Inside Flap:

233 MARINES KILLED BY A BOMB ATTACK IN LEBANON!

243 PASSENGERS BLOWN OUT OF THE SKY OVER LOCKERBIE!

TWO PEOPLE KILLED IN THE BOMBING OF THE WORLD TRADE CENTER IN NEW YORK CITY!

A DEADLY ATTACK ON THE UNITED STATES' CAPITOL!

TODAY'S HEADLINES PROVE THIS NOVEL MIGHT NOT BE FICTION. ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE!

Dictator Saddam Hussein and the notorious terrorist, "Carlos the Jackal," join forces to plot the most heinous of schemes against their mortal enemies, the United States and Israel, sending a scaringly believable message about both the security loopholes in terrorist defense, and just how easily the delicate balance of the teetering Middle East peace process could falter.

Charles Lichtman's debut novel weaves a spellbinding tale of ruthless terrorism, capturing the intriguing tensions behind today's political realities. The action starts when a group of U.S. Marines attempts to assassinate Saddam Hussein, moves on to a murderous bombing attack at the United Nations' headquarters in Geneva, and finally climaxes during a dramatic showdown in Washington, D.C.

Only Norman Richards stands in the way of the legendary Carlos. Formerly one of the CIA's top field operatives, Richards quit the dirty works trade in exchange for a lucrative arms-dealing career. However, his past catches up with him, forcing him to take on his most dangerous mission yet, tracking down Carlos and his trained assassins to prevent the most atrocious terrorist act ever devised. The only problem is he doesn't know what he is trying to stop, much less whom, when, or where. The odds are against him. Time is against him. Carlos is against him.

The Last Inauguration

By Chuck Lichtman

Hardcover, 447 pages

Published April 23rd 1998 by Frederick Fell Publishers

ISBN

0811908704 (ISBN13: 9780811908702)

Raves & Reviews:

  • “Lots of people talk about becoming the next Tom Clancy, but Charles Lichtman is not just talking.” - The Miami Herald

  • "Lichtman's debut novel gives us a glimpse into what could be America's worst nightmare complete with page turning suspense...An authentic glimpse into the terrifying underbelly of the world's covert operations...A good read." -Michael Levine, New York Times' bestselling author of Triangle of Death

  • “The Last Inauguration is a fascinating look at the world of terrorism. This intriguing thriller is non-stop, action-packed.” -San Francisco Examiner

  • “Lichtman’s debut proves that he can do a big-boys-with-bad-toys tale and create a believable character to hang it on.” -Kirkus Reviews

  • "A high-concept spy romp, The Last Inauguration, whipsaws the reader across the globe and through a series of ever escalating treacheries toward a final, satisfying resolution. Well researched, the novel places you at the epicenter of international intrigues and in the company of shadowy, soulless terrorists bent on diabolical revenge. Fun reading." -Glenn Kleier, author of The Last Day

  • “The Last Inauguration is an exciting, realistic story with non-stop action throughout the book. Lichtman clearly understands and accurately portrays the terrorist's mentality, the Mid-Eastern peace process, and the mindset of Saddam Hussein, especially in these days." -Lt. Col. Naor Seidmann, Director of the Israel Aircraft Industries

  • “Unlike Tom Clancy’s lock jawed Jack Ryan, Richards, for all his tough talking misplaced idealism, is a sensible, decent guy.” – Kirkus Reviews