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Cameron Nation: Going All-In to Save His Country
by
David Carraturo (Goodreads Author)
Frustrated with the current political climate self-made billionaire, Chris Cameron retires from a successful hedge fund to focus on philanthropic endeavors. With the notoriety received after he competes in the World Series of Poker to raise money for his newest charities, the Tea Party member is introduced to the presumptive Republican presidential nominee. A driven, chari
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Published
May 13th 2011
by iUniverse.com
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Cameron Nation was a good read. One part was very entertaining and provided an engaging story of a fictional man who rises from a lower middle class upbringing to be the most powerful person in the world of politics. Along the way he befriends many influential figures, but also stays grounded by remaining loyal to his roots - his blood brothers from the neighborhood, Sal & Tony. Great fun reading about these guys and I also enjoyed the opening poker tournament which segued nicely into flashb...more
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Loved, LOVED this book. The book is a fictionalized story of a man who ends up becoming President of the US. What I loved, however, is the detailed information enbedded in this novel explaining supply side economics vs Keynesian; the explanations of failed Obama policies; and the explanations of how our economy arrived in such a state as it is in today. I have read all of this before by different conservative authors but Mr Carraturo has an excellent way of explaining all this in clean, clear, c...more
Carraturo does a fantastic job in his first book. He simultaneously tells an extremely entertaining story, explains conservative political theory and provides a thorough history lesson across various subjects in Cameron Nation. Each part is needed for this novel to come together, and each one is completed successfully.
The characters endear themselves to the reader. Whether it is Chris Cameron dominating the financial and political world or Big Tony and Sal joking around in their home town, they...more
The characters endear themselves to the reader. Whether it is Chris Cameron dominating the financial and political world or Big Tony and Sal joking around in their home town, they...more
David Carraturo has definitely done his homework. There were many times while reading this book that I forgot I was reading a work of fiction, as it is thoroughly laced with fact throughout, from US and world history, to accurate views of the political climate in the U.S dating back to President Carter's era. The amount of detail Carraturo goes into in setting the scene of the story is amazing, giving the reader the necessary information to truly understand the main character, Chris Cameron, and...more
Chris Cameron seems like a do-gooder by all accounts, but alas he has a dark past. The author weaves a complex story of local New York history, including immigrant history of "back in the old neighborhood," how an ordinary man can rise to the American presidency and the current mess of political affairs in the US today.
What I found most compelling about Cameron Nation is the extensive amount of research the author conducted on American politics, especially in regard to conservatism. I also was b...more
What I found most compelling about Cameron Nation is the extensive amount of research the author conducted on American politics, especially in regard to conservatism. I also was b...more
It has been my pleasure to read Cameron Nation. This book hooked me from the beginning. Learning about the main character, Christopher, was an amazing ride. His journey through life was informative and kept me wanting to read more. When Christopher became Vice President of the United States it captured my attention. All the way until he became President. Taking place after Obama's term. Being a
long-term Democrat and this book covering a Republican administration was a different twist for me. I'...more
long-term Democrat and this book covering a Republican administration was a different twist for me. I'...more
Cameron Nation was a book I was surprised I liked so much. My father recommended it to me to read to learn about politics. The story was so entertaining that I did not mind the steady doses of politics and economic theory explained and playing out throughout all sections of the book.
I thought Chris Cameron and his interactions with his family and friends were very realistic and the dialogue and setting were crisp and fluid. The prologue was gruesome but cool and well deserved. I recommend this b...more
I thought Chris Cameron and his interactions with his family and friends were very realistic and the dialogue and setting were crisp and fluid. The prologue was gruesome but cool and well deserved. I recommend this b...more
Oh, the perfect political world for me. David Carraturo nailed it on creatig a political leader for the ages. Chris Cameron looks, feels and acts like a genuine person with one goal, to take care of his family...even when his family is the entire United States of America. Great read, loved the poker and interweaving his personal friendships with his long time buddies, Sal & ony was icing on the cake. If Chris Cameron were in Washington, things would definitely change and for the better. I re...more
OK This review for me is a mixed one. I'm very much up with the political scene and I was intrigued with the idea of this book. It starts off with a scene in Florida and looks like a mafia style killing. Then the book goes imediately to the so called present day where the main character,Chris Cameron is President and meeting with a Mexican leader. I found that chapter to be one of my favorites. But as the story progresses it goes back and forth from present and past events. The writer does this...more
Christopher Cameron has led an interesting, varied life. Born from an Italian mother and an Irish father, he grew up in Tuckahoe, New York with his older sister Sabina. Growing up in a close knit community, he has retained many friends from his childhood. With a background in the military, football and an American history and economics double major from the University of Texas, Chris tackles the business world with the same hard work and determination he showed growing up.
His interests in poker...more
His interests in poker...more
I thought Cameron Nation was a very good read and timely. The characters were engaging, funny and I found myself truly in the life of Chris Cameron. The opening poker sequence, while I have a hard time understanding the game, provided the perfect venue to segue into flashbacks of the life of Chris. His dealings with world leaders, power brokers, friends and his family were all conveyed in very realistic fashion. Well done.
Intriguing story about what our nation can do to recover from the NObama administration. Written as a fictional story with some excellent ideas on ways to turn our country around. ‘They’ (fictional President & Vice President) used many hard tactics to accomplish their goals. Some really good ideas that ‘liberals’ would never allow to happen in real life. I was given a free Kindle download of this book.
Great read all around!! Carraturo is brilliant in the way he delivers his view on how the US needs to restore itself to its rightful place atop the geopolitical stage..Carraturo's deep understanding of economic theory, business world and capital markets are exemplified throughout the entire book
Wow! How can I sum up this book in only a few words? In Cameron Nation, author David Carraturo has written an epic saga, along the lines of "The Godfather" and such stories. When you finish this book, you may feel as though you have lived a whole lifetime, or watched a complete miniseries, or eaten a satisfying 4-course dinner. Cameron Nation combines current events with the author's vision of a possible future America, successful and revitalized, in the hands of a president and administration w...more
I enjoyed Cameron Nation. I loved the opening poker sequence and the
action flowed smoothly. It was easy to follow and the politics made a lot
of sense. The characters were engaging and funny at times. As a woman in
her early twenties, I would recommend this book.
action flowed smoothly. It was easy to follow and the politics made a lot
of sense. The characters were engaging and funny at times. As a woman in
her early twenties, I would recommend this book.
This was a great book....I enjoyed reading it. The flow keeps you entertain from beginning to the end....with some surprises in the middle. I recommend this book for a good easy read as well as a topical one with what is going on in politics today!!
This was a very entertaining book, right from the start. The politics gradually grows on you while the story progresses. The characters were fun. I can only imagine walking down a dark alley and seeing Sal & Tony coming towards me. Definitely a good read.
Cameron Nation was a very engaging story, and I am not politically active. I loved the characters and how they interact.
Whether you a political junkie or just want to read an interesting feel-good story, definitely pick up this book.
Whether you a political junkie or just want to read an interesting feel-good story, definitely pick up this book.
I think that Cameron Nation was a very good book. I really enjoyed how easily the book flowed, it was easy to stay focused on the book. David Carraturo did an amazing job writing this book. It was hard to believe it was fiction!
I thought it was a great read. Loved the local references and the shaddy characters. I learned more about politics and economics from this book than I did in four years of college.
This is one very good book to read. Opening the story with a prologue that includes a murder caught my attention. I kept reading more to see where the story would go. The author, David Carraturo, provided a story that is a wonderful mix of mystery, murder, politics and philantrophy. The section dealing with poker I found interesting to read considering I do not play cards at all. The political policies described in the story are intriguing. The Ten-Point Plan is truly thought provoking.
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Great write David...So enjoyed your work and am very eager to read your second!!...
Your book grabs the reader and it is so hard to put down....
Your book grabs the reader and it is so hard to put down....
This is a real good story, I enjoyed reading it. I am not a Tea Party guy, but the story did educate me on the conservative mindset.
Can not say enough good things! Just got the new book on my Kindle!
Good engaging story with a bit of history thrown in. . . well done!
This book was not for me. I am bummed as after reading the summary and other reviews I was really looking forward to this book. For me, there was just way too much detail, too much going back and forth with the poker tournament, too many names - I just couldn't keep up. My brain overheated. Half-way through the book, I had to let it go. The prologue got me depressed.
I was a Goodreads winner of this book. I am hoping there are others who like it and appreciate it more than I could. It just wasn't...more
I was a Goodreads winner of this book. I am hoping there are others who like it and appreciate it more than I could. It just wasn't...more
This was a really good book! I am not a very political person, so I thought I would have some trouble getting through it, but it wasn't too bad. It was very entertaining and informative. The author really seems to know what he is talking about. Very good job! :)
Amazingly witty and well researched. This book offers an enlightening view of politics that is both interesting and perceptive. David Carraturo is an amazing author and really works above my harsh expectations. I thuroughly enjoyed this book and am looking forward to reading more or his materials.
I love the idea of how Chris Cameron started out as a street kid and took all his knowledge and experience and went to the top.Cameron Nation is a great read great characters and story.
Hey, I am the author....I loved it.
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David Carraturo is the author of Cameron Nation: Going All-In to Save His Country and the prequel Columbus Avenue Boys: Avenging the Scalamarri Massacre (2012 Honorable Mention for General Fiction at the Hollywood Book Festival).
Both novels are unique. Cameron is his "Conservative Manifesto" so those with a liberal mindset beware. Columbus Avenue Boys is an epic story about the Scalamarri family...more
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Both novels are unique. Cameron is his "Conservative Manifesto" so those with a liberal mindset beware. Columbus Avenue Boys is an epic story about the Scalamarri family...more
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