The Printed Page

Title: The Breath of Allah
Author/website(s): Tempest O’Rouke
251 pages
Publisher: Synergy Books
Publication date: September ’09
Genre: Political thriller
Review book or pleasure reading: Review book
New-to-me author: Yes
Would I recommend this book: Probably
Would I read more from this author: I would
Journal notes: The Breath of Allah is a solid debut political thriller. It could have benefited from some sharper editing as there are facts you’ll know by heart before turning the last past page and, at times, a bit of story line repetition simply re-worded. The premise of the story is current connecting with today’s hot button political issue(s). If you let your imagination have free rein this story could be downright scary and is sure to touch a few nerves. There were moments my imagination was galloping full speed ahead. I caution others to read The Breath of Allah as the fictional political thriller it is meant be and not wonder if the author has a hidden agenda deep within the story. There’s plenty of action and intrigue to keep one turning pages. I was hooked from the start and interested until the very end.

The appearance of an ancient Koran—one of the original twelve transcribed after Mohammed’s death—sparks questions about the authenticity of current Islamic practices and teachings. A deadly race begins as the American who inherited the historic text works to keep it safe while being hunted by the CIA, Islamic terrorists, and Jewish Secret Police. As the death toll rises, a mysterious Muslim prophet appears—a prophet who might be the leader Islam needs to restore peace among its followers. Together, the American and the prophet endeavor to reveal the true meaning of Mohammed’s Breath of Allah, but to do so they must overcome the deadly agendas of extremist clerics and terrorists, who are willing to silence the true Koran at any cost.

(The Breath of Allah was provided to me by Brittany at Phenix Publicity. I was not paid and this book is being donated to my local library )