Brad M. Meslin’s experience suspends reality in his book Moldavian Gambit, leaving readers wondering if this story is fact or fiction.
I had the distinct pleasure of conversing with Brad M. Meslin, the esteemed author of the book “Maldavian Gambit.” This fast-paced geopolitical narrative explores themes of nuclear blackmail, espionage, and political deception, centering around the theft of a portable nuclear weapon in 1991 during the collapse of the Soviet Union. Notably, the storyline bears a loose resemblance to current events in Russia and Ukraine. The narrative is cinematic, thrilling, and compelling.
Brad draws inspiration from his extensive experience, having worked in the aerospace, defense, and national security sectors for over forty years. His profound expertise in these fields enables him to blur the lines between reality and fiction in this story. I was rather young in 1991, yet I recall the prevailing issues concerning the Soviet Union. Initially, I perceived this book as nonfiction; however, it also mirrors contemporary events. Brad A. Meslin’s firsthand knowledge of military and intelligence operations imbues his storytelling with unparalleled authenticity and depth.
The plot unfolds in a manner that resonates profoundly with our current geopolitical challenges, creating a sense of immediacy in the narrative. The book was released in November of last year, coinciding with the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, and its premise parallels the very conflicts we are presently witnessing. It is an edge-of-your-seat thriller that compels readers to scrutinize current issues and ponder why the world has ceased to view Russia as an enemy.
About the Author:
Brad M. Meslin draws on nearly 40 years of experience in the aerospace, defense, and national security sectors, where he advised global private equity firms on over 1,000 merger and acquisition transactions. His firsthand knowledge of military and intelligence operations lends unparalleled authenticity and depth to his storytelling.