"An unprecedented assessment of the CIA while at the forefront of our nation's war against al-Qa'ida and during the most remarkable period in the history of the Agency. Called the "Bob Gates of his generation," Michael Morell is a top CIA officer who saw it all--the only person with President Bush on 9/11/01 and with President Obama on 5/1/11 when Usama Bin Laden was brought to justice." -- Provided by publisher.

Includes index.

Opening salvos -- The president and the sheikh -- The darkest hours -- The finest hours -- An imperfect storm -- AlQa'ida's nine lives -- No Mickey Mouse operation -- Al Qa'ida spring -- 9/11/2012 -- Stalking points -- Tortured logic -- Breach of trust -- The long war ahead -- Carved in stone.