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The President Is Missing by Bill Clinton and James Patterson is a political thriller that delves into the high stakes decision-making, backstabbing politics, and betrayal within the White House. Set in real-time over three days, the novel provides a dramatic insight into the inner workings of the government. The book combines Bill Clinton's insider knowledge and perspective with James Patterson's well-honed storytelling craft, resulting in a gripping and authentic thriller that could potentially happen in real life.

The writing style of The President Is Missing is described as lively, quick, and engaging, making it a page-turner that holds the reader's attention throughout. With a mix of mystery, politics, and thriller elements, the novel keeps readers on the edge of their seats as they navigate through the White House's day-to-day life, political intrigue, and high-stakes scenarios.

Characters:

Characterization features a central, multifaceted President and a cast of strong secondary characters, including influential women in political roles.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style mixes Clinton's political insights with Patterson's action-driven narrative, resulting in distinct tonal shifts throughout the book.

Plot/Storyline:

The storyline revolves around a President facing an urgent health crisis and a looming cyber threat that could cripple the nation, creating a high-stakes environment of political maneuvering and national security.

Setting:

The setting situates itself within the White House, during a fictional yet plausible crisis that resonates with real-world political dynamics.

Pacing:

The pacing initially starts off leisurely, but picks up to create suspense as the story transitions towards higher stakes and rapid developments.
The sharks are circling, their nostrils twitching at the scent of blood. Thirteen of them, to be exact, eight from the opposition party and five from mine, sharks against whom I’ve been preparing defe...

Notes:

The book is co-authored by former President Bill Clinton and bestselling author James Patterson.
It is a political thriller that deals with a cyber security crisis threatening the United States.
The story begins with the President facing a health crisis while dealing with a national emergency.
The plot revolves around a virus implanted in U.S. systems, set to activate on a specific date.
The president goes missing amidst a looming impeachment hearing and must navigate various threats.
The narrative is told over three days, adding a real-time urgency to the story.
There are many strong female characters in the book, including a female assassin and high-level officials.
The book includes realistic details about life in the White House and national security.
It explores themes of political intrigue, cyber terrorism, and ethical dilemmas in governance.
Some readers felt the plot was predictable and clichéd but still found it entertaining.
The book has both serious and lighter moments, highlighting the duality of political thrillers.

From The Publisher:

The blockbuster bestseller is an "undeniably gripping ride through the hidden passageways of power and politics" that "moves like Air Force One" (Michael Connelly). With an exclusive peek at the authors' next thriller, The President's Daughter.

The President Is Missing confronts a threat so huge that it jeopardizes not just Pennsylvania Avenue and Wall Street, but all of America. Uncertainty and fear grip the nation. There are whispers of cyberterror and espionage and a traitor in the Cabinet. Even the President himself becomes a suspect, and then he disappears from public view . . .

Set over the course of three days, The President Is Missing sheds a stunning light upon the inner workings and vulnerabilities of our nation. Filled with information that only a former commander in chief could know, this is the most authentic, terrifying novel to come along in many years.

#1 New York Times bestseller

#1 USA Today bestseller

#1 Wall Street Journal bestseller

#1 Indie bestseller

"President Duncan for a second term!" - USA Today

"This book's a big one." - New York Times

"Towers above most political thrillers." - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

"The plotting is immaculate . . . the writing is taut." - Sunday Times (London)

"Ambitious and wildly readable." - New York Times Book Review

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About the Author:

Bill Clinton was elected president of the United States in 1992 and served two terms. After leaving the White House, he established the Clinton Foundation, which helps improve global health, increase opportunity for girls and women, reduce childhood obesity and preventable diseases, create economic opportunity and growth, and address the effects of climate change. He is the author of a number of non-fiction works, including My Life, which was a number one international bestseller. With James Patterson, he is co-author of the number one international bestselling novel The President is Missing. JAMES PATTERSON is one of the best-known and biggest-selling writers of all time. His books have sold in excess of 400 million copies worldwide. He is the author of some of the most popular series of the past two decades - the Alex Cross, Women's Murder Club, Detective Michael Bennett and Private novels - and he has written many other number one bestsellers including stand-alone thrillers and non-fiction. James is passionate about encouraging children to read. Inspired by his own son who was a reluctant reader, he also writes a range of books for young readers including the Middle School, Dog Diaries, Treasure Hunters and Max Einstein series. James has donated millions in grants to independent bookshops and has been the most borrowed author in UK libraries for the past thirteen years in a row. He lives in Florida with his family.

 
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