Robert Burnham is a licensed professional forensic engineer with two University of Michigan engineering degrees. He is a member of the National Academy of Forensic Engineers and the National Society of Professional Engineers. Burnham’s scientific and analytical background enabled him to accurately assess the possibility that Hitler’s scientists could have been first in the world to produce the Ultimate Weapon.
An adjunct professor of technology and lifelong student of science and history, he lives with his wife, Suzy, in Ft. Myers, FL, and Traverse City, MI. He is currently working on his next novel.
Visit his website here, to learn more. Read BookTrib’s review of The Armageddon Secret here.
BOOKS:
The Armageddon Secret (2021)
Your biggest literary influences:
Ken Follett, Alan Furst, Richard Rhodes, Hank Phillippi Ryan, William L. Shirer
Last book read:
The Last Odyssey by James Rollins
The book that changed your life:
Eye of the Needle by Ken Follett, written years ago, changed my outlook on the Second World War. He presented a fictional explanation of how the Germans were misled into thinking the D-Day invasion would take place hundreds of miles from where Eisenhower actually directed it to take place. It made me realize how seemingly small but heroic actions could reshape the course of humankind. Eye of the Needle showed me it was possible to construct a thrilling reality where everyday people become heroes and influence great events through courage and intellect.
Your favorite literary character:
Rhett Butler. He was suave, sexy, pragmatic and possessed a wry sense of humor. A fictional character set against the backdrop of a colossal war between Americans, he let me see in clear, stark relief how a character can give readers a sense of place and convey the emotions of loss and betrayal.
Currently working on:
My second novel, set in America’s secret A-Bomb City. Allied scientists are struggling to beat the Nazis to the Ultimate Weapon, but their efforts are imperiled by German and Soviet spies. Alex Drake must, again, risk everything to safeguard the Armageddon secret.
Words to live by:
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” (Jeremiah 29:11)
Advice for aspiring authors:
If you have a real message to share, and you know it’s significant, not just your own personal predilection, get it out whatever it takes!
