Description
<p>It’s hard to be committed to anyone when you don’t know whom to trust.</p><p>Alexis Toles, a former FBI agent turned undercover CIA agent, is quickly finding that out in Nancy Ann Healy’s newest political thriller, <i>Commitment</i>.</p><p>Alex embeds in a secret organization of intelligence operatives known as The Collaborative. Its partners include operatives from the CIA, National Security Agency, FBI, US Department of Defense, and an entanglement of foreign intelligence agencies.</p><p>It’s about half a year after the death of President John Merrow, a friend and someone she respected. But she remains committed to overthrowing The Collaborative as she works with a onetime adversary who believes the organization’s involved in the president’s death.</p><p>Meanwhile Alex; her wife, Cassidy O’Brien; and Cassidy’s son try hard to live as a family but must first overcome personal struggles, including a nasty custody battle with Cassidy’s ex-husband, Congressman Christopher O’Brien. The family has their own share of secrets that, if unleashed, could affect their hopes for the future.</p><p>There’s no place to turn without discovering people who are not who they claim to be. That can’t stop Alex. She must remain committed to the cause, both at home and as she works against The Collaborative.</p>
Story Behind The Book
Seattle wasn't exactly love at first sight. With the general greenness everywhere, plethora of unfashionable people dotting the landscape and streets whose names illogically disappear when you cross them, it was a bit of a challenge to admire. Then, slowly, I came to appreciate the city's quirkiness. It was, after all, welcoming to someone like me who is known for his quirks. Eventually, I learned to love and was fascinated by this evergreen pasture and just had to write about it.
Reviews
<p>"A little of everything, like tapas for the brain. Short stories are good, novellas are really good. Like being able to run the spectrum of emotions in one book - a satisfying read. " Cary Terra, owner of Terra Therapy.</p>
