Absolute Power: The very first iconic thriller from the number one bestseller

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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.

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Accomplished and amazing one of the hottest reads around * Daily Mail *
Baldaccis prose is fluent and amazing . . . this book is sure to make a killing * The Times *
A high-octane legal thriller. An almost Shakespearean study in the nature of evil horror in its purest form * The Spectator *

Author Bio

David Baldacci is one of the world's bestselling and favourite thriller writers. A former trial lawyer with a keen interest in world politics, he has specialist knowledge in the US political system and intelligence services, and his first book, Absolute Power, became an instant international bestseller, with the movie starring Clint Eastwood a major box office hit. He has since written more than forty bestsellers featuring, most recently, Amos Decker, Aloysius Archer, Atlee Pine and John Puller. David is also the co-founder, along with his wife, of the Wish You Well Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting literacy efforts across the US. Killer twists. Heroes to believe in. Trust Baldacci.