Not bad at all. In fact, I was pleasantly surprised. While the plot may seem straightforward at first glance, it’s anything but predictable. Twists creep in when you least expect them, and before you know it, you’re racing through the pages. What I loved most was the brisk, fast-paced storytelling with short chapters that kept the momentum sharp. The courtroom scenes are absolutely gripping and thank god this is a standalone!
Set against a backdrop of political power plays, The First Gentleman dives deep into themes of corruption, dark money, sabotage, and jealousy. It all begins with two investigative journalists, Garret Wilson and Brea Cooke, working on a book that could explode into a national scandal. Their target was none other than the First Gentleman of the United States, Cole Wright.
Their investigation uncovers a chilling allegation that Cole may have been involved in a sexual assault seventeen years ago during his college days. His date that night, Suzanne Bonanno, mysteriously vanished and was never found. What starts as a search for truth and justice soon spirals into a dangerous political firestorm with death threats, actual deaths, and a relentless attempt to bury the past.
President Madeline Parson Wright, caught between loyalty to her husband and her position as the most powerful woman in the country, is unwavering in her belief in Cole’s innocence. But with every move Garret and Brea make, the stakes get higher and the enemies get deadlier.
The First Gentleman is a tightly wound political thriller that balances suspense with emotional depth. I couldn’t put it down. If you're into political intrigue, courtroom drama, and relentless suspense, this is a must-read. 4 ⭐