The Bridles of Armageddon, is an action/adventure thriller. The nation’s cultural war turns bloody as a right-wing demagogue believes he is God’s agent to start the Battle of Armageddon. Tired of what they perceive to be the nation’s fall from righteousness, and angry at the election of a liberal President, millions line up behind him, and the results quickly move beyond terrorism to full-scale war. Drew Covington, a nationally syndicated conservative columnist, and Shawna Forester, a liberal schoolteacher, are caught up in the resulting struggle and must decide where they stand. Must their nation and world be rent apart in an effort to bring heaven to earth?
“Some men see things as they are, and ask why. I dream of things that never were, and ask why not.”
--Bobby Kennedy
Keith Madsen
Keith retired from pastoral ministry in 2016. Currently, he serves as a hospital chaplain in Wenatchee, Washington. From 1998-2006 he served on the staff of the First Baptist Church of Portland, Oregon. One of his responsibilities was serving as staff liaison to a feeding ministry the church did twice a week. As staff liaison to this ministry, he would often help serve and then visit with the people while they ate. His approach was not to raise any spiritual issues himself, as to not appear like some kind of “spiritual confession” was a cost of the meal. However, many shared their stories with him, and he listened. The stories he wrote for Fallen Angels are fictional, but they are based on the stories of real people that he met while listening to these people. By sharing these short stories, he hopes to help readers see homeless people as people, people who are in some respect just like them.
Keith is the author of Searching for Eden, 2nd Edition (Quill Hawk Publishing, 2021), The Sons and Daughters of Toussaint (Quill Hawk Publishing, 2023), and The Bridles of Armageddon, 2nd Edition (Quill Hawk Publishing, 2023), as well as a short story in the anthology, Distant Flickers: Stories of Identity and Loss (Paul Stream Press, 2022).
Keith lives in East Wenatchee, Washington with his wife Cathy. He enjoys hiking in the Cascade Mountains, rooting for the Seattle Mariners, and playing with his grandchildren. His next novel is Fallen Angels, coming 2025.
About FALLEN ANGELS
"In this book you will meet people, people so real and so unique that you will wish you could meet and spend time with them. Yes, the stories are fictional, but they are based on people the author met while helping with a ministry to the homeless in Portland, Oregon. Why do so many have such a hard time seeing unhoused people as people? This book will help you do so. They are flawed people. They are sensitive, caring people. They are people who are sad. They are people who dance in the midst of a sometimes troubled life. They are people who not only find a way to survive, but even at times to thrive. They are "fallen angels" who are seeking a way to rise again. So, grab a cup of coffee, sit down, and enjoy! You are about to meet some new friends."
Testimonials
An engaging, well- researched book about Haiti’s history, coupled with the fictional story of a modern day revolution to fulfill the dream of Toussaint. The author uses dynamic, compelling dialogue to drive the narrative, along with realistic characters. I found myself cheering for Isaac (a descendant of Toussaint) and his love Marie-Noelle. It’s obvious this carefully-crafted story was written by someone with a tender heart for Haiti, and he made me open my own heart to the needs of that country.
—DJ Stram
In The Bridles of Armageddon, Keith Madsen delivers a gripping dystopian thriller that will leave readers on the edge of their seats. The story is set in the not-too-distant future and revolves around the social and political issues of today, including religious zealotry and extremism. Despite its dark and intense themes, The Bridles of Armageddon ultimately carries a message of hope and redemption. The novel explores the power of faith, hope, and love, and reminds readers that love is the greatest force of all. Madsen's writing is engaging, and the pacing of the story keeps readers hooked from beginning to end. Overall, The Bridles of Armageddon is a compelling and timely novel that offers a chilling glimpse into a possible future where extremism and zealotry threaten to tear a nation apart. Madsen's skillful storytelling and thought-provoking narrative make this book a must-read for anyone interested in dystopian fiction, politics, and the complexities of human nature.
—Nadia
Searching For Eden is a delightful read and thrilling journey that takes readers on a quest for self-discovery! At times jarring, other times, intimate, this novel will have you searching for your own Eden.
—Amy M. Le
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