Jim Lester’s The Blue Riders transports readers to the tumultuous end of the 19th century. Set against the backdrop of the Spanish-American War, this fast-paced thriller follows a group of intrepid characters caught in a dangerous web of espionage and intrigue.

Lester paints a vivid picture of the era’s opulence, corruption, and political turmoil. The characters are well-developed and memorable, each with their own unique motivations and quirks. From the daring journalist to the enigmatic spy, the reader is instantly drawn into their world.

The plot is filled with twists and turns, keeping the reader on the edge of their seat. The tension builds as the characters race against time to uncover a sinister plot to assassinate President McKinley. Lester’s historical research is evident, making the story feel authentic and immersive.

The Blue Riders is an enjoyable read that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and adventure alike.

Fast-paced, exhilarating book about a side of history that I was not familiar with at all. You get a very deep insight into the newspaper war, when a young reporter who hears of president McKinleys assassination plot gets kidnapped and taken to Cuba right at the bring of war between Spain and. America. Thne its a race against time, to be rescued and to prevent the plot against the president. Build-up in the story was amazing

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Dnf read 70% but struggled from the start of the long drawn out shootout with the spanish. It annoyed me because i loved the start with the reporter and the asylum but just got bored.

The Blue Riders is an exhilarating historical thriller that takes you back to 1897 New York and Cuba. The story follows reporter Cassie O'Conner, who goes undercover in an insane asylum and uncovers a dangerous plot against President William McKinley. The book combines the tension of a newspaper war with a gripping adventure full of twists and turns. I thoroughly enjoyed this read for its rich historical details and the nail-biting suspense that kept me hooked until the very end.

Hold onto your hats, because The Blue Riders is a wild ride through turn-of-the-century intrigue! 📰🚀 Cassie O'Conner, our fearless reporter, dives headfirst into an insane asylum and stumbles upon a plot that could shake the very foundations of the country. This book is a total page-turner, packed with action, danger, and all the juicy details of a historic newspaper battle. If you love a good dose of suspense with your history, this one's a must-read! 😎📚

4.5 which I am only too happy to round up to 5 because if I wasn't reading I was thinking about the book .

The Blue Riders is a thrilling fast paced read that takes place in 1890's and President William McKinley is in power.

There is unrest between Spain and the United States and Cuba is caught in the middle.

The newspapers are controlled by Hearst and Pulitzer in New York.

A female reporter Cassie overhears a plot to assassinate McKinley she attempts to track down her biggest lead The Gray Man and her life is now in jeopardy.

The trail leads her to Florida where she meets up with Gideon her co worker but before she can tell what has happened she is kidnapped.

The race is on to save her, bodies are piling up .

War is on the verge of being declared between Spain and United States.

Jim Lester writes a fast paced well written and well researched story that has the reader on the edge of their seat .

I for one raced to the final chapter and others will as well.

This is my first Jim Lester Book and it certainly wont be me last.

I highly recommend The Blue Riders , get your copy and clear your calendar for a wild ride.

Thanks to NetGalley and Jim Lester for the privilege of reading and reviewing The Blue Riders.