A compelling political conspiracy thriller by David Baldacci, first published in 2006. It is the second novel in the Camel Club and expands on the adventures of the mysterious Oliver Stone and his unconventional team of investigators.

The story begins with the brutal murder of Annabelle Conroy's parents, a crime that drives her to become an expert con artist seeking revenge against the powerful casino owner Jerry Bagger. At the same time, the Camel Club investigates the suspicious death of the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, an apparent suicide that Oliver Stone believes was actually murder.

As these seemingly unrelated stories converge, Stone and his allies uncover a dangerous conspiracy involving political corruption, organized crime, intelligence agencies, and powerful figures determined to keep their secrets hidden. Meanwhile, Annabelle's elaborate confidence scheme becomes increasingly perilous as she faces a ruthless adversary who will stop at nothing to destroy her.

The novel expertly balances political intrigue with crime, suspense, and clever heists. Baldacci's intricate plotting gradually intertwines multiple storylines, leading to an exciting climax filled with unexpected twists and revelations.

The Collectors also develops the relationships within the Camel Club, giving greater depth to Oliver Stone, Caleb Shaw, Milton Farb, and Reuben Rhodes, while introducing Annabelle Conroy as one of Baldacci's most memorable female protagonists.