The events that nearly took the life of President Donald Trump and an argument that Western nations are as much to blame for the war in Ukraine as is Russia headline the selections in this week’s Newsmax Rising Bestsellers. There is also an offering that explains how the left is busy chipping away at individual basic rights and freedoms “for our own good,” while the remaining book submits that it’s not a matter if space aliens are walking among us — they are! And there is also a fictional escapade of a literary hero that’s been around for many decades.
“Robert B. Parker's Hot Property (Spenser),” by Mike Lupica (G.P. Putnam's Sons)
“Spenser” is back! The popular Robert B. Parker series of novels made into the TV series, “Spenser: For Hire” skidded to a halt upon Parker’s death in 2010. Longtime New York Daily News sports columnist Mike Lupica received the Parker family’s blessing to keep the series going. In this installment, Spenser learns that friend, Lisa Fiore, has been shot. With a reputation as a high-octane trial lawyer who has stepped on more than a few toes, the list of suspects is long. Nevertheless, Spenser is determined to get to the bottom of it, even if it means he may uncover some unsavory secrets about Rita along the way. “The original author of the Spenser character, Robert Parker, is dead but this continuation of the series is the unusual example of a new author (Mike Lupica) able to take on original author's persona and writing style almost perfectly,” wrote Jaqui for GoodReads. “If you liked the early Spenser stories, you will still love this one.” [Fiction]
“Bulletproof: The Truth about the Assassination Attempts on Donald Trump,”
by Jack Posobiec & Joshua Lisec (Skyhorse)
With a forward written by Donald Trump Jr., “Bulletproof” investigates the unanswered questions about the attempted assassination of President Trump at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Jack Posobiec and Joshua Lisec, New York Times bestselling authors of “Unhumans,” hired a private investigative team to ferret out the truth behind the attempt. They provide a minute-by-minute timeline of the would-be assassin, his target, the Secret Service detail, and local law enforcement. How could a young, novice shooter set up his assassin’s nest that close to his target? Why weren’t communications between Secret Service and the locals established? Why was Trump allowed to step onto the stage after the gunman was spotted? “In ‘Bulletproof’ the authors have examined the various popular scenarios, marshaled all the evidence in the public domain, provided new evidence legally gathered by a private investigator, and built a theory of the case,” wrote Vanessa Battaglia for The Federalist. “They note instances of official reports announced but still not released. For example, the Department of Homeland Security’s promised Inspector General’s report is still not published.” [Nonfiction]
“A Disaster of Our Own Making: How the West Lost Ukraine,” by Brandon J. Weichert (Encounter Books)
In 1991, the Cold War ended, putting an end to the Soviet Union and freeing Eastern Europe from 70 years of communist rule. But the Russian bear’s old habits die hard. When the idea of admitting the old Soviet Union’s satellite countries into NATO was advanced, the Russian republic balked. Ukraine, meanwhile, is caught in the middle. “Hands down the best book on the Ukraine War,” wrote Beryl Wickramsata for GoodReads. “Exposes a lot of the myth making for exactly what it is and takes all the guilty parties to task. I cannot highly recommend this work enough...especially the chapter on (Bill) Clinton's complicity in getting Ukraine to unilaterally disarm. HIGHLY, HIGHLY RECOMMEND!” [Nonfiction]
“Rights and Freedoms in Peril: An Investigative Report on the Left's Attack on America,” by Tom Fitton (Threshold Editions)
As president of Judicial Watch, author Tom Fitton has seen more than his share of government misconduct. In this book, he documents the attempts of leftist politicians and bureaucrats to chip away at individual rights and freedoms, often successfully. Progressives undermine the rule of law and fundamental First and Second Amendment freedoms, he argues, while they replace meritocracy with diversity, equity and inclusion. They say it’s all being done for the greater good. “‘Rights and Freedoms in Peril’ is a powerful, eye-opening exposé that uncovers the relentless assault on America's core values by the radical left and their weaponized system of justice,” wrote Kash Patel, President Trump’s appointee for FBI director. “This investigative report is a must-read for anyone who cares about defending our nation's principles, preserving liberty for future generations, and ending their disinformation campaigns.” [Nonfiction]
“Rungs of Disclosure: Following the Trail of Extraterrestrials and the End Times,” by L. A. Marzulli (Frontline)
The author submits that extraterrestrials have been visiting planet Earth and even walking among us for thousands of years. We more than likely have seen one without even realizing it. To those who can handle the premise, L.A. Marzulli will help us discover the answers to these questions:
- Who are “they”?
- What do they want?
- And why are they here?
“This book was one of very few I have read in my life that I was sad when I got to the end. Marzulli's research, insight, and affable writing style makes for an easy, interesting, emotional, provocative, thrilling read,” wrote Matthew Chua for GoodReads. “Thank you, L.A. I really enjoyed this work of yours. Don't slow down, you're just getting started.” [Nonfiction]