After Molly's successful bid for DC statehood, she and Charles enter the exciting world of parenting and history changing national politics. Following in his parents' and his late uncle's footsteps Jonathan becomes a leader in an international student government program.

In creating his sixth novel, Chris Welsh-Charrier combines his interest in politics and his BA in history from the University of Maryland. Chris lives in Washington, DC and delights in discussing politics and listening to different viewpoints to controversial issues. He also enjoys movies and video games, and especially loves the dachshund breed.