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470 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 1996
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I read this some 15 years ago and it's a must for all lovers of thriller and sinister suspense books.
It really is an adrenaline filled read, starting from the first chapter where Luther, a petty thief, witnesses the POTUS committing murder. Thereon, it's a race to ensure he does not become the next victim.
Absolute Power and The Winner are, undoubtedly, some of Baldacci's best work.
A Virginia Burglar, Luther Whitney(66 - Clint Eastwood in the movie) made a surveillance & break into the Sullivan family's rich home. US President, Alan Richmond(40 - Gene Hackman in the movie) takes drunk Christine Sullivan to her house for sex. From a closet in her house, Luther watches them fight, Alan's slashed with letter opener & Christine's killed by 2 Secret Service men, Tim Collin & Bill Burton. Gloria Russell(37), President Chief of Staff took the "bloodstained" letter opener, Luther escaped with evidence. Could Luther get evidence to Walter Sullivan(husband)?
Movie with Clint Eastwood
Ending song (5:00) - added March 1, 2019
To celebrate the release of David Baldacci’s latest novel The Guilty, we find out more about the American thriller writer whose 30 adult novels have sold more than 110 million copies in more than 80 countries worldwide. Learn which of the author’s books are his personal favorites, and find out what it takes to master the depth of research that sets his works apart from the competition.