Absolute Power
 

Absolute Power

by David Baldacci

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 president, his mistress, and a coverup orchestrated by his zealously loyal chief of staff and the Secret Service. Unbeknownst to the president and his lackeys, one unlikely witness saw everything. Soon to be a major... (read more)

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paperwoman
  • Rated 5 stars

What happens when the first citizen of a state ( in this case America) abuses his power and commits a murder? And what if the only witness is a innocent burglar who happens to be at the wrong place at the wrong time? A dramatic, suspense ridden book from baldacci where those highest in power would do anything in order to escape conviction and an innocent man's fight against the Goliath government.

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Manoj
  • Rated 1 stars

this book is too good...david baldacci s simply awesome...such a fast page turner ...hats off

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  • Rated 3.843666 stars
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  • Rated 4 stars
 

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  • Paul M

    paul m said:

    David, I haven't read this book BUT [my opinion!!] Clint Eastwood gave one of his best performances as Luther (the thief) in the film which was shown on UK television last night.

    posted Monday, March 17 2008
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