A Touch of Nerves
by D.C. Hampton
Synopsis:
A FRESH LOOK AT 21ST CENTURY TERRORISM
--New novel explores America’s role in the
Middle East
When Army Captain Ben
Hawkins discovers chemical weapons missing from a military research facility, he
begins an investigation into preventing a possible terrorist attack. The
suspects? Two rogue Iranian agents who blame the deaths of their family members
on the United States. What Hawkins doesn’t expect is to find himself forced to
decide whether to risk his career—and possible arrest—to stop the attack, even
if it means working with a foreign agent.
D.C. Hampton’s debut novel, A Touch of Nerves, may be set on the battlefield of America’s “War on Terror,” but the book is a far cry from your typical action narrative. Inspired by his two sons who served in Iraq and the Persian Gulf during the Iraq War and his own time serving in the U.S. Army, Hampton brings depth and humanity to characters that might otherwise be painted in the two-dimensional “hero” or “villain” archetypes. With Hampton’s passion for history and global affairs, A Touch of Nerves brings a fresh perspective to the long history of tension between the United States and Iran.
“I wanted to write a story that was worth telling, realistic and suspenseful,” says Hampton. “I believe the book is entertaining, but it also sheds light on the complex relationship between Iran and the United States and explores the complex emotions and issues that drive some individuals to commit terrible acts.”
“The story includes a wealth of details as Hampton weaves a complex plot,” writes Kirkus Reviews. “A conceivable threat and suspense-filled plot keep readers engaged until the end. Hampton eschews the genre’s typical plot holes and vague facts and his handle on international relations gives the terrorists credible motivations.”
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MUSIC PLAYLIST
Lots of jazz piano—Dave Brubeck,
Bud Powell, Fats Waller, Billy Taylor.
Music from the 60’s: Ring of Fire by Johnny Cash while
Hawkins is driving in the South, Runaway by
Del Shannon when Jennifer is found, Dock
of the Bay by Otis Redding, one or two Beatles or Rolling Stones.
She’s Got a Way by Billy Joel (dinner with Sara)
Philadelphia by Elton John
And some Dave Matthews and John
Mayer just to show that Hawkins is up-to-date.
About the Author
D.C. Hampton holds an MA and PhD in Audiology
from Columbia University and has been published extensively in the field. He has
done graduate work in history and has always been interested in international
relations. Though he has been extensively published in medical and trade
publications, A Touch of Nerves is his first foray into fiction.
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***GIVEAWAY***
1 Winner will receive a Signed
Copy of A Touch of Nerves by D.C. Hampton.
1 Winner will receive a $20.00 Amazon Gift Card.
Giveaway is open to International. Must be 13+ to Enter.
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Sounds like a book that I would really enjoy. Hope I win a copy to add to my ever growing library.
ReplyDeleteI am always interested in reading good mysteries and this sounds like it could be one. Added it to my TBR!
ReplyDeleteCheck out my review: http://olivia-savannah.blogspot.nl/2014/11/carrier-review.html