Publisher's Synopsis
Bill Rein takes readers on a thrilling journey into the world of the U.S. Secret Service in Shadows of Power, a gripping novel filled with danger, loyalty, and unexpected twists.
The story follows SAIC William Clayton Hughes, a seasoned Secret Service agent, as he prepares for a high-stakes presidential visit to Normandy. What should be a routine security operation quickly becomes a tense and unpredictable mission. A new cemetery dedication, meant to honor fallen soldiers from both sides of World War II, attracts world leaders and their security teams. But beneath the surface, unseen threats are brewing.
As Hughes and his team work tirelessly to ensure the safety of the President, intelligence reports hint at potential trouble. Demonstrators, political agendas, and an unsettling gut feeling keep the agents on high alert. Meanwhile, powerful forces in the shadows-led by Frederich Thavenet and Elizabeth Middlekauff-are planning something far bigger than anyone realizes. Their goal is to shake the world, and Normandy is just the beginning.
With detailed insider knowledge of Secret Service operations, Shadows of Power brings to life the intense planning, split-second decision-making, and unwavering dedication of those who protect the most powerful figures in the world. Readers will feel the tension as Hughes navigates political pressure, shifting threats, and his own instincts to keep the President safe.
This pulse-pounding start to a brand-new series will pull readers deep into a world of covert operations, global stakes, and the men and women who stand between order and chaos. Shadows of Power is just the beginning-there's so much more to come.
