Mr. Texas

Well written.engrossing, topical...had to wait to page 30 to realise where it was going... but it certainly went.

Loved this book! It speaks to the current crisis in Texas and American politics in a way that is plausible, thoughtful and a little horrifying. Along the way, the story telling is artful and will leave you laughing out loud. This is simply the best book that I have read in years.

This is the third book I’ve read by Lawrence Wright and I enjoyed it a lot! A Native Texan myself it put a smile on my face all the way up here in Canada. Would recommend!

It is obvious that Lawrence Wright has walked these hallways and talked privately face to face with some of these pols. He is more generous in his treatment of them than they deserve. With mean-spirited policies that put citizens in untenable positions and lives at risk, Texas state government (controlled by Republicans) is a joke and a threat to democracy. Maybe the only way get people to pay attention is with an entertainment, and Wright has exposed the disgusting and disheartening state of affairs in a clever story of colorful, exotic, enchanting characters trying to prevail in today’s political arena where democracy has the cards stacked against it.

As a native Texan, I did not know much about our government until this book. I'm roughly a few miles away from where the main character, Sonny Lamb is from, which is what attracted me to the book.People see Texas as a red state but this book offers a glimpse into the relationships and lives of the Texas House of Representatives. Whether you are blue or red, you can still be a good person.The book tackles deep issues that not only Texas deals with but the entire nation. Whether you, the reader are blue or red, you'll find yourself cheering on these characters who are so passionate about making change and are willing to do whatever it takes to get their bills passed.

Great writing and thoughtful ideas