State of Suspense, First Family Series, Book 7

Returning from their anniversary trip, First Lady Sam Holland is immediately plunged into a high-stakes investigation when her friend, U.S. Attorney Tom Forrester, is found murdered. With the FBI circling and eager to take over the politically sensitive case, Sam and her team must race against the clock to uncover the truth behind a crime that grows more unsettling with each new detail. This seventh installment plunges readers directly back into the high-pressure world of political intrigue and police procedure that defines the series.

Force masterfully balances the relentless pace of a murder investigation with the complex dynamics of Sam's life in the White House spotlight. The personal connection to the victim adds a compelling layer of emotional depth, making the hunt for the killer feel intensely personal and raising the stakes significantly. Readers who crave tightly-wound political thrillers with a strong, relatable protagonist at the helm will be completely absorbed from the first page to the last.