Absolute Power

Set at the heart of political power in Washington DC, Absolute Power is the book which launched David Baldacci’s career as a worldwide bestseller of thrilling fiction. As adapted to the screen, directed by and starring Clint Eastwood. With an exclusive new introduction from the author. In a heavily guarded mansion in the Virginian countryside, professional burglar and break-in artist Luther Whitney is trapped behind a one-way mirror. What he witnesses destroys his faith not only in justice, but in all he holds dear. What follows is an unthinkable abuse of power and a criminal conspiracy, as a breathtaking cover-up is set in motion by those appointed to work for one of the most important people in the world – the President of the United States. ‘Accomplished and amazing – one of the hottest reads around’ - Daily Mail ‘Baldacci’s prose is fluent and amazing’ - The Times ‘A high-octane legal thriller. An almost Shakespearean study in the nature of evil – horror in its purest form’ - The Spectator ********** KILLER TWISTS. HEROES TO BELIEVE IN. TRUST BALDACCI. 'Baldacci is the master' – Jeffrey Archer ‘One of the world’s thriller masters’ – Daily Mail ‘Baldacci is still peerless’ – Sunday Times ‘One of the all-time best thriller authors’ – Lisa Gardner ‘Baldacci delivers, every time!’ – Lisa Scottoline ‘A master storyteller’ – Associated Press ‘Baldacci cuts everyone’s grass – Grisham’s, Ludlum’s, even Patricia Cornwell’s – and more than gets away with it’ – People

Set at the heart of political power in Washington DC, Absolute Power is the book which launched David Baldacci’s career as a worldwide bestseller of thrilling fiction. As adapted to the screen, directed by and starring Clint Eastwood. With an exclusive new introduction from the author. In a heavily guarded mansion in the Virginian countryside, professional burglar and break-in artist Luther Whitney is trapped behind a one-way mirror. What he witnesses destroys his faith not only in justice, but in all he holds dear. What follows is an unthinkable abuse of power and a criminal conspiracy, as a breathtaking cover-up is set in motion by those appointed to work for one of the most important people in the world – the President of the United States. ‘Accomplished and amazing – one of the hottest reads around’ - Daily Mail ‘Baldacci’s prose is fluent and amazing’ - The Times ‘A high-octane legal thriller. An almost Shakespearean study in the nature of evil – horror in its purest form’ - The Spectator ********** KILLER TWISTS. HEROES TO BELIEVE IN. TRUST BALDACCI. 'Baldacci is the master' – Jeffrey Archer ‘One of the world’s thriller masters’ – Daily Mail ‘Baldacci is still peerless’ – Sunday Times ‘One of the all-time best thriller authors’ – Lisa Gardner ‘Baldacci delivers, every time!’ – Lisa Scottoline ‘A master storyteller’ – Associated Press ‘Baldacci cuts everyone’s grass – Grisham’s, Ludlum’s, even Patricia Cornwell’s – and more than gets away with it’ – People

When a routine burglary in an elegant upscale Virginia mansion goes awry career thief Luther Whitney finds himself witness to a brutal murder involving none other than Alan Richmond the youthful charming and thoroughly corrupt President of the United States. Torn between fear for his life and devotion to his family and country Luther must make a decision that will change not only his own destiny but the destiny of the world as we know it. Based on the best-selling thriller by David Baldacci described as relentlessly entertaining by EThe Atlanta Journal & ConstitutionE William Goldman's screenplay captures the paranoia greed and corruption of politics through the ages and around the world.

When a routine burglary in an elegant upscale Virginia mansion goes awry career thief Luther Whitney finds himself witness to a brutal murder involving none other than Alan Richmond the youthful charming and thoroughly corrupt President of the United States. Torn between fear for his life and devotion to his family and country Luther must make a decision that will change not only his own destiny but the destiny of the world as we know it. Based on the best-selling thriller by David Baldacci described as relentlessly entertaining by EThe Atlanta Journal & ConstitutionE William Goldman's screenplay captures the paranoia greed and corruption of politics through the ages and around the world.