Charlie Marder is an unlikely Congressman in 1950s Washington, D.C. Thrust into office after a mysterious death, he and his wife Margaret—a zoologist with her own ambitions—are pulled into a hidden political underworld. A fatal car crash exposes backroom deals, secret societies and a conspiracy that threatens the nation's future.

Sharp period detail and relentless suspense drive the story as Charlie struggles to protect his principles, his career and his life. The novel blends investigative tension with historical atmosphere, making it a strong choice for readers of political conspiracy and suspense.

Published: Little, Brown (2019). Format: Hardcover, 352 pages.

• 1950s Washington setting
• Themes: power, secrecy, political intrigue
• Central characters: Charlie Marder and Margaret

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