Inspiration
(Note from Peter)
The inspiration for Removal of the President came from a compelling question: What might a powerful group of individuals do if they believed the President of the United States was driving the nation toward a new Cold War—or something even worse? That question took shape during President Trump’s actions that culminated in the Capitol invasion. This theme of presidential removal became the foundation for my third novel, continuing the saga of Sam Stanton from The Extraterrestrial and When Mercy Died.
Set twenty-four years after the events of When Mercy Died, the story shifts focus to the hero’s son—Sam Stanton Jr., or simply Junior—who has been trained and prepared to follow in his father’s footsteps. Now, it is his turn to take center stage.
Father and son are drawn into a perilous political conspiracy after receiving confidential intelligence from within the White House. They uncover that members of Congress have been coerced into backing the President’s aggressive plans to dominate foreign nations. Determined to expose the corruption, they turn to The Washington Post, believing that shining a light on the President’s unlawful actions could lead to his impeachment and removal from office.
Their efforts succeed in part: both the President and Vice President are impeached by the House of Representatives. But in the Senate trial, the required two-thirds majority for removal falls short. Disillusioned and fearful for the nation’s future, Sam and Junior resolve to take matters into their own hands—through drastic, irreversible measures.
Amid the turmoil, an unexpected romance blossoms between Junior and the President’s daughter. Their relationship introduces a poignant emotional layer, intertwining themes of love, loyalty, and moral conflict with the high-stakes world of political intrigue.
Book reviews
Removal of the President by Peter Van Oossanen is the thrilling final installment of a trilogy that explores extraterrestrial influence on Earth’s politics, focusing on a covert mission to save the world from a corrupt U.S. president. Events take place twenty-six years after the previous book. When a father and son uncover a sinister conspiracy involving congressional blackmail and the president’s secret plans for global domination, they find themselves in a perilous fight for the nation’s soul. The plan to get Congress to impeach the president fails. Meanwhile, Jocelyn, the president’s daughter, is secretly held captive at the White House. As Jocelyn teams up with Sam and his family, they navigate a web of political intrigue, clandestine operations, and technological marvels in an effort to bring a corrupt government to justice.
Peter Van Oossanen is a great storyteller. Apart from the politically charged conflict and the exploration of the corruption of power, the relationship between Jocelyn and Sam kept me turning the pages. It gave life to the narrative, creating suspense and keeping me engaged. The setting spans the United States, from the White House in Washington, D.C., to affluent homes in Los Angeles, and even extends to distant planets like Prime-Even. The characters are well-drawn: Jocelyn, Sam Stanton, and a supportive family, including Leona and Aimee, are characters to remember. Themes of trust, loyalty, and morality are well-handled in this propulsive narrative. Removal of the President felt like a prophetic read and had me thinking about the current US political landscape. It’s a cautionary tale that warns of the dangers of power and greed.
Ruffina Oserio, Readers Favorite
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Purchase information
The book is published by Atmosphere Press, U.S.A., with a release date of November 11, 2025. It is available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover formats. The book has 394 pages, and its ISBN is 979-8-89132-862-4. It can be purchased through all major bookstores, or ordered directly from the author at info@petervanoossanen.com. (For large orders, a small discount may be applied.)
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