Zero Fail: The Rise and Fall of the Secret Service
Zero Fail: The Rise and Fall of the Secret Service
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2021
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2021560
Book • Nonfiction
Washington, D.C. • 1960s-2020s
2021
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Carol Leonnig's Zero Fail offers a detailed history of the Secret Service, examining its successes and failures in protecting U.S. presidents. The book explores internal challenges, including security lapses and cultural issues within the agency, highlighting the critical role the Secret Service plays in national security.
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Review Roundup
Carol Leonnig's Zero Fail has garnered significant praise for its meticulous research and gripping narrative on the Secret Service. Critics highlight Leonnig's investigative prowess, revealing insights into the agency's challenges and failures. However, some reviewers note an occasionally overwhelming level of detail and a lack of a cohesive central narrative.
Who Should Read Zero Fail: The Rise and Fall of the Secret Service?
Readers who enjoy Zero Fail by Carol Leonnig are typically interested in investigative journalism, government institutions, and national security. Similar to Ronan Farrow's Catch and Kill and Bob Woodward's Fear, it appeals to those who seek in-depth, compelling narratives about power and secrecy in the U.S. government.
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Book • Nonfiction
Washington, D.C. • 1960s-2020s
2021
Adult
18+ years
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