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From the #1 bestselling authors Hillary Clinton and Louise Penny comes a novel of unsurpassed thrills and incomparable insider expertise—State of Terror.After a tumultuous period in American politics, a new administration has just been sworn in, and to everyone’s surprise the president chooses a political enemy for the vital position of secretary of state. There is no love lost between the president of the United States and Ellen Adams, his new secretary of state. But it’s a canny move on the part of the president. With this appointment, he silences one of his harshest critics, since taking the job means Adams must step down as head of her multinational media conglomerate. As the new president addresses Congress for the first time, with Secretary Adams in attendance, Anahita Dahir, a young foreign service officer (FSO) on the Pakistan desk at the State Department, receives a baffling text from an anonymous source. Too late, she realizes the message was a hastily coded warning. What begins as a series of apparent terrorist attacks is revealed to be the beginning of an international chess game involving the volatile and Byzantine politics of Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Iran; the race to develop nuclear weapons in the region; the Russian mob; a burgeoning rogue terrorist organization; and an American government set back on its heels in the international arena. As the horrifying scale of the threat becomes clear, Secretary Adams and her team realize it has been carefully planned to take advantage of four years of an American government out of touch with international affairs, out of practice with diplomacy, and out of power in the places where it counts the most. To defeat such an intricate, carefully constructed conspiracy, it will take the skills of a unique team: a passionate young FSO; a dedicated journalist; and a smart, determined, but as yet untested new secretary of state. State of Terror is a unique and utterly compelling international thriller cowritten by Hillary Rodham Clinton, the 67th secretary of state, and Louise Penny, a multiple award-winning #1 New York Times bestselling novelist.

In Louise Penny's gripping political thriller, "State of Terror," the peaceful transition of power in the United States is thrown into chaos when a series of terrorist attacks rocks the nation. As the country reels from the devastation, Secretary of State Ellen Adams finds herself at the center of the storm, tasked with navigating a treacherous political landscape and uncovering the truth behind the attacks.

With the President incapacitated and the Vice President missing, Adams must draw upon all her experience and diplomatic skills to prevent further chaos and restore order. Alongside a team of dedicated agents, she embarks on a dangerous journey to uncover the identities of the masterminds behind the attacks and their ultimate goal.

"State of Terror" is a masterfully crafted tale that weaves together political intrigue, international espionage, and personal drama. Penny's keen eye for detail and her ability to create believable and relatable characters bring the story to life, immersing readers in the heart-pounding action and suspense.

As Adams delves deeper into the investigation, she uncovers a web of corruption and betrayal that reaches the highest levels of government. The line between friend and foe blurs, and she finds herself questioning everything she thought she knew about her colleagues and her own country. With time running out and the stakes higher than ever, Adams must make a choice that could save the nation or plunge it into further chaos.

Penny's exploration of the political landscape and the delicate balance of power is both timely and thought-provoking. She shines a light on the inner workings of government and the challenges faced by those who strive to protect their country from both foreign and domestic threats.

"State of Terror" is a must-read for fans of political thrillers and those seeking a gripping and thought-provoking read. Penny's masterful storytelling and her ability to blend fact and fiction create a chillingly realistic narrative that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page.