Published by Thomas & Mercer Genres: Mystery, Spy Thriller, thriller
Format: ARC, eBook
Charles Jenkins is back in book two of the series. A former CIA spy, he has survived being tried for treason after being betrayed by his county. He is enjoying a quiet life with his wife and two children when he is approached with a mission he cannot turn down – rescuing Paulina Ponomayova, a woman who risked her life to get his out of Russia alive. But by accepting the mission, he must return to Russia, face an old and new nemesis and once again be away from his family.
Anyone who has read a Robert Dugoni book knows of his attention to detail. His ability to create interesting and well-rounded characters with intriguing back stories. I am not a big spy thriller reader, but he has sucked me in with this series. Like the first book in the series, The Eighth Sister, this book is full of suspense, intrigue and even a magic trick!
I enjoyed Charles Jenkins scenes with his old nemesis, Viktor Federov. Their interactions were fun, and yet like Jenkins, I never knew if Federov could be trusted. One thing you can trust, is that this is a riveting, beautifully written and compelling spy thriller which keeps the intensity and delivers on thrills.
Another solid book by Dugoni! This was a riveting spy thriller with heart!
Thank you to Thomas & Mercer and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.