Review of Trump-a-Lincoln-a-Lago

Please use this forum to discuss historical fiction books. Common definitions define historical fiction as novels written at least 25-50 years after the book's setting.
Post Reply
Wayne Njoroge
Minimum Wage Millionaire Reader
Posts: 966
Joined: 06 Oct 2020, 09:25
Favorite Book: The Dark Web Murders
Currently Reading: The Virtuous Physician
Bookshelf Size: 46
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-wayne-njoroge.html
Latest Review: Exodus by Jean Hackensmith
2025 Reading Goal: 30
2025 Goal Completion: 3%

Re: Review of Trump-a-Lincoln-a-Lago

Post by Wayne Njoroge »

An interesting historical fiction that compares current and past world situations revolving around two controversial US presidents. It looks interesting to hear the author's perspective in this.
D Adebayo
Posts: 45
Joined: 10 Mar 2022, 13:05
Currently Reading: Vagabond
Bookshelf Size: 20
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-d-adebayo.html
Latest Review: Cynthia and Dan by Dorothy May Mercer

Post by D Adebayo »

The comparism between a good president and one most people hate makes for a very entertaining read.
Damian Keyes
In It Together VIP
Posts: 1046
Joined: 19 May 2020, 23:59
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 139
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-damian-keyes.html
Latest Review: A World Diverse lll by David Edmond CD
2025 Reading Goal: 25
2025 Goal Completion: 0%

Post by Damian Keyes »

I'm not a fan of political books so I'm going to skip this one. Plus, there have been many books written about Trump and his presidency that no book can convince me of something different than what the public saw in those 4 years.
Judiasanti
Posts: 119
Joined: 03 Mar 2022, 14:32
Currently Reading: Ninety-Nine Fire Hoops
Bookshelf Size: 51
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-judiasanti.html
Latest Review: The Bridge by Andrew Palmer

Post by Judiasanti »

Your review is excellent, thank you. This historical fiction book has an interesting topic, a comparison in ruling the government between two leaders Donald Trump and Abraham Lincoln. According to the review, the author has succeeded in creating a context so that the readers appeal to dig more. For me this is a book that should be read.
User avatar
Vidhi Adhikari
Book of the Month Participant
Posts: 613
Joined: 30 May 2021, 00:45
Currently Reading: True Teryn
Bookshelf Size: 280
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-vidhi-adhikari.html
Latest Review: Mark Victor Hansen, Relentless by Mitzi Perdue

Post by Vidhi Adhikari »

It's pretty interesting to read the parallels drawn among the most defining moments in history with recent monumental events. Will definitely read this book. Thanks for the review.
User avatar
Buk Nerd
Posts: 576
Joined: 07 Mar 2021, 13:59
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 71
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-buk-nerd.html
Latest Review: Ribzkniks by Y M Georges

Post by Buk Nerd »

This seems like a compelling read, one that readers of books about past US Presidents should find intriguing. Thanks for sharing.
"Literature is the most agreeable way of ignoring life." - Fernando Pessoa :techie-studyinggray:
User avatar
dragonet07
Posts: 1715
Joined: 20 Jun 2017, 16:43
Favorite Book: <a href="http://forums.onlinebookclub.org/shelve ... 23031">The Beauty of the Fall</a>
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 1718
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-dragonet07.html
Latest Review: Creating Literary Stories: A Fiction Writer's Guide by William H. Coles

Post by dragonet07 »

I love historical fiction and can be drawn in by fresh views, even controversial ones, on historical topics, depending on how probable and well-argued they turn out to be. This book, however, is not for me. I have had more than my fill of Trump and his kind of divisiveness recently, so I’m just going to pass on this book, at least for now. Thank you for the helpful review.
The more that you read,
The more things you will know.
The more that you learn,
The more places you'll go.
~Dr. Seuss
Gabriella H
Book of the Month Participant
Posts: 477
Joined: 21 Jul 2021, 16:13
Currently Reading: A Man Who Would Be King
Bookshelf Size: 62
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-gabriella-h.html
Latest Review: Fear Not, Dream Big, & Execute by Jeff Meyer

Post by Gabriella H »

I can see the merging of the two faces on the cover of the book. However, I wonder how the author was able to form a comparison between Abraham Lincoln and Donald Trump. I like that it's a historical fiction novel, but I'm not too keen on the politics of it.
User avatar
B Sheila Holt
In It Together VIP
Posts: 966
Joined: 03 Oct 2020, 01:32
Currently Reading: One Christmas Eve
Bookshelf Size: 85
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-b-sheila-holt.html
Latest Review: Open Heart by Akil Taher

Post by B Sheila Holt »

Thank you so much for your well-written amazing review. Your explanation was superb!!
I also enjoyed the few pages I read before coming here.
Reading_Jack
Posts: 354
Joined: 19 Feb 2022, 10:59
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 38
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-reading-jack.html
Latest Review: Wild World by Peter S. Rush

Post by Reading_Jack »

The book sounds very historical and political. I might be able to relate to it though. Thanks for a comprehensive review. Congratulations to the author on winning Book of the day.
User avatar
Sharill Rasowo
In It Together VIP
Posts: 1193
Joined: 25 Aug 2018, 08:54
Currently Reading: Worldlines
Bookshelf Size: 210
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-sharill-rasowo.html
Latest Review: Kalayla by Jeannie Nicholas

Post by Sharill Rasowo »

Comparing Donald Trump to Abraham Lincoln is certainly a novel approach. I am curious to find out how they measure up against each other. Congrats on BOTD.
User avatar
Verna Coy
Posts: 1235
Joined: 30 Sep 2018, 00:36
Currently Reading: The Magician's Secret
Bookshelf Size: 194
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-verna-coy.html
Latest Review: The Fate of AI Society by Kenneth Hamer-Hodges

Post by Verna Coy »

Usually, I try to avoid books that center on anything like political figures. This one sounds interesting, however. This is largely due to your well-written review! Thanks!
Faith - Benny Any
Posts: 608
Joined: 19 May 2021, 02:29
Currently Reading: My Enemy in Vietnam
Bookshelf Size: 100
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-faith-benny-any.html
Latest Review: Terms of Service by Craig W. Stanfill

Post by Faith - Benny Any »

What a political thriller book! Donald Trump's character seems to be applaudable. Congrats on being the BOTD.
Mary Rose Cajayon
Posts: 271
Joined: 09 Aug 2021, 05:26
Currently Reading:
Bookshelf Size: 38
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-mary-rose-cajayon.html
Latest Review: 17 Laws of Nature by Maurice Huff

Post by Mary Rose Cajayon »

This is very interesting story that takes a bold step in putting Trump and Lincoln together in a book. I am curious how the author will make comparisons between these two famous presidents who are different in so many ways. This is interesting and I would like to see if this book will make Trump a better president. Congrats BOTD!
User avatar
Ntokozo Joy Ndlovu
Minimum Wage Millionaire Reader
Posts: 581
Joined: 26 Jul 2021, 15:09
Currently Reading: The Last Imprint
Bookshelf Size: 223
Reviewer Page: onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-ntokozo-joy-ndlovu.html
Latest Review: Somawise by Luke Sniewski
Reading Device: 1400697484

Post by Ntokozo Joy Ndlovu »

I am not much of a history buff but as a non-American I think I'd find it refreshing to read something that sures the former president in a different light. He was voted into office, meaning he does in fact have a following and this is one chance to read the perspective of one such follower. Thanks for the detailed review.
Post Reply

Return to “Historical Fiction”