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State of Grace, A First Family Novel (First Family Series Book 2) Kindle Edition

by Marie Force (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.7 out of 5 stars (6,169)

Christmas at the White House Wouldn’t be Complete Without a Murder or Two…

The holiday season is under way in Washington, D.C., but Metro Police Lieutenant Sam Holland is busier than ever as she contends with the murder of a well-liked wife, mother and businesswoman found bound, gagged and dead for quite some time inside her minivan, miles from her home. Who could’ve wanted her dead badly enough to make her suffer for days before she died? Sam is determined to close the vexing case before a much-needed vacation with her family, but the universe has other ideas when a second murder—this one someone she knows—has her wondering if the vacation is going to happen.

Meanwhile, Sam’s husband, President Nick Cappuano, deals with the first national tragedy on his watch, forcing him on the record on a contentious issue as he fills the role of comforter-in-chief to a nation reeling from another senseless act of violence. All the while, a custody battle for the twins he and Sam took in after their parents’ murder is looming, casting a dark cloud over everything this holiday season. With chaos swirling all around them, will Sam and Nick be able to pull off a big family Christmas at the White House?

As always, Sam and Nick turn to each other for comfort in the storm that is their life together. Join Sam, Nick, Scotty, Elijah, Aubrey, Alden and Skippy, the First Dog, as they celebrate a Christmas like no other.

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About the Author

Marie Force is the New York Times bestselling author of more than 100 contemporary romance, romantic suspense and erotic romance novels. Her series include Fatal, First Family, Gansett Island, Butler Vermont, Quantum, Treading Water, Miami Nights and Wild Widows. She has also written 12 single titles, with more coming.

Her books have sold 14 million copies worldwide, have been translated into more than a dozen languages and have appeared on the New York Times bestseller list more than 30 times. She is also a USA Today and #1 Wall Street Journal bestseller, as well as a Spiegel bestseller in Germany.

Her goals in life are simple-to spend as much time as possible with her young adult children, to keep writing books for as long as she possibly can and to never be on a flight that makes the news.

Join Marie's mailing list on her website at marieforce.com for news about new books and upcoming appearances in your area. Follow her on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/MarieForceAuthor, Instagram at www.instagram.com/marieforceauthor/ and TikTok at https: //www.tiktok.com/@marieforceauthor?. Contact Marie at marie@marieforce.com.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B091MF3ZR1
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ HTJB, Inc.
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ 21 Dec. 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.6 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 342 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1952793301
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  • Book 2 of 11 ‏ : ‎ First Family Series
  • Best Sellers Rank: 170,107 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
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Marie Force is a New York Times, USA Today, and #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author of contemporary romance, romantic suspense, and erotic romance. Her series include Gansett Island, Fatal, First Family, Wild Widows, Treading Water, Butler Vermont, Quantum and Miami Nights. Her books have sold 15 million copies worldwide, have been translated into more than a dozen languages, and have appeared on the New York Times bestseller list more than 30 times. She lives in Rhode Island with her husband of 30 years as well as two dogs and is the mother of two adult “kids.” who are frequently home to visit, one of them bringing a granddog with her.

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4.7 out of 5 stars
6,169 global ratings

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Customers find this book to be a brilliant addition to the series, with one noting how it gets better with each installment. They appreciate the suspenseful elements, with one review highlighting the blend of intrigue and romance.
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Customers find the book brilliant and thoroughly entertaining, with one customer noting how the series improves with each installment.
Another wonderful read and another nail biting episode in the life of the first family series already looking forward to no 3Read more
A huge Marie Force can and love all her books. This one didn't disappoint....Read more
Wow!! This series just gets better and better, and I'm loving the new mix of Nick's presidential life along with Sam working homicide cases and...Read more
Wow what an amazing story in this ongoing wonderful series. Full of drama and suspense. I loved it. Cannot wait for the next book nowRead more
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Customers enjoy the suspense of the book, with one mentioning it combines intrigue and romance, while another notes how Marie draws readers in.
...Another brilliant chapter to add to sam and Nick Drama Romance. Suspense and oh no we have to wait as a cliff hanger ends the book....Read more
...you need for a really good read, laughter tears and intrigue as well as romance, and will leave you waiting for the next book.Read more
As always it was amazing to catch up with the lives of Sam and Nick....Read more
...A thoroughly entertaining book with lots of laughs and tears. Marie draws you in and you actually feel as though you are friends with Sam and Nick....Read more

Top reviews from United Kingdom

  • Ms. D. M. BOYLE
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful exciting read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 10 January 2022
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    I can honestly say I have never been disappointed with any of Marie Force’s books and State of Grace continues this pattern. A thoroughly entertaining book with lots of laughs and tears. Marie draws you in and you actually feel as though you are friends with Sam and Nick. You only want the best for them as you would your own friends and you feel their pain when they are troubled and you feel great happiness when they do. Please continue writing this great series which keeps all your fans counting the weeks until the next great episode in the lives of the first family.
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  • Mags
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another fantastic addition to the series.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 21 December 2021
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    Wow!! This series just gets better and better, and I'm loving the new mix of Nick's presidential life along with Sam working homicide cases and balancing her role as first lady and mum.

    And State of Grace did not scrimp on the homicide investigation which was as usual on point and utterly compelling. But so was everything else, and at times I was laughing out loud at the banter between Sam and Freddie and crying as Nick deals with a horrific incident that brings gun control to the forefront and breaks Nick and Sam's hearts.

    But of course there was plenty of holiday cheer too as the new first family celebrate their first Christmas in the White House with their family and friends.

    And I was hooked from the very first page to the last. But seriously did it have to end on that bombshell?

    Would definitely recommend.
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  • cath
    5.0 out of 5 stars The ride continues
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 4 January 2022
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    If you haven't already well you need to read the whole of the fatal series to get to this point.
    Another brilliant chapter to add to sam and Nick
    Drama Romance. Suspense and oh no we have to wait as a cliff hanger ends the book.
    So Marie. Many thanks for another great read
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  • smp
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Marie tour de Force’.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 6 January 2022
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    Another excellent novel by Marie. The ongoing story of Sam and Nick Cappuano now as President and First Lady, has everything you need for a really good read, laughter tears and intrigue as well as romance, and will leave you waiting for the next book.
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  • Emma
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wowzers!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 27 December 2021
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    Another incredible book about Sam, Nick and the families! They just keep getting better and better.
    This is by far the best series I have ever read and look forward to each book more and more.
    Thank you Marie for another book to add to my collection.
    Great book and series and highly recommended
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  • Kindle Customer Liz T
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 16 January 2022
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    Marie don't know how you write good books. This series is favourite of mine keep reading again and again lead and get behind the people in the story cannot wait for third book in this series to see what's happens .
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  • TJ
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 17 August 2025
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    Sam and Nick’s story just has you pulled in from page 1.

    I always either laugh or cry with these books. Absolutely love them. You always want the next book straight away with this series.
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  • stravengal
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another winner
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 7 January 2022
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    A huge Marie Force can and love all her books. This one didn't disappoint. As always this book covers families, friendship,love, laughter and the odd murder. What more do you want!
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  • Mamareads
    5.0 out of 5 stars What’s not to love?
    Reviewed in the Netherlands on 8 February 2022
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    I love Sam!!! She is awesome. I am loving the development of her and Nick’s relationship. Great action and plenty of heart warming moments!!!
    Thank you Marie!!! You are the best!
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  • Victoria
    5.0 out of 5 stars ANOTHER OUTSTANDING BOOK......SOOOO GOOD!!!!!💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝
    Reviewed in the United States on 21 December 2021
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    This book was excellent!!! Another outstanding story from a truly masterful storyteller, Marie Force, that holds you enthralled and riveted throughout the entire story!! I loved everything about it! It was so wonderful to be back with Sam and Nick and the whole interesting and loveable cast of characters that make up their extended family. I have always considered the love story between Sam and Nick to be one of the most romantic, beautiful, and heartwarming love stories I have ever read. Their love and caring for each other is just as sweet, swoony, sexy and wonderful to read about in this latest book as it has been throughout their entire relationship. I can't get enough of reading about their deep love and connection to each other and their family and friends! The suspense and action is non-stop, the case plots are intriguing and interesting and, as usual, the cases that Sam has to solve are filled with twists and turns, complex characters, and clues cleverly woven throughout that keep you guessing and riveted to the story.... As always happens to me with a book about Sam and Nick once I started reading it I couldn't put the book down until I was finished. Thank you Marie for the lovely and very satisfying treat you gave us by bringing all of the cast of characters together at the end in a loving and heartfelt celebration of their affection and deep connection to each other! I highly recommend this book.... I enjoyed it immensely and I am sure you will also. Now starts the vigil for the next adventure in the White House and in the lives of all of these very endearing and fascinating characters! 😇
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  • Anna
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
    Reviewed in Brazil on 25 December 2021
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    As always Marie makes me feel a part of her book. It's like I'm a caracter that is participating of her stories.
    Keep the books coming, I can't wait for the next book in this serie.
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  • BIL
    5.0 out of 5 stars Adapting to the new normal
    Reviewed in Canada on 22 December 2021
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    The second book of the First Family, a spin-off series from the Fatal series, is finally here and begins with Sam Holland rushing into a television studio for an interview about the Victims of Violent Crime group initiative - a perfect opening showcasing how Sam is blending her role as a homicide lieutenant with that of the First Lady of the United States

    Sam and Nick’s adjustment, along with their children, to life in the White House continues as they prepare for the Christmas holiday season. Nick is adjusting to the many responsibilities as President while Sam juggles her many roles as mother, police lieutenant and now First Lady. As a lieutenant, Sam, of course, deals with a homicide or two along with the challenges of determining who the murderer is

    Their life is complicated by the pending custody battle their “son” Eli is facing to retain custody of the twins Sam and Nick have taken under their family wing

    You’ll enjoy how Sam and Nick attempt to retain a sense of normal within their new complicated life by keeping their friends a part of their new life while dealing with all the other issues their new normal throws their way

    You’ll love the book, so what are you waiting for - read it now. You won’t be sorry,
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  • Lynette
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best ever
    Reviewed in Australia on 24 December 2021
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    I really tried to read it slowly to stretch it out , just great Marie force is such a talented writer
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