Miles Taylor to send me a signed copy of Blowback. 😆. Seems fair, right?
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    Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2024
    It’s taken me a while to write this review. I was so engrossed in the writing of Miles Taylor. What he had to say & the bravery to tell all of us is astounding!! However, I was very disappointed about the smudged ink on many of the pages of my book. (See photos) I have more smeared pages than I am posting. Some words were a little hard to decipher but I did get through it. It’s just disappointing when you pay money for a product & it doesn’t meet your standards of quality. Yes. I could have returned it. But, then I thought, maybe some day it could be a collectors item. 😆😆. Just giving you all a heads up the quality is lacking in the printing process.
    All cosmetic issues aside, I loved this book. While sometimes I was shocked, I wasn’t surprised. But to see it written in black & white, from a person that was on the inside, is scary.
    If you’re a political junky, a newcomer that wants to familiarize yourself about our political arena, I HIGHLY recommend this book. I also would like to ask Miles Taylor to send me a signed copy of Blowback. 😆. Seems fair, right?
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  • Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2024
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    I was not sure what to expect, but when I started reading this book I could not put it down! It is a real insight into how it is working in the US government. The first thing that jumped out at me was the fact that every single person in government from assistants to congress to the senate are active alcoholics or drug addicts! It is part of the culture inside, it is pushed on you. When I got done reading the book I was even more disgusted with the US government then I thought possible. I though I was already at peak disgust. I was also not surprised though either.
    If you want insight into the day to day workings of the US government I highly recommend this book.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2025
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    Bought this when it first came out and sadly it confirmed and enhanced my gut over this monster- the worst of humanity. Kudos to this man for putting pen to paper. This is one for the history books.
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  • Deborah Shayne
    5.0 out of 5 stars Blowback
    Reviewed in Italy on September 29, 2023
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    I though this book would be telling me stuff about Trump I already knew, but the inside formation , the details about Trump’s obsessions about making America into a fortress, excluding everyone from seeking a new life, his craven disregard for humanity, was still shocking. As an ex pat living in another country, I still weep for my native country. There are many ideas as to why Trump was elected, why the cancer continues, and authoritarian governments exist everywhere in the world. Hopefully, in the end, the United States will not become one of them.
  • Jason Wightman
    5.0 out of 5 stars great book
    Reviewed in Canada on November 6, 2024
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    great read,
  • linda brown
    5.0 out of 5 stars eyes wide open
    Reviewed in Canada on August 29, 2023
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    Finally- someone is telling the truth🙌. It is time for change - especially how politics and politicians conduct business. Politicians have forgotten that they work for the all the people- not one person or one party.
  • John
    4.0 out of 5 stars Very readable
    Reviewed in Canada on August 31, 2023
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    Interesting take on what was happening during Trump's admin.
  • Roger
    5.0 out of 5 stars Not for the faint of heart
    Reviewed in Canada on August 8, 2023
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    This book is a gripping and almost horrifying expose on Trump and his administration. It is a must read and a great companion as well to Michael Cohen's book Revenge. Read them both.