Karna Small Bodman

In the Shadows of Brazil, Where Wealth and Crime Collide, Unfolds a Gripping Tale of Intrigue and Survival

The revised story of Checkmate is the first in The White House National Security Series and features young scientist Dr. Cameron Talbot who invents a breakthrough technology to defend against cruise missiles. She needs support from skeptical company officers, funding from a reluctant Congress...

“A truly frightening story with the crystal ring of truth and authenticity; well written, well plotted and as topical as a novel can get.” (Nelson DeMille, New York Times bestselling author) “Not only does Bodman know the White House inside and out, she also knows how to tell a gripping...

"Bodman's hard-won information and sheer storytelling talent make this a book to remember.” (LEE CHILD, #1 worldwide bestselling author of the Jack Reacher series) "Karna Bodman’s Trust But Verify is a riveting page-turner you won’t want to put down!" (CARLA NEGGERS, bestselling author of...