The Hostage

"By Order of the President," the first novel in Griffin's Presidential Agent series, features Charley Castillo of the Department of Homeland Security as he handles a high-stakes and discreet investigation involving a kidnapped diplomat's wife, her murdered husband, and a complex web of international intrigue tied to the UN and Iraq oil-for-food scandal. As the case unfolds, tensions rise with powerful interests willing to resort to violence, putting everyone involved in grave danger. The novel promises a gripping and suspenseful story that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.