• Absolute Power

  • By: David Baldacci
  • Narrated by: Scott Brick
  • Length: 19 hrs and 4 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (6,377 ratings)

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Absolute Power

By: David Baldacci
Narrated by: Scott Brick
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Publisher's summary

Available for the first time in audio, an all-new recording by Scott Brick of the first of the blockbuster thrillers by New York Times best-selling author David Baldacci. This book that will change the way you think about Washington—and power—forever.

In a heavily guarded mansion in a posh Virginia suburb, a man and a woman start to make love, trapping a burglar behind a secret wall. Then the passion turns deadly, and the witness is running into the night—because what he has just seen is a brutal slaying involving the president of the United States.

Luther Whitney is the career break-in artist who's in the wrong place at the wrong time. Alan Richmond is the charming U.S. president with the power to commit any crime. And Jack Graham is the young attorney caught in a vortex between absolute truth and... ABSOLUTE POWER.

©1996 Columbus Rose, Ltd. (P)2009 Hachette Audio

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"[A] first-rate storyteller who grabs readers by their lapels right away and won't let go until they've finished his enthralling yarn." (Publishers Weekly)

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OUTSTANDING!!!

There is ONLY one thing wrong with this book is that it ENDED!!!! It did end at good place but I wish it had gone on & on & on!

Great characters, great story, & and an excellent read by Scott Brick! No deed to say more BUT give it a try....!

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Wow

Great book! While we saw the movie years ago, this book captured your attention from moment one. The level of detail and intrigue made me anxious as to when I would have the opportunity to get back and listen again! I hated to stop! Sorry it is over, Baldacci never lets you down.

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Fantastic

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Really liked this book. Author does not waste time talking about obvious conflicts the main is likely having.

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Rich of characters and details

What did you like best about this story?

It's not a shallow story. It goes deep into the characters (yet, not all of them) and keeps you interested.

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It is definitely a nice book to listen to. Scott Brick is an amazing narrator. It's my first book of Baldacci and I never saw the movie and if this is his first book, then the rest are definitely greater and I can't wait to check. A slightly less "cheesy" details and this books is close to being perfect.

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Wow

What a storyline, this book was a little slow in starting and then I was riveted to it, wow just could not believe it, it's fast paced, the storyline is gripping the end chapters just grab you...The narration is great...very thought provoking even if unimaginable......

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Fabulous!

What did you love best about Absolute Power?

Very well written and exceptionally well read by Scott Brick.
This is the book sets a new reference standard for Baldacci and Brick.

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Riveting!!!

Another excellent Baldacci book!! On the edge the whole time! Narration was perfect! A must read/listen.

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A Great Diversion

There are some leaders who believe they are above the law and they are the most dangerous. A riveting read for a holiday.

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POR ESO ES QUE LO LLEVARON AL CINE...UNA HISTORIA

Would you consider the audio edition of Absolute Power to be better than the print version?

SON DOS MEDIOS DIFERENTES, UNO ES LECTURA MIENTRAS QUE EL OTRO ES AUDIO

What did you like best about this story?

TODO "ABSOLUTAMENTE"

Which character – as performed by Scott Brick – was your favorite?

THE PRESIDENT...AN IDIOT W POWER...SCOTT IS GREAT

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

I DO NOT NEED

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Six Stars - Best Thriller Ever

I have read most of the Lee Child, John Sanford, Harlan Coben books and none of those books tops this story. Normally books take an hour or more to get you excited. This story grabs you from the beginning and doesn't let go. There are multiple twists and turns to the story that keep you on the edge of your seat. The narrator, Scott Brick is at his best. If you can't deal with a high anxiety book - wondering what is going to happen. This may not be for you - But for all the rest - download this book - you will not be disappointed.

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