BOOK REVIEWS
The RED HOTEL series continues that brings the facts and fiction of travel intrigue together in an explosive plot. See what others have to say!
Bruce Feirstein
“RED HOTEL, a terrific, fast-paced, stylish, eye-opening spy thriller, with a knowing, insider’s look at the intersects of terrorism, the CIA, and world politics. Ripped right from the headlines, RED HOTEL will forever change the way you look at hotels and use the phrase road warrior.”
Bruce Feirstein
James Bond Screenwriter, Vanity Fair Contributing Editor
Best-selling author
R.G. Belsky
“RED DECEPTION starts with a shocking series of terrorist attacks against America, then races along at break-neck pace until the mind-blowing ending. There are inept political leaders; new threats to world peace from Russia and North Korea; deadly assassins; and secrets and betrayal everywhere. Gary Grossman and Ed Fuller have given us a must-read thriller that truly feels like it’s ripped from today’s headlines, or even scarier, tomorrow’s.”
R.G. Belsky
Award-winning author of the Clare Carlson series
W. G. Griffiths
“WARNING: Read RED HOTEL with your back to the wall and keep an eye on everyone entering your immediate space. It’s a must-read thriller that weaves boots-on-the-ground experience with comet-paced, down-to-the-marrow storytelling. Ed Fuller and Gary Grossman deliver page after page, and RED HOTEL brings it on!”
W. G. Griffiths
Best-selling author, Methuselah’s Pillar, Driven
WILLIAM CARWILE
“I’ve been engaged in national and homeland security for over 45 years, I seldom read fiction. When I do, it is historical fiction. It most often provides opportunities to learn interesting facts in an enjoyable way. While RED CHAOS is not an historical novel, given today’s news, it affords the reader an extremely compelling, most realistic and fast paced story. In crafting this riveting read, Ed Fuller and Gary Grossman have written a thriller that reflects their impressive knowledge of today’s strategic global dynamics. But they must be seen as prescient given the events happening at this moment: The real-world implications of climate change on global trade and national security, and the fragility of the world’s avenues for commerce. RED CHAOS is a timely must read for those seeking a book that is both stimulating and eye- opening.”
William CarwileColonel, US Army (Ret), Former Associate Administrator, FEMA
Baron J
“The world-building in this novel is phenomenal, making the international conflicts feel all too real. The pacing is fast, and the stakes are incredibly high. I loved how the different storylines interconnected in surprising ways. Dan Reilly is a compelling character, bringing both intellect and action to the table. If you’re looking for a gripping read, this is it!”
Baron J
John Tierney
“Laced with drama culled from recent events, RED HOTEL places the reader directly into the role of intelligence analyst and operative as well as business and political strategist. Read RED HOTEL and it’s doubtful you’ll ever travel again without conjuring up possible intrigue from observations that used to seem like normal occurrences. Be suspicious staying overnight. A smart book.”
John Tierney
Former Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
Member, House Intelligence Committee
Chair, National Security Subcommittee
Executive Director, Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation
WEBB HUBBELL
“A complex web of intrigue! Compelling and fascinating! Fuller and Grossman weave a timely tale of Russian expansionism and terrorism in RED CHAOS against a backdrop of political intrigue. You will not put this thriller down as Dan Reilly races to prevent Russian world and oil domination. The authors take you behind the closed doors of our National Security to illuminate how seemingly unrelated occurrences are part of Russia’s intricate plan. I loved this book and it holds a prized place on my bookshelf.”
Webb Hubbell
Associate Attorney General of the U.S., Best-selling, award-winning author
Paul DeBole
“Gary Grossman and Ed Fuller have done it again in RED DECEPTION. Plot, characters, and details are gripping and captivating. A page-turner by authors who might as well sit on the National Security Council. A fantastic read!”
Paul DeBole
Former Aide to Senator John McCain and Senator Lamar Alexander
Associate Professor, History, Lasell University
Author, Conspiracy 101: An Authoritative Examination of the Greatest Conspiracies in American Politic
Allen Orlob
“I’ve spent my career traveling to global hotspots, but nothing prepared for the adrenaline rush I would get reading Red Ultimatum! Fuller and Grossman have driven the needle straight up in their latest book in the Red Hotel series that will transport you around the world. Be sure to set aside plenty of time when you begin because you won’t be able to set Red Ultimatum down! With Grossman at his side, this book doesn’t just come from Fuller’s imagination — it directly from his experience. Absolutely captivating!”
Allen Orlob
International Security Consultant, Founder & CEO, Orlob Group
Roger Dow
“Baldacci, Brown, and Cussler: make room for Grossman and Fuller, and check into Red Hotel! It’s the year’s most eye-opening international thriller with a true wake-up call for everyone who travels anywhere. Page by page, the exciting plot delivers an inside-out view of the moving parts that make up the ever-changing geopolitical map. My advice—read Red Hotel now!”
Roger Dow
President and CEO, US Travel Association
Douglas F. Muldoon
“Just when I thought Fuller and Grossman couldn’t turn up the heat any more after their award-winning RED DECEPTION, along comes RED CHAOS, with a spot-on, globe-hopping plot. Ed Fuller comes to thriller writing from years as an international hotel executive job. On top of that, he had a heavy dose of anti- terrorism experience. His collaboration with Gary Grossman delivers ticking clock scenarios that play out real because so much of it is real, or just on the edge of reality. RED CHAOS is a top flight thriller that will have you spell-bound from page one!”
Douglas F. MuldoonChief of Police (ret), City of Palm Bay Police Department, 2013 FBI National Academy Associates President
Frank Helmick
“Heart pumping excitement — another page-turner from Fuller and Grossman. RED DECEPTON paints a picture of reality in our world today. Politics, economics, terrorism, travel, intrigue, deceit at home and overseas. An above the fold thriller by any measure!”
Frank Helmick
Lieutenant General, U.S. Army, (Ret.)
Barb W
“Clearly a 5-star novel that should not be missed. It is terrifying that Reilly has the responsibility of rescuing the world from what in the future could be a real-life calamity. The in-depth research and Ed Fuller’s experience in dealing with international security issues made me question was this truly fiction? The plot is so current and addresses the risks we face with today’s political unrest.
Each of book in the Red Hotel series is a page turner giving new insight into the extreme efforts needed to keep our country safe.”
Barb W
K. J. Howe
“Grossman and Fuller deliver gritty insider detail in their thriller Red Hotel, bringing fact and fiction together in an explosive mix. With pacing that would leave Olympian Usain Bolt breathless, Red Hotel is a must-read for international travelers and anyone seeking to understand the new Russia.”
K. J. Howe
Best-selling author, The Freedom Broker
Executive Director, Thrillerfest
Will Grimsley
“RED HOTELcombined the authors’ real world experiences into a very compelling, breakneck-paced scenario that captures the imagination. RED DECEPTION takes us even further into the complex world where globalized economics and travel are integrally woven into politics, terror, intrigue, and more. Fiction that’s all too real!”
Will Grimsley
Major General, US Army, (Ret.)
Edward Bradstreet
“RED DECEPTION provides an in-depth and realistic ground level view of the type of asymmetric Nation-state sponsored threats faced by the Agencies tasked with protecting the United States both domestically and abroad. Thoroughly researched with thrilling pacing, it follows a worst case scenario with the resulting fallout and a complex investigation that unfolds all over the Globe.”
Edward Bradstreet
Special Agent- Department of Homeland Security
Homeland Security Investigations (HSI)
Daniel Palmer
“Feverishly paced with surprising twists and turns, RED HOTEL starts with a bang and the action gets faster and tenser from there. Get ready for one late night when you dive into this gem of a read!”
Daniel Palmer
Best-selling author, Mercy and Forgive Me
KATHLEEN MATTHEWS
“In RED HOTEL-and RED DECEPTION, my Marriott colleague and global nomad, Ed Fuller, brings his love of politics and his experience in the Vietnam War and deep inside knowledge of the hotel and travel industry including crisis management to build another political thriller with Gary Grossman, an acclaimed novelist and TV producer and journalist. Pour some of the current global uncertainty into this cocktail, and you have the combustion of RED CHAOS.”
Kathleen MatthewsAmbassador for World Travel & Tourism Council, Former ABC News Anchor, Former Marriott International Senior Executive
Michael Mara, Jr
“RED DECEPTION is an adrenalin laden thriller and as true to life as it gets. As a former intelligence operative (linguist/analyst – Soviet/Warsaw Pact) with assignments to Field Station Augsburg, Germany and the Defense Intelligence Agency at the Pentagon, I know that all of the explosive events, all of the alliances, and all of the deceit detailed in this book are realistic. Grossman and Fuller possess a keen insight as to the interaction(s) amongst governmental, military, intelligence, and business leaders and operatives. Compelling insight into the world of high stakes drama, deception and intrigue; full of intricate relationships, and the complexity of independent, yet interconnected scenarios. RED DECEPTION just can’t be put down. I want more. Outstanding!”
Michael Mara, Jr
Former member of the U.S. Army Intelligence & Security Command (INSCOM)
Frank Helmick
“I got to know Ed Fuller in Iraq when I was Deputy Commanding General, US Forces–Iraq. RED HOTEL takes me right back to our in-depth discussions, and it spells out tomorrow’s threats that we better pay attention to today. Take a deep breath, jump into this novel scenario from authors Fuller and Grossman. I dare you to try to go to sleep tonight once you begin.”
Frank Helmick
Retired Lieutenant General, US Army