In Gary D. McGugan's eighth book in The Multima Saga, When Power Fails, Suzanne Simpson had signed a contract to take over Jeffersons Stores. Suzanne’s company, Multima Corporation, needed 6.36 billion dollars within the next nine days to propel itself to the forefront of the international business community. Jeffersons Stores was owned by Suji Corporation, which was a member of the organized crime syndicate, The Organization. Later that evening, Suzanne woke up. As she turned on the kitchen lights, she heard muffled voices, and a car drove from her house to the road. Multima Corporation was an innocent player in a worldwide war between criminal organizations. The greatest cybersecurity attack was about to be launched to bring Multima Corporation to its knees by demanding a ransom.

Gary D. McGugan's When Power Fails captured my attention from the beginning to the conclusion. This gripping story was action-packed, suspenseful, and full of thrills. I was always on the edge of my seat because I had no idea what would happen next. There were several surprising twists and turns in the plot that I did not expect. The events were described in an engaging and occasionally vivid manner. I could not put the book down, but I also wanted to take my time reading to avoid it ending too soon. The characters had deeper personalities than what a first glance revealed, and they were realistic. The story was brilliantly written and had several subplots that came together. I was engrossed in a world of espionage, power, and danger.

Basking in the success of closing the deal on the hostile takeover of Jeffersons Stores, Suzanne Simpson immediately plans to expand Multima Corporation's global interests. The first step in such a delicate process involves securing a loan that may make or break her grand plans. Suzanne is so focused on this task that she seemingly ignores a growing problem within the ranks of her loyal staff. Some of her old rivals are unhappy with settling for crumbs and plan to destroy her empire from within. Can Suzanne once again weather the storm and prove she is the master tactician, or will her old nemesis, Fidelia Morales, find a way to destroy everything she has built? Only time will tell in Gary D. McGugan's When Power Fails.

The eighth installment in Gary D. McGugan's entertaining Multima Saga series, When Power Fails is a gripping story that draws inspiration from the real threat that organized crime poses to the growth of lawful businesses worldwide. He keeps most of the characters from the first two parts, focusing the action once more on two strong women on opposite sides of the legal spectrum. Fidelia's and Suzanne's origin stories are thorough and skillfully integrated into the larger narrative's continuity while including significant incidents from their past adventures that brought them to their current position. The attention given to Suzanne's romantic life has grown, which gives her portrayal as a flawed leader who prioritizes loyalty over effectiveness in managing her subordinates more nuance. In addition, Fidelia's recent experiences explain her brutal nature toward her people. These all result in exciting dialogues between the characters, drawing readers in and allowing them to guess which leadership style will ultimately prevail. By thoroughly explaining the story's business and bone-crunching action sequences, among other elements, McGugan enhances his storytelling style. He creates encounters that will leave even the most ardent crime genre enthusiast speechless. Read as a stand-alone or as part of an incredible series, McGugan's When Power Fails is an exciting blend of business, pleasure, and violence that will captivate fans of crime and suspense.

When Power Fails by Gary D. McGugan is an exhilarating technothriller that continues the Multima Saga. The story starts in Montreal, in April 2023. The multinational Multima Corporation led by its CEO and owner Suzanne Simpson acquired its rival Jeffersons Stores for a fraction of its price. But before Suzanne and Multima’s top management could celebrate, they were confronted with major surprises. Integration of the Jeffersons Stores into Multima’s business had to compete for priority with a sudden technological threat that could bring down Multima Corporation’s computer system. The Canadian government pressured Multima and other supermarkets to make their products affordable amidst the rising inflation. Suzanne’s security was threatened. A couple of Multima’s most capable top managers indulged in adultery, risking being fired. Will Multima overcome these challenges?

I was delighted to discover Gary D. McGugan’s When Power Fails. This eighth novel in the Multima Saga reads perfectly as a standalone. I experienced the familiar exhilaration of my favorite thrillers by Arthur Hailey. Like Hailey, Gary focuses on a specific industry – a major international supermarket chain. But Gary’s novel offered the extra perks of being set in the current time and packed with all the tricks and treats of modern technology. Every episode was suspenseful, and I liked how the plot threads weaved the intricate storyline. The action speedily advances to the unexpected but satisfying ending, upholding healthy Christian morals and business ethics. This brilliant novel will appeal to action thriller fans. The fleeting episodes of violence and sex make this book inappropriate for junior readers.

When Power Fails is the eighth book in The Multima Saga by Gary D. McGugan. Suzanne Simpson is ready to pull off the biggest acquisition of her career. Acquiring Jeffersons Stores will put Multima Corporation on the US Southwest and make it a key player in the global business world. However, Suzanne didn’t realize that the Suji Corporation, which owns the Jeffersons Stores, had deep roots in the Yakuza. But that was not everything she needed to worry about. She also needed to get a $6 million loan approved. Things took a dangerous turn when a cyber-attack on Multima’s network shattered her efforts. With the future of Multima hanging by a thread, she knew she had to do everything in her power to protect the company and all her hard work. Was it possible for Suzanne to protect the company, especially when she was facing a terrifying crime organization?

Fast-paced and intense, When Power Fails takes the reader into an action-packed corporate world mixed with a crime ring hell-bent on destroying Suzanne and Multima Corporation. I loved Suzanne! She was smart, compelling, and resilient in her approach to protecting her company. Her character development was fantastic and her incredible, clever mind had me in awe of her. Author Gary D. McGugan ensured that the reader stayed interested and engaged with the story. The descriptions were outstanding and left nothing to the imagination. I was sitting on the edge of my seat and anticipating what would happen next. I was excited and entertained by everything. The plot was perfect, the characters were incredible, and the story was remarkable. I loved it!