The C.I. Desk: FBI and CIA Counterintelligence As Seen From My Cubicle

by Christopher Lynch

Fans of “The Americans” TV series on the FX Network will recognize elements of the show in The CI Desk, Chris Lynch’s account of his thirty years as a counterintelligence analyst at the FBI and CIA. Lynch was hired to be a consultant for the show, and the writers have extracted anecdotes, descriptions, and terms from The CI Desk for episodes of “The Americans." According to Kim Chamberlain of EspionageMagazine.com, “this book lends the personality, depth, and reality to the day-to-day intelligence that seems to be lacking in other works. With a razor-sharp wit, a keen eye for human nature, and a wry sense of humor, The CI Desk is in turn hilarious and saddening." The C.I. Desk shows the routine, the thrilling, and the sometimes funny or tragic human side of the counterintelligence work of the FBI and CIA.

505 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 7, 2023

About the author

Addressing stress and anxiety disorders in young people on the Autism Spectrum has been the focus and passion of Dr. Lynch’s 20+ year career. To this end, he developed the Aspirations life management program while serving in his role as director of the Pediatric Behavioral Medicine department at Goryeb Children’s Hospital. Dr. Lynch has written and spoken extensively on the topic of anxiety in autism and other neurodiverse children. Dr. Lynch's first book, a specialized stress and anxiety management workbook, earned him a Mom's Choice Award (Gold). His second book is a companion piece written for parents, teachers, and therapists (anticipated release date: July 2019).