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Blood and Oil: Mohammed bin Salman's Ruthless Quest for Global Power

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Book Synopsis: From award-winning Wall Street Journal reporters comes a revelatory look at the inner workings of the world's most powerful royal family, and how the struggle for succession produced Saudi Arabia's charismatic but ruthless Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, aka MBS. 35-year-old Mohammed bin Salman's sudden rise stunned the world. Political and business leaders such as former UK prime minister Tony Blair and WME chairman Ari Emanuel flew out to meet with the crown prince and came away convinced that his desire to reform the kingdom was sincere. He spoke passionately about bringing women into the workforce and toning down Saudi Arabia's restrictive Islamic law. He lifted the ban on women driving and explored investments in Silicon Valley.But MBS began to betray an erratic interior beneath the polish laid on by scores of consultants and public relations experts like McKinsey & Company. The allegations of his extreme brutality and excess began to slip out, including that he ordered the assassination of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. While stamping out dissent by holding 300 people, including prominent members of the Saudi royal family, in the Ritz-Carlton hotel and elsewhere for months, he continued to exhibit his extreme wealth, including buying a $70 million chateau in Europe and one of the world's most expensive yachts. It seemed that he did not understand nor care about how the outside world would react to his displays of autocratic muscle—what mattered was the flex.Blood and Oil is a gripping work of investigative journalism about one of the world's most decisive and dangerous new leaders. Hope and Scheck show how MBS' precipitous rise coincided with the fraying of the simple bargain that had been at the head of US-Saudi relations for more than 80 years: oil, for

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Discover the explosive truth behind the rise of Mohammed bin Salman with the groundbreaking book, Blood and Oil. Uncover the inner workings of Saudi Arabia's powerful royal family and understand how the struggle for succession led to the charismatic yet ruthless Crown Prince MBS. This meticulously researched work by award-winning Wall Street Journal reporters is a revelatory look into the life of one of the world's most decisive leaders.

Experience the shocking revelations within the pages of Blood and Oil. Once hailed as a reformer, MBS captivated the world with his promises of change, including granting women more rights and embracing technological advancements. However, beneath the carefully crafted image lays a darker side as allegations of brutality and excess emerged, shaking the foundations of his reign. Find out the truth behind the shocking assassination of journalist Jamal Khashoggi and the secret maneuvers that shook the world.

Join us on a journey through the intricate web of world politics and power struggles. Blood and Oil offers a gripping narrative of MBS' rapid ascent and his growing influence over global affairs. With a tight relationship with the White House and an appetite for wealth and authority, the stakes are high for both Saudi Arabia and the rest of the world. Don't miss the chance to gain unprecedented insights into this enigmatic leader and the potential repercussions his actions may have on international peace.

Longlisted for the esteemed Financial Times & McKinsey Business Book of the Year Award, Blood and Oil is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the complexities of contemporary geopolitics. Get your copy today to delve into this powerful and dangerous saga.

Click here to grab your copy of Blood and Oil now and embark on a gripping journey through the treacherous world of politics, power, and ambition!

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