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

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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