What People Are Saying

Block out several hours to read it in one sitting. Once you start, you won't get anything done until you finish it. The Fallen Prince is a fascinating theory on the on the assassination of John F. Kennedy. Jon Dietz brilliantly recaptures the hopes, illusions, fears, suspicions, and disappointments of those tumultuous years. A well-crafted and adroitly balanced account, that tells a compelling story of the Kennedy family. The book is a meaningful reexamination of a national tragedy.

Fallen Prince
— Michael Glass

Consensus is unlikely on who is responsible for the Kennedy assassinations.

However, all who read Jon Dietz's second novel, Fallen Prince, will unanimously agree, Dietz has produced another well-told tale.

The book examines the assassination of President John Kennedy, and five years later, his senator-brother and presidential candidate, Robert Kennedy. The family patriarch, Joseph P. Kennedy, is explored at the outset and ends up outliving three of his four sons. Were the two murders connected in some way?

Fallen Prince is an efficient book, broken into short, fast-paced chapters filled with crisp details. Dietz develops all of his characters, real or created, such that they react and respond as expected in his clever narrative.

Fallen Prince presents evidence and offers a plausible resolution to what happened while contributing to the ongoing debate and controversy surrounding the Kennedy clan.

With Fallen Prince, Dietz wades into one of the most dissected historical events of our time. His first historical novel, Jerusalem Train, delved into a lesser-known historical pivot point, the Russo-Japanese War.
Both are satisfying, wild rides worth the read.

Fallen Prince
—Michael Duranko
Local Tea Co. & GolfToons

I do not typically read a lot of books on a regular basis however after reading this book I felt inclined to write a review for the Fallen Prince written by Jon Dietz.
I found the book to be both intriguing and fascinating. I have always been interested in reading about the Kennedy family and what might have really happened to JFK.

This book takes on a different angle based on the facts surrounding his death. It causes you to pause and rethink what may have really happened. I found it riveting and could not put the book down. It was a page-turner and recommend it highly as it will not disappoint.

Fallen Prince
—Frank Demagistris

"Because the character development early on in this novel is so well done, the little understood and difficult time period of the Russo-Japanese war is no blockade to the thrilling adventure story that is told. The interaction of several lives moves dramatically towards the explosive conclusion! I can't wait for the movie version."

The Jerusalem Train
—Marty Kaufman

“If you like reading a good Grisham novel, and you have a solid understanding of 20th Century U.S. history, you cannot help but delight in the literary espousing of this original allegory. It is an interesting page turner that reminds us that incidents we consider history are seldom a clean line of events but rather a cornucopia of interwoven or even isolated occurrences.

            As the novel concludes, if you believe you are reading fiction, you will be concerned that a unique or at best an interesting ending is not forthcoming. However, if you realize you are reading mostly fact with fiction for flavor, you understand that the Kennedy assassination remains an unsolved enigma and therefore no precise conclusion is possible.

            I did find the book interesting from beginning to end and I would absolutely recommend it to others.”

Fallen Prince
—Wayne Wackowski

"The Fallen Prince delves into the lives of the Kennedy family starting with Joe Kennedy Sr. It tells the story of their misbegotten fortunes and how the actions of the father impacted the lives of both John and Bobby.

Starting in the 1920s It covers the political world and the underworld through the 1960s. It tells how these two worlds were interrelated resulting in the rise of John F Kennedy and the ultimate demise of both he and Bobby. It puts names to the theories surrounding the deaths of both men. 

It also provides an interesting look into what goes on behind the scenes in Washington. 

Jon Dietz is an excellent story teller, which makes this well worth the read."

Fallen Prince
—John McDermott

“A friend mentioned that Jon Dietz had written another book after, “The Jerusalem Train.” It is entitled “Fallen Prince.”

In my mind it explained away the controversy of President Kennedy’s assassination. The author presents what he believes is the true story of the horrible events of 22 November 1963. It combines fictional characters interacting with historical figures. It is easy to read, and I did not want to stop. The longer you read the book, the more that sentiment increases.

The novel offers many iterations. It is history meeting mystery, as only a storyteller can tell it. And Jon does it. He constantly recounts past events, true facts, with real and fictional characters advancing the narrative.

Even though there are many names, it is easy to remember them. They are listed alphabetically in the beginning of the novel.

The core of this book centers around the most important person in this tragedy. Not John F. Kennedy, but his father, Joseph Patrick Kennedy Sr., the architect of the Kennedy dynas.

The author explains how Joseph Patrick Kennedy’s money, ego, and ambition propelled his quest for the Presidency. When political arrogance ended his own dreams of the top job, he channeled all his energies into his namesake, Joseph Patrick Kennedy Jr. WWII killed Joe Jr. and nearly killed John Kennedy. Joe Sr. decided the march must go on regardless of the cost in money or interpersonal relationships.

This book is not what I expected. Nor is it what you probably expect. There are no bedroom tidbits or salacious episodes. It is a faithful retelling of facts and possible scenarios designed to get to the truth.

Reading this book was pure enjoyment. I never wanted to put it down. I don’t think you will either.”

Fallen Prince
—Peggy Gates

On my golf day off, I took the opportunity to finish Fallen Prince. Very entertaining, informative, and completely plausible.

Jon, I really enjoyed the read. Thank you.

Gene C.

Sarasota, Florida