First published 1996
When a high-profile political figure is assassinated, lawyer Vincent Wyler finds himself embroiled in a web of deceit, corruption, and deadly secrets. Thrust into a dangerous game of cat and mouse, Wyler must navigate a treacherous landscape of powerful enemies and shifting allegiances to uncover the truth behind the killing. With time running out and his own life on the line, Wyler's relentless pursuit of justice threatens to expose a shocking conspiracy that reaches the highest echelons of power. In a race against the clock, he must risk everything to bring the perpetrators to justice and prevent a catastrophic outcome.
Genres: suspense, mystery, crime, thriller, action, political-thriller
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: cat-and-mouse, conspiracy, high-stakes, race-against-the-clock
Setting: California, Los Angeles
512 pages · Paperback · W. W. Norton & Company
Content warnings: violence