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Elisa Koopmans is an attorney specializing primarily in estate planning, trust administration and probate who is licensed to practice law in both New York and Michigan under the name Elissa Koopmans Schwartz. When Elisa is not writing or practicing law, she enjoys spending time with her two adult children and her Chihuahua, Oreo, who travels with her between Michigan and New York’s Long Island where they live on the shores of the Sound. Elisa also enjoys working in her yard, walking on the beach, spending time with friends and going to Broadway musicals.
Reviewed by Deborah Lloyd for Readers' Favorite
Perceived Threat by Elisa Koopmans is an authentic mystery with suspicious characters, fear-filled moments and suspenseful intrigue. The main character, Annalisa Vermeers, is an author and speaker, gaining notoriety for her anti-establishment views. The problem is her target is the “establishment” of the legislative branch of the federal government. Annalisa boldly challenges Washington’s power elite by suggesting a government with no political parties or lobbyists, bringing the power back to the constituents. When her life is threatened, solid detective work is detailed. Every plausible lead is followed. Some unsavory behaviors seem to point to a few high-level Congressional Senators and Representatives. Annalisa’s loving relationship with her devoted journalist husband provides balance to the looming perils she is facing.
The many twists and turns, as well as compelling characters, create this exciting mystery novel. An added feature is the explanation of Annalisa’s views; it makes one consider the possibility of an entirely different governmental structure. Her views also provide the motivation to those leaders whose power and wealthy lifestyles could come tumbling down if her proposals came to fruition. Her husband’s journalistic involvements provide opportunities for her to mingle with the power elite – as well as the opportunity for a murderer to carry out his/her intention. Most of the story is told through narration. It would have been enjoyable to understand why Annalisa took such a strong stand against the government! That being said, this is a satisfying read.
