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Bo Bancroft on Books, Billboards, Extremism, and Jimmy Carter
The Mysterious Goings On Podcast
Season 11 kicks off with Bo Bancroft, author of the debut novel, Make America Beautiful Again. Bo joins Alex for a fun, spirited, and frank conversation about the elements that went into his book, including his intense dislike of billboards, fighting extremism, and not letting the bad guys win.
Cover to Cover Book Beat with Rodger Nichols
KYYT Radio, Dalles / Portland, Oregon
Highest Recommendation
“In Make America Beautiful Again, which has been compared to the absurd writings of Carl Hiaasen, classic suspense of Elmore Leonard, and the nimble political satire of Christopher Buckley….”
IndieReader
4.7 / 5.0 Stars
“The large ensemble cast and their numerous subplots eventually coincide in spectacular fashion…. Readers will likely assume he’s talking about ‘the other side,’ when in truth, Bancroft’s only allegiance appears to be to the state of Georgia itself as evidenced by his reverent descriptions.”
BookView Review
Gold Badge Recommendation
“The zany plot is a twirling expedition of unexpected events, all crafted with aplomb and wry wit. Bancroft packs in plenty of humor and some nicely poignant moments, and Seamus’s investigation creates enough tension and suspense to keep readers turning pages fast.”
Kirkus Reviews
“A bomber targets Georgia’s highway billboards in this humorous debut novel… two groups try to claim credit for the attack—Green War and Make America Beautiful Again. How does the American Liberation Militia, situated on an old plantation and filled with White supremacists, factor in? …The finale opens the door for further mischief.”
The Prairies Book Review
“Bancroft delivers an intoxicating mixture of wit, whacky satire, intriguing mystery, and political intrigue in his marvelous debut.”
Wayne South Smith, Client Success blog
“Bo Bancroft Taps Emotion and Current Events in Fast, Fun Debut Novel”
“Tackling touchy subjects seemed his destiny…Fueled by annoyances past and present, he easily found his process.”