Loved the first half of this book and then it got too complicated for me to keep track. The book was doing too much when it could have been spilt into two books and would have worked perfectly

This book was gripping and brought me into the world quickly and wouldn’t let me go. I can’t wait to find out what happens next... if the book continues into another.

Thanks to Net Galley for an ARC

Four stars due all the veiled 'trump dumps' through out the book; otherwise a good story

**I received a copy of The Wall from Sideways Books and Net Galley in exchange for a voluntary and honest review. My opinions were not solicited in any way.**

The Wall by N. J. Croft was a rather eye opening book with not only the current government, a pandemic, racial inequality, upcoming Presidential election and the world in general. It will keep you transfixed and page turning all the way to the final page. It was hard not to compare President Harry Coffell Jr. and our own fake news, tweet loving one. I've have read only one other book by the author and my interest is very intrigued now.

Take one computer geek, artificial intelligence loving, aspiring astronaut Kate Buchanan who has followed the party line but now has A LOT of questions especially since her AI Auspex program started giving percentages on alerts. Since her job is with Homeland Security and with only one political party that's not above making dissenters disappear who can she tell without being reported? Then her sister is killed and leaves her a message saying that she needs to get a hold of Gideon Frome who's a military hero, former boyfriend and new Secret Service agent. Which in turn opens up old wounds with both of their families as well as a other friends and coworkers who die suddenly.

All of this will take them both on a eye opening wild ride to a climatic finish to the end or is it?

This thrilling book is almost ripped from the headlines. It tells of an alternative future in the US where there’s no democracy, a wall, and a firewall to prevent the US signal from reaching the rest of the world. All of this seems at least somewhat worth the trade off, until Kate discovers her sister was raped by the president at the age of 15. Then, all bets are off, and she and Gideon enter a world from which there’s no return.

The ending felt just a bit rushed and convenient, but other that that, that was a great story. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing an ARC. This review contains my honest, unbiased opinion.

Good stuff. Enjoyed the plot, the wring style, and the characters. It is quite engaging. This is a talented author. Recommended for scifi fans.

I really appreciate the review copy!!

A political thriller that hits close to reality. The world we live in is open to information, disease, and the decisions of many powerful people. Imagine America surrounded by walls, internet cut off, and a president that reigns under the guise of a popularity contest. That would be The Wall, a world cut off from other countries for fear of pandemics and crime. Freedom with a high cost. As you read about the characters struggling with tough choices think about the America we have now and the lives risked everyday. I’ve enjoyed Croft’s earlier books so I requested this one from Netgalley knowing I would enjoy it. I had not expected such a riveting story with powerful ideas and emotions.

Talk about prophetic fiction! This book was giving me the heebee jeebies at how on point it was and the direction the USA is currently heading.

What happens when the Donald's wall becomes a reality? Well, this book gives a glimpse of the future the USA could be facing. Loyalty to one party if you want access to anything worth having. Anyone else is a traitor and denied access to health, education, and other services.

Another crackpot President Harry Coffell came up with the idea of the Loyalty Party and after he had to step down his son, Harry jr takes on his mantle. But absolute power corrupts absolutely and there are more than a few skeletons in the cupboard! But the wall isn't just physical, its also technological - no outside news, internet or media. Sound familiar????

Kate deals with threat assessments for Homeland Security but is really using her employment as a way to hide her work on an AI. But when she realizes just what happens with the gradings that the algorithm decides on, she wonders what else has been lied about. Her little sister is the real tech genius but can she involve what little family has she has left?

Gideon is Kate's ex. A former soldier he is newly inducted into the Secret Service. He was essentially blackballed after his brother was labelled a rebel so he is wondering why he has been granted such an honour!

Power, corruption, technological lockdowns, forbidden media - all very current issues. I cannot believe how timely this novel is! It's a definite eyeopener as to what could happen if the USA continues on the slippery slope #45 has put them on.

Thank you Netgalley for the opportunity to preview THE WALL by NJ Croft.
The current President is the son of the past President - they have a new political party which serves those who believe in their policies of a conservative nature. The President believes he must keep America safe and to do so a wall must be built - to keep those out who jeopardize the safety and security the American people need and believe in. But with that wall comes a stark realization and soon the liberties they enjoy may not be what was hoped for.
Not sure about this book and i DNF - not my cup of tea..

I liked The Wall by N.J. Croft a lot. The author crafted a great storyline and one that had me saying at some points, "This could really happen."

The author was masterful in creating a world that is eerily close to what is and may happen in our future. I liked all the characters (even the evil ones). They were each unique and had me invested in their stories and what would happen. I also liked how the plot unfolded and the resolution.

It seems there may be more books to come (maybe a series). I hope so. I want to read more about these characters. An important and true line and what feels like is happening in our world today is, "All it takes for evil to prevail is good men to do nothing."

I would highly recommend this book. A great storyline and solid characters, and good action and intrigue.