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Written by by our Reviewer, John H. Manhold
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Thursday, 02 April 2009 |
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 Infinite Exposure ISBN 978-0-9770866-8-9 is an e-book by Roland Hughes, published by Logical Solutions in 465 pages.
The story begins with a secret international team of al-Qaida fighters following and apprehending an offshore web master who is part of an al-Qaida cell, which, in turn, is part of a far-ranging network. From here, the scene shifts to the financial districts of the United States, and their never ending search for ways to save money. The CEO of a huge American bank, with large branches in France and Germany, is approached by a marketing company to offshore their operations. Such a move will save millions of dollars and, in the thoughts of the executive, produce a lucrative advancement. He is more concerned with this personal gain, and does not think through the proposition, even when given hints by his second in command, who is most knowledgeable. A software company becomes involved and contributes further to the maneuvers, and the story progresses to a horrendous financial debacle, and many associated reactions. A third element enters the picture - a group of traders who deal with insider information, have ties to Account Executives in Russia, with the Russian Mafia, with China, and with the coordinator of the occult al-Qaida fighters.
To provide more details would spoil, for the reader, a most interesting and thought-provoking proposal of a possible future American agenda.
With respect to the writing, Roland Hughes quite masterfully juggles the various elements, as they shift from one to the next. His characters are interesting, and the story’s progression is at a fine pace. I read an ARC (Advanced Reading Copy) of this book which contained spelling and grammar problems. However, I understand the author has since had the manuscript fully edited and corrected. With removal of this jarring note, I should like to say that Roland Hughes has provided added enjoyment to a highly recommended read that presents some very serious thoughts to ponder, as well.
Purchase this exiting new work at: http://www.infiniteexposure.net |
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Sunday, 04 November 2007 |
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Lauren Smith: What is your book about?  The Desert has no King Frederiko Aguilar: This is the story of an ambitious young man, living outside a suburb of Los Angeles, California. It is the story of what all-young gamblers dream of, and few will experience; perhaps survive it. We follow Frankie Santos through his journey of ultimate desire to reach the ecstasy of power, by becoming the next mogul of the largest casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. At the age of 10 years, he pitched pennies and played marbles for money with other neighborhood teenagers. He also started learning the games of poker and horse racing. At the age of 12, he shared his new devotion with his fellow class mates while still in grammar school, and introduced them to poker. As he neared adulthood, he continued to live a life as a financial loser by getting involved with playing the horses almost everyday, and getting involved in backroom poker games with adults. It became detrimental to his welfare and family, until his uncle, a former gambler and current race horse bookie, showed him a better way to make the real money… by becoming the horse bettor sucker's bank. In a very short time, he was becoming a financial success. Being at the wrong place at the wrong time led Santos into a rugged adventure. He interfered with the business of the Mexican Mafia. He is on the run and in hiding in Las Vegas, Nevada. He begins a new journey of big money, greed, drugs… as powerful organized crime enters his world. Lauren Smith: How much research went into writing it? Frederiko Aguilar: I lived in the gambling world for over 45 years, and know people who lived the journey of the underworld. |
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