From the Back Cover:
"A decade ago, fourteen-year-old Suzanne Lombard, the daughter of Benjamin Lombard—then a senator, now a powerful vice president running for the presidency—disappeared in the most sensational missing-person case in the nation’s history. Still unsolved, the mystery remains a national obsession.
For legendary hacker and marine Gibson Vaughn, the case is personal—Suzanne Lombard had been like a sister to him. On the tenth anniversary of her disappearance, the former head of Benjamin Lombard’s security asks for Gibson’s help in a covert investigation of the case, with new evidence in hand.
Haunted by tragic memories, he jumps at the chance to uncover what happened all those years ago. Using his military and technical prowess, he soon discovers multiple conspiracies surrounding the Lombard family—and he encounters powerful, ruthless political players who will do anything to silence him and his team. With new information surfacing that could threaten Lombard’s bid for the presidency, Gibson must stay one step ahead as he navigates a dangerous web to get to the truth."
What I Thought:
The Similes and Metaphors. The author's writing was easy to read and chock full of unique similes and metaphors. He brought a vividness to his description that I appreciated.
Gibson. The protagonist is an interesting character. He has a unique past. He has definite motivation to solve the case. He is a good guy. He doesn't let his bitterness invade his life. He doesn't go crazy for revenge. He is a genuinely good guy, and I love his diner obsession!
Knowledge. The author seems to have done his research. He sounds very knowledgeable about law enforcement, politics, black ops, hacking.
Compelling Story. The plot has good pacing and enough complications to keep it interesting. At times I felt like I knew where the story would end, but I was wrong. The ending left room for another book while still feeling resolved.
It reminded me of Scandal, one of my recent Netflix binging obsessions.
I really liked this book (I mean, it reminded me of Scandal, need I say more?). I will definitely read the next book in the series and I recommend the book to anyone interested in political-intrigue-thriller-type books (especially if you like Scandal).
Have you read this book? What did you think?
