Thanks to Sarah-Beth Watkins of John Hunt Publishing, I am giving away one print or ebook copy of ‘Black Tom: Terror on the Hudson’ by Ron Semple.
Description of ‘Black Tom’ by Ron Semple:
A tale of sabotage, subterfuge and political shenanigans set in that colorful, raucous place that was Jersey City in 1916 when America is on the cusp of war and the fate of a president and the nation might hinge on the decision a young policeman is forced to make.
About Ron Semple:
A long-time newspaperman who rose from cub reporter to publisher, Ron
Semple is a fifth-generation Jersey City native. Semple was educated
by the Jesuits. He is a former Marine, a retired Coast Guard
auxiliarist, and a retired firefighter and paramedic. Semple spent the
past ten years as a FEMA reservist deployed to a half-dozen
hurricanes. He is married and has two grown daughters, a foster son
and two grandchildren.
Giveaway of’ Black Tom’ by Ron Semple:
The print version is open to the U.S. and U.K. only. ebook is open worldwide. This giveaway ends on November 13, 2015. Entries are accepted via Rafflecopter only.
This book sounds fascinating and captivating.
Jersey City in 1916 sounds like a fascinating backdrop. Thanks for the giveaway.
I loved reading the bio of the author – what a full life of service to others!
The cover is very eye catching. I love books with a historical naval setting.