The Annapolis Protocol

Power in Annapolis rarely moves in the open. When seasoned political strategist Griff Martin is pulled into what appears to be a routine legislative fight, he expects the usual maneuvering, alliances, and quiet persuasion. What he doesn't expect is the discovery that someone is manipulating events behind the scenes with ruthless precision. A series of seemingly unrelated decisions begins to ripple through Maryland's political landscape—careers collapse overnight, alliances shift without explanation, and trusted relationships begin to fracture. As Griff searches for answers, he uncovers the outline of something far more dangerous than ordinary political gamesmanship. Someone is operating according to a plan. A protocol. And once it is set in motion, it is designed to reshape power without leaving fingerprints. As the stakes escalate from Annapolis to Baltimore and Washington, D.C., Griff finds himself confronting a hidden network willing to destroy anyone who stands in its way. The deeper he digs, the clearer it becomes that the real battle is not over policy—but control. Blending insider political knowledge with fast-paced suspense, The Annapolis Protocol delivers a gripping, realistic look at how power actually works. Approx. 350–400 pages (depending on device) The Annapolis Protocol is the first installment in the Griff Martin political thriller series.