When Michael Garrick, a young lawyer serving in the White House Counsel's Office, begins a relationship with Nora Hartson, the President's daughter, his life changes overnight. Protected by the Secret Service and constantly under public scrutiny, Nora lives in a world of privilege and danger. After the couple accidentally witnesses a shocking event, Michael is drawn into a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of the U.S. government. Forced to question everyone around him, he must uncover the truth before powerful figures silence him forever. Blending legal suspense with political intrigue, the novel delivers a fast-paced thriller filled with twists and high-stakes action.

Brad Meltzer

The First Counsel