CANREADS Completes their Review of "When Power Fails"

CANREADS Toronto just published its review of When Power Fails. The entire review follows, but I must correct one error in their comments. While this title is the LATEST in The Multima Saga, it's not the "last" story as they suggest. I'm making good progess on number 9 and still expect it to release in early 2026. Enjoy this review, and please enjoy any of the other seven novels you might not have had a chance to read yet, while I work hard on #9!

The Multima Saga: When Power Fails by Gary D. McGugan

In the epic conclusion of his gripping eight-part corporate drama series, When Power Fails, Gary D. McGugan pulls out all the stops, penning his best storylines yet, developing captivating new characters and, of course, still keeping readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. A master of deception, McGugan turns on the smoke and mirrors right from page one, immediately using his words to deliver skin-tingling excitement.

Picking up where his last book left off, readers find Multima’s CEO, Suzanne Simpson, struggling with the aftermath of a recent acquisition. From the moment the potential deal was brought to the table, she worried it was too good to be true. Now her team seems to be uncovering problems everywhere they look, which keeps the suspense building and the adrenaline racing.

These struggles prompt Suzanne to elevate Amber Chan from the cameos she’s played in previous books to a lead role in When Power Fails, delighting readers with a new character who is clever, charming, and cunning. Amber’s antics add a new nail-biting tension that will thrill suspense lovers.

Of course, every issue Suzanne is finding has been masterfully planted by the world of organized crime. She, and her company, are still a target, and it quickly becomes clear more than one crime syndicate is battling for control of the massive corporation. But crime boss and leader of The Organization, Fidelia Morales, won’t be thwarted.

No matter what’s thrown at her, she’s determined to emerge victorious and will use any means necessary to complete her mission—adding an extra level of heart-pounding excitement to her chapters.

The skillful twists and turns of McGugan’s stories draw readers back, time and again. Even though they’re a known part of his recipe for creating superior suspense, he has mastered the power of illusion, blindsiding the reader every time. His grand finale is packed with didn’t-see-that-coming moments, making it a must-read for fans of the Now You See Me film series.

An explosive ending to a meticulously thought out and well-orchestrated series, McGugan’s storytelling is like an expertly played game of chess. Every move is intentional—even if it doesn’t seem like it at first— and they all come together for a win that will delight readers, while simultaneously leaving them craving more. When Power Fails offers a perfect finale for an incredible series. Bravo, McGugan.

—CANREADS TORONTO BOOK REVIEW