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Absolute Power is a murky adult novel which accompanies the readers deep down the world of filthy politics, neck-deep corruption, insatiable libido, ingenious machinations and all other shenanigans related to power. Summary Of The Book A professional burglar, Luther Whitney unwittingly becomes witness to a brutal murder of a super moneyed man’s wife involving the President of the United States. He is now entrapped into the heinous crime by the President’s machinery. His daughter’s ex-flame comes to his rescue. So, will he be able to escape the sinister designs? Will the truth be unearthed? The readers have to get to the very end to solve these devious puzzles. The book’s unmatched excitement quotient is what glues the readers till the climax. David Baldacci lucidly conveys the fact that the unstoppable vortex of power is the breeding ground for all types of immoral activities. Absolute Power is David Baldacci’s first novel. In 1997 the book has been adapted into a movie of the same name starring famous actor, director, and producer Clint Eastwood. About David Baldacci David Baldacci was born in the year 1960 in Virginia, USA.  Before becoming a full time author he used to be an attorney. When he was a student, he was fond of writing short stories during his spare time. Apart from Absolute Power, David Baldacci has authored several other books; some of them are French Fries: The Adventures of Silas Finklebean, Stone Cold, Total Control, The Simple Truth, Simple Genius, Last Man Standing, Freddy and the French Fries: Fries Alive!, The Camel Club (Camel Club, #1)  etc. He has also penned screenplays at the starting of his career. Baldacci has recently composed Day of Doom as his contribution to the popular series known as 39 Clues. David Baldacci employs a writing style that entices his readers into a thrilling, passionate and stimulating journey. His adrenaline-stirring novels are heady cocktails of varied strong emotions. Baldacci was educated at Virginia Commonwealth University and University of Virginia. He has two bachelor degrees, one in Law and the other one in Political Science. He regularly participates in charity events to raise money and awareness; through his own foundation named Wish You Well Foundation he aims to make a difference by helping those in need. A father of two, the author is married to Michelle Baldacci.