Tag Archives: espionage
The Nearest Exit by Olen Steinhauer
I am a big fan of Steinhauer and was really looking forward to this second book in The Tourist series The Nearest Exit. I usually read them in ARC format before they are released but I have been so busy … Continue reading
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Tagged Department of Tourism, espionage, Fiction, Milo Weaver, Olen Steinhauer
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The Tourist by Olen Steinhauer now in paperback
If for some odd reason you are reading this blog and have not yet read Olen Steinhauer’s The Tourist please rectify that ASAP. This may seem a tad pushy but, trust me, I am doing you a favor. The paperback … Continue reading
Red To Black by Alex Dryden
Red to Black by Alex Dryden seems to be clearly aiming for the blend of current events and espionage made famous by John Le Care but Dryden adds in a large dose of love story. It also has the feel … Continue reading
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Tagged Alex Dryden, Cold War, espionage, Fiction, Russia, Vladimir Putin
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Banquo’s Ghosts by Richard Lowry & Keith Korman
I have to admit, I was shocked to find out that National Review editor Rich Lowry had co-written a novel. I just didn’t picture him as the novel writing type. Of course, he had the help of literary agent Keith … Continue reading
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Tagged conservatism, espionage, Fiction, Keith Korman, Rich Lowry, War on Terrorism
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The Venetian Judgement by Daivd Stone
Fans of Stone and Dalton will enjoy the latest adventure with its typical blend of action, intrigue, violence, and tongue-in-cheek type gallows humor. The plot is a bit convoluted, but it is an entertaining read and there is a thread of political commentary running throughout for those who understand the debates involved. Continue reading