Political thrillers about power, loyalty, and the cost of winning
Follow political fixer Henry Mercucio from the back rooms of Providence politics to the international corridors of power, where ambition, corruption, and conscience collide.
John shares the inspiration behind the series and why Providence politics became the perfect setting for a modern political thriller.
The Henry Mercucio series follows a political strategist operating at the edge of power, where every victory comes with consequences. Set in Providence and expanding onto the national stage, the novels explore ambition, loyalty, and moral ambiguity in systems designed to reward winning at any cost. This is a grounded political thriller series focused less on spectacle and more on the people who quietly shape outcomes behind the scenes.
When you only play to win, how do you keep from becoming your worst enemy?
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From the author
John shares the inspiration behind the series and why Providence politics became the perfect setting for a modern political thriller.
meet the characters
The story is driven by people, not headlines. Meet the characters who move the levers of power.
Henry Mercucio
Serving as the main protagonist of the series, 30 year old Henry pivots his sights from law into the messy realm of politics, where he is introduced to a world more sinister than the one he retreated from.
Lyndsay Sinclair
Lyndsay Sinclair is a driven medical student and devoted fiancée to Henry. While a full-time student and heir to her family's generational wealth, she still makes time to support Henry's new endeavors.
John Campagna
Running as a Democrat for mayor of Providence, John Campagna promises to restore the broken local government, and is challenged by dark forces gripping the city and its people.
Raymond McNally
Working as a power broker in a law firm alongside Henry, McNally eventually finds himself a new way to further rise to power, compromising Henry's campaign.
what readers are saying
You don’t need to be into politics to enjoy this fast-paced political thriller set in Providence, Rhode Island. But if you are a political enthusiast, you’ll love this book even more!
amazon review
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I had the pleasure of reading The Kingmakers of Providence by John Houle and I enjoyed it from cover to cover!
amazon review
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This was a great read from an up and coming author. This thriller is fast-paced with plenty of twists and turns, and includes a good dose of political intrigue. I highly recommend.
barnes & noble review
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One of the things I enjoyed most about "The King-Makers of Providence" was how Houle made the inner workings of politics feel so accessible and relatable.
barnes & noble review
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Start the Series
Begin with The King Makers of Providence and continue with The Siberian Candidate.
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