First Strike — Jack Higgins; Justin Richards

After saving the President's life in the Middle East, the Chance family is invited to a banquet at the White House. Teen twins Rich and Jade are ready to relax, but even in the safest house in the United States, they can't avoid danger: a radical American group takes the West Wing hostage to steal the U.S.'s nuclear launch codes and attack China. It's a race through the halls of the White House as Rich and Jade fight to keep the President and the launch codes hidden from the terrorists.

Higgins' action-packed adventure series featuring two regular teens comes to a close in this exhilarating thriller. Set in Washington D.C., the fast-paced narrative gives readers a captivating behind-thescenes glimpse into America's capital.