1- What is the one motive/plot trait that would make your target reader say: WOW!
I’d say that the hijacked drones in the prologue really set the stage for what is coming next. Readers who enjoyed Tom Clancy’s novels will feel right at home with “2024: Attack on America”, but there is more to it. My book essentially weaves two plots into one. While I deliberately targeted a male demographic, it turns out that many women really loved the novel. As the story evolves, readers are bound to share Gabriel’s internal turmoil, and they want to know how he untangles the knotty predicament he and his wife, Mary, find themselves in.
2- Best and worst review/comment your book ever got?
It depends on what you mean by “best”. If you mean the one I liked the most, it’s from a reviewer on Amazon. He wrote:
“Not what I thought it would be, but in the end it was a lot better than I thought it would be.
Give this story some time to develop, and you will find the time spent worth it.”
I have received multiple 5-star reviews which are the real reward for writing. As for the worst review:
“Sorry, I didn’t get past the second page. The opening dialog with a General, a Colonel, and several others felt awkward and contrived, with the characters dumping info for the benefit of the reader. There might be a great plot in here—that’s why I picked up the book—but it also has to be well written.”
Thanks to such critics I recently pushed an update to the prologue that jumps right into the moment when the two drones are already airborne and ready to go rogue. I’m hopeful with this change that readers who previously passed on the book will pick it back up and give it a second chance.
3- What type of person would grab this title at the bookshop, read half of the synopsis and say: “Shut up and take my money” ?
Most likely a male reader in his forties, intrigued by the mystery of who has hijacked those drones. Though to be honest, any reader intrigued by a drama & suspense packed cybersecurity thriller will be drawn to pick this book up.
4- Which other book/piece that you have written, or will write, that makes a great pair with this one and why?
Debut author here. I have a few ideas for a second book, but you’ll need to be patient.
5- Which popular/underrated book is similar to yours in style/feel?
I don’t believe anyone has ever attempted to write a book quite like this. Admittedly, it might seem akin to watching Indiana Jones transform into a full-blown adult movie (and back!) at times, but with the added benefit of reading the protagonist’s mind. The results are hilariously entertaining and—trust me—everything happens for a reason.
6- Links to socials and books so your readers can find you.
https://mybook.to/2024AttackOnAmerica
(Italian version: https://mybook.to/2024AttaccoAllAmerica)
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A big thank you to author Zarustin for participating in Scribble’s Flash Interview!
Be sure to check out 2024: Attack on America on Amazon & the Scribble’s Review (here).
Scribble's Worth 
This is such a fun book! I’m blown away by the author’s guts in blending two vastly different genres. It’s literally two books in one. The AI cybersecurity theme is huge, but what really gets me is the exploration of a guy’s psyche when he discovers his wife’s shocking past. His reaction is… intense. I won’t spoil it for you, but take my word when I say that it ended up being a lot better than I thought when I picked up the book.
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