Is the first lady trying to overthrow the president? Award-winning writer Kathleen Antrim's fictional response to this shocking premise is at the heart of her chillingly convincing political thriller, CAPITAL OFFENSE.

 

The Buzz About Antrim's Writing

"Kathleen Antrim combines political intrigue, murder and relentless suspense in CAPITAL OFFENSE. The characters are tightly drawn, the political backdrop is realistically shown and the plot hurtles forward at warp speed. Plan to stay up late. Highly recommended."
-- Sheldon Siegel, New York Times best Selling Author of FINAL VERDICT.

"You got the book in my hand at BEA-when I first said, 'No.' Then I read it. And now I'll order it and make it a shelf talker. GREAT READ!"
-- Meredith Schreiber, POWELLS"S CITY OF BOOKS.

"A political thriller with a razors edge . . . The First Lady plotting to take over the country? You won't put it down--lots of fun!"
--John Saul, Author of 30 straight New York Times Best Sellers.

"The best kind of novel . . . fast-paced, spellbinding and complex with a heavy dose of reality. Socially and politically relevant, CAPITAL OFFENSE proves Kathleen Antrim has the heart of an investigative journalist with the adroit touch of a master novelist . . . A STUNNING DEBUT."
--Scott McKibben, Publisher, SAN FRANCISCO EXAMINER..

"I couldn't put CAPITAL OFFENSE down! I was surprised by the ending (a good thing) and loved how Antrim finished it. I can see why people are loving it!"
--Lynn Carey, Book Club Columnist, CONTRA COSTA TIMES.

"THE WEST WING meets LAW AND ORDER in CAPITAL OFFENSE. . . This intrigue filled tale has it all . . . riveting characters, a powerful plot . . .and the ultimate in payback by a scorned First Lady. CAPITAL OFFENSE more than delivers the goods."
--Laura Taylor, Award-winning Author of 22 Novels including the acclaimed Honorbound.

"Kathleen Antrim's first novel has it all: Lust, Power, Politics, Betrayal. Antrim is an author on the rise."
--Elizabeth Engstrom, Author of Suspicions.

"Fast-paced fun and full of interesting insights into the darker side of American politics. Shines a light on the difficult role of political women and the manipulation of the press.."
--Susan Mayall, 22 years as the Owner of the GOODENOUGH BOOKSTORE (Capital Offense became their Number 1 Bestseller).

"Is it reality or fiction? As with real politics it is difficult to know who is masterminding the dirty tricks (and worse!), and who will come out on top. Immensely enjoyable; I finished it in one sitting."
--Diane Van Tassell, Co-Owner of BAY BOOKS, Concord and San Ramon.

"CAPITAL OFFENSE has broken ALL SALES RECORDS at Towne Center Books. We've sold over 280 copies! This thought provoking page turner has all the ear marks of a bestseller."
--Judy Wheeler, Director of Sales & Marketing for BOOKPEOPLE,
Owner of TOWNE CENTER BOOKS, Pleasanton.

"CAPITAL OFFENSE is one of my favorite books in a long time. It is a well-written political thriller page-turner with a great plot and rich characters. Fans of David Baldacci and John Grisham will love it."
--Tom Ahern, Owner, LATITUTE 33 BOOKSHOP.

"CAPITAL OFFENSE is terrific! What fun! I'm not a huge pop-fiction reader, but Ms. Antrim's book is smart, fast and one helluva lot of fun to plow through."
-- Sunny Solomon, BONANZA BOOKS.