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Political Thrillers
The Eleventh Commandment by Jeffrey Archer
The survival of a captured intelligence agency assassin requires cooperation between the President and CIA Director Helen Dexter.

Absolute Power by David Baldacci
While casing a billionaire's mansion, Luther Whitney witnesses the brutal murder of the President's mistress. The cover-up begins immediately, eliminating any and all loose ends, including Luther.

Capitol Threat by William Bernhardt
Newly appointed Senator Ben Kincaid helps a gay Supreme Court nominee implicated in a woman's murder.

The Plan by Stephen J. Cannell
Down-on-his-luck TV reporter Ryan Bolt jumps at the chance to film a documentary about a dark horse presidential candidate, until his shoot uncovers information the man's opponent would kill for.

Debt of Honor by Tom Clancy
A wealthy Japanese industrialist has plans for revenge on America for the death of his parents during WWII. Jack Ryan must employ all his skills to defuse the tensions between America and Japan before something catastrophic occurs.

Deep Background by David Corn
Investigating a presidential assassination, aide Nick Addis faces a decision that threatens his future—and that of his nation.

Separation of Power by Vince Flynn
As newly appointed CIA Director Dr. Irene Kennedy defends herself against an inside plot to destroy her and end the president's term, her best agent, Mitch Rapp, goes after Saddam Hussein.

The Fourth Perimeter by Tim Green
Kurt Ford uncovers evidence that his son, a Secret Service agent, was murdered and that the President of the United States is involved.

The People's Choice by Jeff Greenfield
What would happen if the President-elect of the United States died before the Electoral College voted him in?!

The Abduction by James Grippando
A U.S. attorney general running for president struggles with how to handle the kidnapping of an opponent's granddaughter.

Man of Destiny by Martin L. Gross
After speaking out against corrupt party politics, government waste, and injustice, a newly elected congressman is called upon to run for president—a race his enemies refuse to let him win.

The Kill Zone by David Hagberg
When Kirk McGarvey is named CIA interim director, the occasion activates a 20-year-old Russian plot. The Cold War is over, but McGarvey is still a target for assassination by a brainwashed friend.

The President's Daughter by Jack Higgins
The U.S. president learns that 20 years ago his wartime lover gave birth to his daughter. When she is kidnapped, he must use all of his resources to find her swiftly, and secretly, before she is murdered.

Balance of Power by James Huston
When terrorists attack an American merchant ship and its crew, the President and Congress have conflicting opinions on how to react. All three branches of government collide in the struggle to control the battle at sea.

The Enemy Within by Noel Hynd
Secret Service agent Laura Chapman investigates allegations that suggest that one of her fellow agents is plotting to assassinate the recently elected U.S. President.

The Inside Ring by Michael Lawson
Following an assassination attempt that wounds the president, the Secretary of Homeland Security, who had warned the Secret Service about the attack, initiates an investigation.

The Incumbent by Brian McGrory
Days before the election, journalist Jack Flynn and President Clayton Hutchins are shot. Was it an assassination attempt or a publicity stunt?

The Book of Fate by Brad Meltzer
Eight years after an assassination attempt on the president, things may not quite be what they seem. Wes Holloway needs to decipher an ancient Masonic code that could be the key to explaining the events of that fateful day.

Protect and Defend by Richard North Patterson
When a newly-elected President Kerry Kilcannon nominates a female judge to the Supreme Court, anti-abortion advocates begin digging through the dirty laundry of both the nominee and the president.

State of Emergency by Steve R. Pieczenik
With the President and the vice president out of the country, Secretary of State Barbara Reynolds has 72 hours to prevent four state secessions.

The Threat by David Poyer
Dan Lenson has been promoted to counternarcotics with the White House military staff. He soon finds himself uncovering a drug cartel, terrorists, and a plan to attack America.

Last Rights by Philip Shelby
Rachel Collins of Army CID learns that the death of a retired African American army general eyeing the White House was no accident.

The Run by Stuart Woods
Georgia Senator William Henry Lee IV must fight his way through blackmail, scandal, accusations, and attempted assassinations before beginning his greatest battle: the race for the White House.