The Marksman

by Michael Cronin

In an obscure Arab state, Hasman Abdullah Ahmin, hereditary and despotic ruler, has recently negotiated with the Kremlin to exploit the country's natural resources. Richard Ahmin, born of an English mother, is Hasman's cousin, and strongly opposes his plans. Alarmed at the situation he has created, Hasman calls in Tony Dimarco and his mob of tough mercenaries, and a reign of terror follows. Hasman gives Dimarco the task of liquidating Richard but Tony, adept at the double cross, attempts to make a deal with Richard...

254 pages, Paperback

First published February 15, 2010