Split Second is a thriller novel written by David Baldacci, published in 2003. It is the first book in the King & Maxwell series. The plot revolves around the mysterious disappearance of President's daughter, Megan Rose, and the subsequent resurfacing of a retired Secret Service agent, Sean King, who was responsible for her protection. King, alongside Michelle Maxwell, another former Secret Service agent, investigates the case, uncovering a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of power. The novel explores themes of political intrigue, redemption, and the challenges faced by those who work to protect national figures.
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