Author(s): David Baldacci

SECONDHAND BOOKS | Crime Fiction

Set in Washington D.C., this fascinating thriller of unparalleled suspense dares to explore an unthinkable abuse of power and criminal conspiracy; a vicious murder involving the US President and a cover-up orchestrared by his zealously loyal Chief of Staff and the Secret Service.But, unknown to the President and his lackeys, one unlikely witness saw everything. Trapped behind a two-way mirror in a country house in Maryland, Luther Whitney, a professional burglar, witnesses an event that destroys his faith in justice.By the time he escapes, pursued by two Secret Service agents, a young woman has been sexually assaulted, then shot dead. And a breathtaking cover-up has been set in motion.This riveting debut novel of murder, honor, loyalty and betrayal reaches into the highest echelon of power...and the lowest depth of deception.

2003. A very good copy.