Norman Brewer's 'Blending In' Sheds Light on the Realities of Domestic Terrorism

Preventing domestic terrorism attacks is a challenge that demands immense resources and sophisticated intelligence gathering. The ideologically driven nature of domestic terrorist groups makes it extraordinarily difficult for authorities to predict and prevent attacks. Unlike external threats, domestic terrorism comes from within, fostering fear and mistrust in communities and disrupting the very fabric of society. Norman Brewer's political thriller, 'Blending In: A Tale Of Homegrown Terrorism' (The Anti-Hero Rebellions Book 1), tackles these pressing issues.

'Blending In' explores domestic terrorism through the lens of two anti-heroes who defy conventional stereotypes. Stickman and Maple are not isolated extremists; they are ordinary individuals who blend seamlessly into society while secretly plotting catastrophic attacks. This portrayal makes the narrative all the more compelling and thought-provoking.

The novel details planned attacks on soft targets, including a press conference in Washington, D.C., and a bustling mall in the American Heartland. As other extremists rally to their cause, the tension escalates, leaving readers to grapple with the urgent question: Can these homegrown terrorists be stopped? The story provides a haunting reflection on the nature of extremism and the thin veneer of normalcy that can mask the most dangerous threats, found right here in our streets.

Readers and reviewers have high praise for 'Blending In'. One Amazon reviewer described it as "Fantastic read - the best I have read all year! Relaying the story from inside the homegrown terrorist mind is brilliant as it takes the reader through intertwining actions of terrorism. Too realistic for comfort . . ." Another stated, "Excellent, just excellent! Brewer has written an extremely interesting book. Very, very believable. Non-stop action. Taken together with his follow-up book, Killer Politics, he has raised the standard for this genre. I can't wait to see what he writes next!" Yet another remarked, "For fans of thriller novels, Blending In does not disappoint. Characters are well developed throughout the story, with non-stop action that is not only lively, but also frighteningly realistic. It's one of those books that can be easily imagined as someday becoming a movie."

'Blending In' is the first book in The Anti-Hero Rebellions series. The second book, 'Killer Politics: A Satirical Tale of Homegrown Terrorism,' involves a Trump-like president inspiring a white supremacist to launch attacks on innocents in a ruthless bid to incite civil war. Hoss, the supremacist, teams up with a "Most Wanted" terrorist to attack a rock concert, contaminate the food supply, destroy a reservoir, and flood homeowners living downstream. People die, fear mounts, and a rogue FBI agent is in hot pursuit.

Book 3 in the series, 'January 6: A Novel,' offers a masterful political tale where democracy is assaulted when the President's rally morphs into a mob that storms the Capitol. Right-wing extremists take the House Speaker hostage, force a horrific standoff, and unleash terrorist attacks nationwide. The President weighs declaring martial law to restore order and justify refusing to leave office.

Midwest Book Review stated, "Although a work of fiction, 'January 6: A Novel' provides genuine and vivid insider glimpses of what might come next in 2024 in real life. All kingdoms, empires, and nations throughout history have risen, flourished, and then fallen. America may not be an exception. Following a disputed election in 2020 and the possibility of an insurrectionist political candidate being once more defeated at the polls, the very real possibility of what is described in 'January 6: A Novel' makes it an unreservedly recommended addition to community and college/university library collections – and essential reading for those with interest in politics, terrorism, freedom, and the future of the United States of America."

Norman Brewer was interviewed on The Authors Show. His interview can be accessed at The Authors Show. All of the books in the Anti-Hero Rebellions series are available in paperback and ebook versions at Amazon and other book retailers.