Aspiring attorney Alex Westcott is ready to begin a new chapter in his life. After settling in quiet Old Town Alexandria with his wife and two children, he's happy to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city to focus on his family and furthering his career.
But all it takes is a visit to an exhibit on the New World Order at Dumbarton Oaks, and Alex's world is turned upside down. There, he is inexplicably drawn to a beautiful young intern-one who could mean the undoing of his marriage, his relationship with his children, and his employment status.
Meanwhile, a series of mysterious events has the young attorney questioning everything (and everyone) he has ever known. Trusted colleagues and friends become suspects in a complex web of conspiracies as Alex works to uncover hidden truths about the people he had believed in most.
This gripping political thriller combines historical and legal accuracy with unpredictable twists and turns, making for a roller coaster ride of suspense in the vein of John Grisham or Richard Patterson.
About the Author: Michael Balian was born in Fort Campbell, Kentucky, and raised in Michigan. He received a degree in international affairs from George Washington University, then went on to attend the University of Detroit School of Law.
He is licensed to practice law in Michigan and Washington, DC, and has been actively practicing since his admission into the Bar Association.
An adventurous spirit, Michael has his pilot's license and has traveled extensively around the world. He has always enjoyed politics and is especially fascinated with Abraham Lincoln-a fact he attributes to being born in Kentucky on Lincoln's birthday.
He recently published his debut novel, Deception of Lies, and is finishing up a second novel that will be available in the fall of 2014.
