The Thrill of Risk
- The Zero Game thrives on secrecy, betting on outcomes in Capitol Hill’s high-stakes environment
- The adrenaline-fueled narrative explores the addictive nature of power and risk
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Brad Meltzer’s The Zero Game is a gripping political thriller that uncovers the hidden power plays and moral ambiguities of Capitol Hill. Centered on a secret betting game among political staffers, the book explores themes of trust, ambition, and the addictive allure of risk, revealing the dark underbelly of governance
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