Includes a teaser excerpt from Capitol Murder, the third book in the Washington Trilogy!
The first book in Phillip Margolin's New York Times bestselling Washington Trilogy, a powerful tale of murder that snakes its way through Washington, D.C.'s halls of power, leading straight to the White House and the most powerful office on earth.
When private detective Dana Cutler is hired by an attorney with powerful political connections, the assignment seems simple enough: follow a pretty college student named Charlotte Walsh and report on where she goes and whom she sees. But then the unexpected happens. One night, Cutler follows Walsh to a secret meeting with Christopher Farrington, the president of the United States. The following morning, Walsh's dead body shows up and Cutler has to run for her life.
In Oregon, Brad Miller, a junior associate in a huge law firm is working on the appeal of a convicted serial killer. Clarence Little, now on death row, claims he was framed for the murder of a teenager who, at the time of her death, worked for the then governor, Christopher Farrington. Suddenly, a small-time private eye and a fledgling lawyer find themselves in possession of evidence that suggests thatsomeone in the White House is a murderer. Their only problem? Staying alive long enough to prove it.
Executive Privilege, with its nonstop action, unforgettable characters, and edge-of-your-seat suspense, proves once again that Phillip Margolin—whose work has been hailed as ""frighteningly plausible"" (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) and ""twisted and brilliant"" (Chicago Tribune)—belongs in the top echelon of thriller writers.
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"The build up and action of this story kept me riveted all night. I bought this book on a whim and enjoyed every second of reading it. An original plot and strong character leads, made for another book for me to hold on to. I recommend this for anyone who enjoys masterful thriller novels. "
— Brandon (5 out of 5 stars)
“A sexy summer read—the perfect way to spend an afternoon. Mixing crime and politics may make for a bad career, but it sure as hell makes for some good reading.”
— Cosmopolitan“Just the kind of sizzling mystery needed for [a] long, hot summer. Margolin is the master of the successful suspense mystery. He gives you liberal doses of danger and evil villains, and keeps the action moving. Believable characters and compelling writing…another exciting trip through one of Margolin’s fast-paced plots.”
— Associated Press“Margolin’s most absorbing and richly textured to date.”
— Oregonian“Ace suspense writer Margolin pulls it off beautifully, with the help of narrator Jonathan Davis, who is the perfect choice to cool off a hot concept and make it human.”
— Publishers Weekly" Well, this was not one of Margolin's best efforts. I had the killer figured out within the first 3 chapters. I read the whole thing figuring I must be wrong and waiting for the big twist. It never came. *sigh* And the end, the VERY end, was extremely anticlimactic. Overall, it was still a good read, but I look forward to the next one with hopes for improvement. (Gone, But Not Forgotten remains one of my favorites of all time) "
— Lorie, 2/18/2014" Predictable and unimaginative. But is was free on Amazon so worth the time I guess. "
— David, 2/18/2014" I love this guys books. They are take place in Portland area and compelling mysteries. This one is great becuase it has a political angle as well. "
— Erin, 2/17/2014" This was a great book, the blood and gore precluded me from giving it five stars. The pace is terrific. Characters are a little shallow. The author keeps you guessing until the surprise ending. "
— Una, 2/12/2014" Read it a long time ago and it was a page turner. Ready to read the sequel for a fun summer read. "
— Alison, 2/11/2014" beach read....someone gave it to me In my way out of town....fun enough to keep me turning pages "
— Billie, 2/1/2014" A fast paced thriller of murder and mayhem that takes you straight to the White House. Lots of twists and turns before you find out who the serial killer is and a surprise ending. Held my interesting, Margolin did a great job. "
— Loretta, 1/15/2014" A good thrilling read. A lot of plot twists and I didn't see the ending happening! "
— Jenn, 1/14/2014" I would give this 3 1/2 stars, this book kept my attention throughout a day spent riding out the blizzard. It had enough action to keep my attention and and the pages turning. "
— Chris, 1/2/2014" Very interesting fast paced book...I couldn't put it down. "
— Elaine, 12/28/2013" Typical airplane or beach book, which is just what I was looking for. Kind of predictable, but there is a twist at the end. "
— Kathryn, 12/18/2013" This is the first book I've read by Phillip Margolin. I like this one a lot and will read more of his work. This book doesn't let up. A good one! "
— Graham, 12/16/2013" I thought it was a good mystery. Chapters 48 and 49 had me rolling my eyes. Especially chapter 48. It just seemed like Dana's story was wrapped up with a big shiny bow in a few rushed pages. Despite that, I enjoyed the book very much. "
— Stephanie, 12/4/2013" Entertaining, if highly improbable, plot. I did really enjoy meeting P.I. Dana Cutler, and look forward to reading more of her story. "
— D.B., 11/27/2013" Interesting read about the indiscretions of the President of the United States and his first lady. "
— Kathy, 11/25/2013" Another Kindle Bookbub freebie read on vacation. Interesting story. Figured out the ending close to the end so still was fun to read. "
— Maryjo, 10/11/2013" Good book, fast paced, lots of twists. This would make a great movie. I may have to read some of his other books. "
— Teresa, 10/4/2013" This was my first Margolin book, and it kept me reading well into the night. It isn't really a legal thriller, political thriller, or an action thriller, just a good solid interesting story with a tiny touch of romance thrown in for good measure. "
— Cathy, 8/5/2013" A good action mystery that catches you at the end. "
— Julie, 5/11/2013" I liked the characters, but plot was a little far fetched. It read very fast & was entertaing just kind of hard to believe. "
— Kirk, 4/20/2013" i absolutely loved this book. one of my first free nook books. i will def read more of margolins novels. fast read. love the dana cutler character, too, "
— Cathi, 8/11/2012" This was a free book on Kindle and who knew? I loved it and read it - and recommended it. Difficult to put down. "
— Mo, 2/22/2012" I enjoyed this book. Dana Cutler is the PI who uncovers the President boinking young girls and they are subsequently murdered by a serial killer. I did guess the ending very early in the story but then the author can't be held responsible for bright readers! "
— Joy, 1/11/2012" Absolutely fabulous from beginning to end! One of his best works by far. This is an excellent suspense thriller. 10 of 10 stars "
— Tim, 11/11/2011" A decent thriller with engaging characters - quick, entertaining read. "
— Jessica, 9/5/2011" This was a better than average mystery, and kept the pace going well. "
— Toledo, 7/12/2011" Hard to put down, fast reading. A bit implausible, but yet exciting. "
— Mary, 6/12/2011" Read on my Nook E-reader "
— Bj, 3/20/2011" Good story with interesting twists and suspense. "
— Avary, 2/18/2011" A decent thriller with engaging characters - quick, entertaining read. "
— Jessica, 1/13/2011" Fast book to read. Very predictable. I had the killer figured out by the middle of the book. This is the first book I've read by Phillip Margolin, not sure I'd read anything else of this author. "
— Vicki, 1/1/2011" A quick, mindless read. Okay action, transparent plot, very weak ending. This passed some time but won't stay with me. "
— Belinda, 12/31/2010" Great book for a quick fast paced read. Fun storyline...the President of the United States could possibly be a serial murderer.... "
— Rachel, 12/16/2010" Airport books aren't worth the trouble. "
— Marcy, 11/14/2010" Fantastic book and I am cuurently reading the sequil Supream Justice "
— Marta, 10/17/2010" I enjoyed this book. Dana Cutler is the PI who uncovers the President boinking young girls and they are subsequently murdered by a serial killer. I did guess the ending very early in the story but then the author can't be held responsible for bright readers! "
— Joy, 10/3/2010" I thought this was a great book. Couldn't put it down "
— Sue, 9/21/2010" Set up an exciting murder mystery with some complex, interesting characgters engaged in a political conspiracy covering up a president's sexual entanglements. Humorous (in the beginning) exciting, winding down to predictable ending but a fun listen on audio books. "
— Mom, 9/15/2010" Margolin can flat out write a great legal thriller that holds your interest - this one involves the President of the United States, the First Lady and a couple of serial killers. "
— Glenn, 9/12/2010Phillip Margolin has written over twenty novels, most of them New York Times bestsellers. He is a recipient of the Distinguished Northwest Writer Award. In addition to being a novelist, he was a long-time criminal defense attorney with decades of trial experience, including a large number of capital cases.
Jonathan Davis has been inducted into the Audible Narrator Hall of Fame. A three-time recipient and fourteen-time nominee of the Audie Award, he has earned accolades for his narration from the New York Times, Publishers Weekly, the American Library Association, Booklist, the Audio Publishers Association, AudioFile magazine, and USA Today. He has narrated a variety of bestsellers and award-winners for top publishing houses. He also narrated over forty titles of the Star Wars franchise for Lucasfilm Ltd./PRH Audio, including several iconic movie tie-ins, has participated with Star Wars Celebration, and has built a significant fan base. His work as a narrator includes films and programming for National Geographic Television, NOVA, PBS, VH1, and Francis Ford Coppola. He grew up in Puerto Rico and speaks Spanish, Portuguese, and Hebrew.