This is Karen's second book and strikes a balance with her first book, 'Soul Companions' which was perhaps the light to the darkness of The Dangerous Man..... That's not to say that this book is gloomy, far from it.
This is a collection of conversations with radical thinkers, many of whom might loosely be described as 'conspiracy theorists' although the term 'alternative researchers' is probably more apt. The book contains a wide range of perspectives and ideas, ranging from David Icke, who comes far out of leftfield (to this mind at least), to the wonderfully intelligent Neil Kramer. The common thread running through all of these conversations is that the contributors are original thinkers. They don't regurgitate other people's theories and beliefs, so this book is a treasure trove of ideas and insights that expand one's own thinking - which is a treat indeed.
Some of the contributers clearly have radical beliefs and theories about what is really going on in this 3D world of ours, 'The Matrix' as it's often called. While others pose more questions than answers, encouraging the reader to think for themselves too. Hence my title 'A Dangerous Read'- at least it might be for anyone who has strong beliefs and theories of their own about life on this planet!
I guess the reason I loved it so much is that I have always had a questioning mind and learn best through asking questions. I am also trying to give up beliefs- which I regard largely as being unhelpful habits! And this book helps me in that by challenging all that our culture tells us is true.
I very much enjoyed reading Karen's own narrative, which introduces each section of the book and weaves the threads loosely together. Karen writes with intelligence, humour and self-disclosure, with all the hallmarks of an author who can write her own very readable and original story.
Thank you for bringing this book into the world, Karen and I look forward to your next one.