Now he returns with another remarkable novel that proves he is still one of the most gifted writers of all time. №1 New York Times bestselling author Jeffrey Archer has mesmerized thousands of readers over the years with his riveting novels and unforgettable characters. By morning, one mother is told that her only child is doing fine. In hushed maternity ward, an infant dies, while twin brothers thrive. Another is told that she has tragically lost one of her sons. Twins seperated at birth, Nathaniel Cartwright and Fletcher Davenport have been raised in different worlds, and have both thrived among the best and brightest of their generation. With each choice they make - in love and career, through tragedy and triumph - their lives mirror one another. In an era of violent change, freee love, and blind ambition, Nat goes off to war, while Fletcher enters political combat. Until a high-stakes political battle turns. until a high-profile murder case brings them together. In an era of violent change, freee love, and blind ambition, Nat goes off to war, while Fletcher enters political combat