State of Affairs

By: Marie Force

Narrated by: Eva Kaminsky

The phone call that changed their lives forever....

Minutes after Vice President Nick Cappuano and Lt. Sam Holland get the call that President Nelson has been found dead in the residence on Thanksgiving, they’re still processing that Nick has been asked to come to the White House to take the oath of office.

As they go through the motions to ensure a peaceful transition of power, Sam has a million and one concerns about her husband, her family, the Nelson family, the country, and the enormity of what Nick is about to take on. In the back of her mind is another major concern: What does this mean for my job? No other first lady in history has held a job outside the White House, but she’s determined to be the first, to blaze new trails for those who will follow her.

However, in order to do that, she quickly realizes that compromises will have to be made to continue working as a Homicide detective. Their lives become an immediate firestorm of meetings, requests for interviews, difficult questions from their children, and a host of potential landmines to navigate as they make the transition from second family to first family. An unexpected issue with a diplomatic trip to Iran quickly thrusts Nick into the thick of his new responsibilities while Sam confronts a murder investigation that may have ties to a cold case from 15 years ago.

As everything around them spins out of control, Sam and Nick take refuge with each other, relying on their unbreakable bond to see them through the storm.

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Outstanding story and narration

I couldn’t wait to dive in to the first book in Nick and Sam’s newest journey. This was a great book and one that I listened to in one go. I couldn’t out it on hold not for a minute. I just had to know what was going to happen. The narrator Eve Kaminsky did a great job bringing the story to life for me.

It was so great to be back in the world of Nick and Sam, their family and friends, it really is like coming home when I read these books. Nick and Sam are so well suited to each other and their love continues to grow whilst living complicated and at times dangerous lives. 

Ms.Force delivered a story that had me on an tender hooks with twists and turns that left me reeling as Nick and Sam faced a life altering event. Not only that but the heat and sizzle between Nick and Sam was intense as always.

You will be drawn into this story, you cannot help yourself, such is the skill of Ms. Force you cannot help but become invested in all of the characters. I always love catching up with Sam, Nick, Scotty, The Littles and their extended family. 

New series off to a great start!

With President Nelson’s unexpected death, Nick Cappuano has suddenly become the President. State of Affairs focuses on how the Cappuanos are navigating this new chapter of their lives amid the chaos.

I enjoyed seeing the Cappuanos navigating this significant life change and settling into the White House with the help of their friends and family. Old and new characters intermingle for this best of both worlds start to the new series. Amid all of the chaos, Sam and Nick work together to make sure they remain focused on what's important to them.

Narrator Eva Kaminsky does an excellent job. She deftly voices Sam’s uncertainty and determination to do it all — be a wife, mom, homicide detective, and First Lady.

With this entertaining, fast paced story, the First Family series is off to a great start!

As always - a fantastic story

I would listen to this series and narrator every day if I could. Love this family!!
Netflix needs to seriously consider both this and the “Fatal” series for production.

Mr. President

Wow! What a fantastic story! I loved every minute and I can't wait for the next book about Nick and Sam. As usual, Eva Kaminsky brings everyone to life for me. Thank you, Marie Force, for writing such wonderful books.

Perfect!

There is only one word for this book, AMAZING! I am always excited about a new book from this author. Each story is a new adventure for Sam, Nick, and the rest of the characters but this time it takes a whole new turn.
Sam has a new case and she is also working on an old case that got lost in the shuffle or the detective at the time didn't want to take the time to solve it. But as usual, Sam and her team will do all they can to help the victim's families in any way they can.
This story is full of twists and turns as Sam & Nick navigate this turn in their lives and what it will mean for their family and friends.
I was not expecting that ending and can not wait for the next one. I will always be wanting more from this power couple. Thank you, author Marie Force for writing the Fatal Series and I am so glad I found it and you.