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Aleksandr Talanov Thriller #3
November Echo
Every spy has a beginning, and for Colonel Aleksandr Talanov of the KGB, that moment occurs one summery night in 1985 on the Costa del Sol, at the height of Cold War tensions between the Americans and Soviets.
As a signatory to the Biological Weapons Treaty of 1972, the United States had already destroyed its military stockpiles of weaponized pathogens. The Soviet Union, however, responded differently to the signing of that treaty. They created a network of forty-seven top-secret production facilities spread across Russia. Called Biopreparat, it was the largest biological weapons program in history.
So when a scientist from one of those facilities decides to defect, Talanov has the assigned task of bringing him back. But after tracking the scientist and his family to Spain, Talanov is betrayed and the scientist and his family are murdered.
The only survivor is their teenage daughter, Noya - short for Noyabŕina - in English, "November" - and what happens in an impulsive moment changes the course of Talanov's life by placing him in a desperate race to save Noya from the deadliest and most vicious adversary he will ever encounter: his own people, the KGB.
As a signatory to the Biological Weapons Treaty of 1972, the United States had already destroyed its military stockpiles of weaponized pathogens. The Soviet Union, however, responded differently to the signing of that treaty. They created a network of forty-seven top-secret production facilities spread across Russia. Called Biopreparat, it was the largest biological weapons program in history.
So when a scientist from one of those facilities decides to defect, Talanov has the assigned task of bringing him back. But after tracking the scientist and his family to Spain, Talanov is betrayed and the scientist and his family are murdered.
The only survivor is their teenage daughter, Noya - short for Noyabŕina - in English, "November" - and what happens in an impulsive moment changes the course of Talanov's life by placing him in a desperate race to save Noya from the deadliest and most vicious adversary he will ever encounter: his own people, the KGB.
297 pages, Paperback
First published October 24, 2013
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About the author
James Houston Turner
14 books97 followersWinner of numerous awards, including “Best Thriller,” bestselling author James Houston Turner is known for his Aleksandr Talanov series of action thrillers. Talanov the fictional character was inspired by the actual KGB agent who once leaked word out of Moscow that James was on a KGB watchlist for his smuggling activities behind the old Iron Curtain.
Holding a bachelor’s degree from Baker University and a master’s degree from the University of Houston Clear Lake, James is also a cancer survivor after doctors in Australia removed a tumor the size of an orange from his face. “I was told if I lived eighteen months I would probably live to be one hundred. That was in 1991, so I am happy to report I am well on my way toward that goal. These experiences influenced my storytelling, whether in magazines, novels, or now in film. My stories are ‘overcomer stories,’ because that’s what I’ve had to do, and is why I want my stories to leave people with the same hope and faith that strengthened me.”
After twenty years in Australia, James and his wife, Wendy, now live in Austin, Texas.
Holding a bachelor’s degree from Baker University and a master’s degree from the University of Houston Clear Lake, James is also a cancer survivor after doctors in Australia removed a tumor the size of an orange from his face. “I was told if I lived eighteen months I would probably live to be one hundred. That was in 1991, so I am happy to report I am well on my way toward that goal. These experiences influenced my storytelling, whether in magazines, novels, or now in film. My stories are ‘overcomer stories,’ because that’s what I’ve had to do, and is why I want my stories to leave people with the same hope and faith that strengthened me.”
After twenty years in Australia, James and his wife, Wendy, now live in Austin, Texas.
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November 7, 2013
This book was given to me free by the author. This is my honest review:
Wow!! This book made me feel like I was on a run for my life---in a good way. This is the story of a KGB agent, Talanov, during the Cold War era between the USA and Russia. After both countries had signed the 1972 biological Weapons Treaty, USA destroyed their production facilities while Russia secretly developed more and larger facilities.
In our story, the developer of a very virulent strain of anthrax was planning to defect to the USA, with his wife, parents, and daughter, Noya. Talanov was sent to stop him and return him to Russia, but Noya's dreams of a life of her own choosing made Talanov reconsider his own upbringing and goals in life.
Wild chases, tremendous fights, mob violence, treachery and deceit run rampant in this story which finds Talanov going against his own orders to do whatever it takes to save Noya's life. This is deftly balanced with other people who put their lives on the line to help Talanov and Noya. "Noya" being a nickname for "November" in Russian, Talanov becomes a secret agent for the USA inside of Russia---known as "November Echo". Thankfully, Turner wrote this as a prequel to books where Talanov has already become that spy, so now I just need to go right to those books to continue these breathtaking adventures----beginning with DEPARTMENT THIRTEEN!!
Merged review:
This book was given to me free by the author. This is my honest review of this book.----
Wow!! This book made me feel like I was on a run for my life---in a good way. This is the story of a KGB agent, Talanov, during the Cold War era between the USA and Russia. After both countries had signed the 1972 Biological Weapons Treaty, USA destroyed their production facilities while Russia secretly developed more and larger facilities.
In our story, the developer of a very virulent strain of anthrax was planning to defect to the USA, with his wife, parents, and daughter, Noya. Talanov was sent to stop him and return him to Russia, but Noya's dreams of a life of her own choosing made Talanov reconsider his own upbringing and goals in life.
Wild chases, tremendous fights, mob violence, treachery and deceit run rampant in this story which finds Talanov going against his own orders to do whatever it takes to save Noya's life. This is deftly balanced with other people who put their lives on the line to help Talanov and Noya. "Noya" being a nickname for "November" in Russian, Talanov becomes a secret agent for the USA inside of Russia---known as "November Echo". Thankfully, Turner wrote this as a prequel to books where Talanov has already become that spy, so now I just need to go right to those books to continue these breathtaking adventures----beginning with DEPARTMENT THIRTEEN!!
Wow!! This book made me feel like I was on a run for my life---in a good way. This is the story of a KGB agent, Talanov, during the Cold War era between the USA and Russia. After both countries had signed the 1972 biological Weapons Treaty, USA destroyed their production facilities while Russia secretly developed more and larger facilities.
In our story, the developer of a very virulent strain of anthrax was planning to defect to the USA, with his wife, parents, and daughter, Noya. Talanov was sent to stop him and return him to Russia, but Noya's dreams of a life of her own choosing made Talanov reconsider his own upbringing and goals in life.
Wild chases, tremendous fights, mob violence, treachery and deceit run rampant in this story which finds Talanov going against his own orders to do whatever it takes to save Noya's life. This is deftly balanced with other people who put their lives on the line to help Talanov and Noya. "Noya" being a nickname for "November" in Russian, Talanov becomes a secret agent for the USA inside of Russia---known as "November Echo". Thankfully, Turner wrote this as a prequel to books where Talanov has already become that spy, so now I just need to go right to those books to continue these breathtaking adventures----beginning with DEPARTMENT THIRTEEN!!
Merged review:
This book was given to me free by the author. This is my honest review of this book.----
Wow!! This book made me feel like I was on a run for my life---in a good way. This is the story of a KGB agent, Talanov, during the Cold War era between the USA and Russia. After both countries had signed the 1972 Biological Weapons Treaty, USA destroyed their production facilities while Russia secretly developed more and larger facilities.
In our story, the developer of a very virulent strain of anthrax was planning to defect to the USA, with his wife, parents, and daughter, Noya. Talanov was sent to stop him and return him to Russia, but Noya's dreams of a life of her own choosing made Talanov reconsider his own upbringing and goals in life.
Wild chases, tremendous fights, mob violence, treachery and deceit run rampant in this story which finds Talanov going against his own orders to do whatever it takes to save Noya's life. This is deftly balanced with other people who put their lives on the line to help Talanov and Noya. "Noya" being a nickname for "November" in Russian, Talanov becomes a secret agent for the USA inside of Russia---known as "November Echo". Thankfully, Turner wrote this as a prequel to books where Talanov has already become that spy, so now I just need to go right to those books to continue these breathtaking adventures----beginning with DEPARTMENT THIRTEEN!!
December 8, 2013
Every spy has a beginning and this story is about Colonel Aleksandr Talanov’s beginning. For Talonov, an agent of the KGB, his life as a spy started back in 1985 at the height of Cold War tensions between the Americans and Soviets. It was after the the Biological Weapons Treaty of 1972 and the Soviets ignored the treaty. They instead set up several facilities to create biological weapons to use around the world whenever they decided to attack. In 1985 one of the Soviet scientists working with these deadly toxins decides to defect and Talanov is assigned to bring him back. This assignment changes the entire course of Talanov’s life.
Dollycas’s Thoughts
Wow! Wow! Wow! My husband and I read this book at approximately the same time and we both uttered those words as we finished the last page. We had the same reaction to Turner’s Greco’s Game which I reviewed last year and named Best Indie Suspense Thriller of 2012.
James Houston Turner packs a lot into the pages of this book, car chases, hand to hand combat, bombs, fires, gunfire, truth, lies, compassion and fear. A major twist turns the whole story upside down. It was a non-stop ride from the first page until the last. I can easily see this as a movie. The drama was vivid in my mind’s eye.
Turner is an awesome writer. He has created this fabulous character, Aleksandr Talanov, and masterfully written another fantastic espionage thriller that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. I can’t believe how fast I read this book. The pages were flying.
There are 3 books featuring Aleksandr Talanov, Department Thirteen, Greco’s Game, and November Echo. I can’t believe I have not read Department Thirteen, but it is on my Wish List and I am going to get it on my reading schedule as soon as I can. These books can all be read as stand-alones and in any order. It is because of books like this that I had to add another level to my rating system because this book deserves more than 5 stars!!
Bravo James!!
Dollycas’s Thoughts
Wow! Wow! Wow! My husband and I read this book at approximately the same time and we both uttered those words as we finished the last page. We had the same reaction to Turner’s Greco’s Game which I reviewed last year and named Best Indie Suspense Thriller of 2012.
James Houston Turner packs a lot into the pages of this book, car chases, hand to hand combat, bombs, fires, gunfire, truth, lies, compassion and fear. A major twist turns the whole story upside down. It was a non-stop ride from the first page until the last. I can easily see this as a movie. The drama was vivid in my mind’s eye.
Turner is an awesome writer. He has created this fabulous character, Aleksandr Talanov, and masterfully written another fantastic espionage thriller that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. I can’t believe how fast I read this book. The pages were flying.
There are 3 books featuring Aleksandr Talanov, Department Thirteen, Greco’s Game, and November Echo. I can’t believe I have not read Department Thirteen, but it is on my Wish List and I am going to get it on my reading schedule as soon as I can. These books can all be read as stand-alones and in any order. It is because of books like this that I had to add another level to my rating system because this book deserves more than 5 stars!!
Bravo James!!
did-not-finish
August 12, 2015Did not finish.
One reviewer mentioned an iffy start. Boy, I'll say. Endlessly long arguments over logistics and tactics between two Soviet agents sent to Spain to intercept and return a defector. Arguments in Moscow, more arguments in Spain, page after page. All this to show us that the young KGB colonel is brilliant and daring; the sexy girl agent a stick-in-the-mud (but she'll come around). Can we get to the story, please? All this stage-setting could have been accomplished through plot and action, rather than didactic explication. Putting this amateurishly-written book aside.
One reviewer mentioned an iffy start. Boy, I'll say. Endlessly long arguments over logistics and tactics between two Soviet agents sent to Spain to intercept and return a defector. Arguments in Moscow, more arguments in Spain, page after page. All this to show us that the young KGB colonel is brilliant and daring; the sexy girl agent a stick-in-the-mud (but she'll come around). Can we get to the story, please? All this stage-setting could have been accomplished through plot and action, rather than didactic explication. Putting this amateurishly-written book aside.
January 24, 2017
I got this through a Goodreads Giveaway, so thank you to James Houston Turner, Regis Books, and Goodreads for the free signed copy. After an iffy start, I ended up really enjoying this book.
Mechanics first: It needed a serious editorial revision, as I was constantly tripping over comma problems, missing punctuation or articles/conjunctions, typesetting issues (like words still highlighted from a previous revision or misplaced paragraphs breaks), and other issues that should have been caught by an editor (or at least another set of eyes reviewing it before printing). I have some pet peeves, such as the use of temporal words (like "now," "ago," "tomorrow," "tonight," etc.) in narrative in a novel written in past tense -- especially a novel set in the mid-1980s. I also have a particular hatred for the use of "motion" as a verb; whether you agree with me or not, it's simply not great writing to use that word EVERY SINGLE TIME you want to show hand/arm motion (gesture, indicate, wave, point, signal, and many others are all good options).
I understand that this might not be the first book in the series featuring this character, so I admit that I'm coming into it without a full understanding of the backstory. That said, it's a standalone novel in which much of the protagonist's history is explained, so I did not feel out of place catching this midway through the series.
As for the plot, I was initially turned off by the lead character's similarity to a 1980s Soviet clone of James Bond -- the cocksure ladies' man rolling through high-class casinos in Europe driving a Ferrari and accompanied by an exotic beauty. If that had kept up for the rest of the book, I would have been severely disappointed. However, when the action truly begins (Soviet agents attempting to stop a Russian scientist from defecting to the US), the main character is shown to be a regular man capable of being flawed, of being betrayed by those he trusted, and of showing empathy for his original targets. There were good twists featuring compelling characters, and the ending of the book brought a couple of more twists that leave the reader wanting to find out what happens next.
This book, while needing additional editing, is still as good in plot as many of the mass-market bestsellers in the spy thriller genre, so I am happy to recommend this book. I look forward to the next one in the series.
Mechanics first: It needed a serious editorial revision, as I was constantly tripping over comma problems, missing punctuation or articles/conjunctions, typesetting issues (like words still highlighted from a previous revision or misplaced paragraphs breaks), and other issues that should have been caught by an editor (or at least another set of eyes reviewing it before printing). I have some pet peeves, such as the use of temporal words (like "now," "ago," "tomorrow," "tonight," etc.) in narrative in a novel written in past tense -- especially a novel set in the mid-1980s. I also have a particular hatred for the use of "motion" as a verb; whether you agree with me or not, it's simply not great writing to use that word EVERY SINGLE TIME you want to show hand/arm motion (gesture, indicate, wave, point, signal, and many others are all good options).
I understand that this might not be the first book in the series featuring this character, so I admit that I'm coming into it without a full understanding of the backstory. That said, it's a standalone novel in which much of the protagonist's history is explained, so I did not feel out of place catching this midway through the series.
As for the plot, I was initially turned off by the lead character's similarity to a 1980s Soviet clone of James Bond -- the cocksure ladies' man rolling through high-class casinos in Europe driving a Ferrari and accompanied by an exotic beauty. If that had kept up for the rest of the book, I would have been severely disappointed. However, when the action truly begins (Soviet agents attempting to stop a Russian scientist from defecting to the US), the main character is shown to be a regular man capable of being flawed, of being betrayed by those he trusted, and of showing empathy for his original targets. There were good twists featuring compelling characters, and the ending of the book brought a couple of more twists that leave the reader wanting to find out what happens next.
This book, while needing additional editing, is still as good in plot as many of the mass-market bestsellers in the spy thriller genre, so I am happy to recommend this book. I look forward to the next one in the series.
November 15, 2013
"This is another of Aleksandr Talanov (the first I have read myself), the first books being Department Thirteen & Greco´s Game are before this one but in this book is when, as the author puts in his book description “Every spy has a beginning, and for Colonel Aleksandr Talanov of the KGB, that moment occurs one summery night in 1985 on the Costa del Sol, at the height of Cold War tensions between the Americans and Soviets.”
I enjoyed the beginning that had a description and explanation of important events between the years of 1972 and 1985.
Colonel Aleksandr Talanov and Sofia Dubanina are the main characters and they are hot on the heels of Gorev, a Russian scientist who wants to defect, and Aleksandr and Sofia are doing their best to stop him. They get involved some other people who are wanting to help Gorav, and here is where it gets interesting as there is plenty of action, fights and more.
In this book there is a lot of dialogue between the characters and they seem to barter around with each other not really doing anything or going anywhere and it got a little annoying at times, I wanted them to just get over it and get on with the story, but I did warm up to both of the main characters in the end even though they aren´t the nicest of people.
I was attracted to this book as it was where I grew up and this novel is based on some of the areas I remember as a child. I was taken on a mini tour of the coast from Barcelona through to Torremolinos, but other places in Spain are also mentioned.
You are taken on a roller coaster ride in the beginning, visiting casinos, expensive hotels and fast cars which I really enjoyed.
This is a good example of cold war, spy novel, chases, plenty of spending money in a very excessive way. Well worth a read even though it is rather short at only 231 pages."
I enjoyed the beginning that had a description and explanation of important events between the years of 1972 and 1985.
Colonel Aleksandr Talanov and Sofia Dubanina are the main characters and they are hot on the heels of Gorev, a Russian scientist who wants to defect, and Aleksandr and Sofia are doing their best to stop him. They get involved some other people who are wanting to help Gorav, and here is where it gets interesting as there is plenty of action, fights and more.
In this book there is a lot of dialogue between the characters and they seem to barter around with each other not really doing anything or going anywhere and it got a little annoying at times, I wanted them to just get over it and get on with the story, but I did warm up to both of the main characters in the end even though they aren´t the nicest of people.
I was attracted to this book as it was where I grew up and this novel is based on some of the areas I remember as a child. I was taken on a mini tour of the coast from Barcelona through to Torremolinos, but other places in Spain are also mentioned.
You are taken on a roller coaster ride in the beginning, visiting casinos, expensive hotels and fast cars which I really enjoyed.
This is a good example of cold war, spy novel, chases, plenty of spending money in a very excessive way. Well worth a read even though it is rather short at only 231 pages."
December 3, 2013
From my blog
Talanov is one of my favourite characters of all time, intense with a brilliant mind, top notch spy for sure. This was action packed as his other two books in this series, Department Thirteen and Greco's Game. Espionage thriller at its best.
I respect James Turner more for always have strong female characters in his books also. Sophia is Talanov's partner during an undercover job and she wants to prove to Talanov that she is just as good as he is. The banter between the two is fierce and entertaining.
Every book gives us another side of Talanov. I was such a fan when I was introduced to him in Department Thirteen, in November Echo we get to see the beginning of Talanov's life and getting into KGB.
These books are similar to Mission Impossible, Bourne Identity types, the perfect gift for men readers. My only issue with all the stories is Talanov and others seem to have 9 lives, a few impossible moments in my opinion.
As I have said, I am a Talanov fan, very easy to cheer for and love. At first I wasn't happy with him during this journey, he came across as a pompous ass where I always thought he was humble but superior in every way before.
I will have to recommend to start with Department Thirteen, brilliant from beginning to end.
Talanov is one of my favourite characters of all time, intense with a brilliant mind, top notch spy for sure. This was action packed as his other two books in this series, Department Thirteen and Greco's Game. Espionage thriller at its best.
I respect James Turner more for always have strong female characters in his books also. Sophia is Talanov's partner during an undercover job and she wants to prove to Talanov that she is just as good as he is. The banter between the two is fierce and entertaining.
Every book gives us another side of Talanov. I was such a fan when I was introduced to him in Department Thirteen, in November Echo we get to see the beginning of Talanov's life and getting into KGB.
These books are similar to Mission Impossible, Bourne Identity types, the perfect gift for men readers. My only issue with all the stories is Talanov and others seem to have 9 lives, a few impossible moments in my opinion.
As I have said, I am a Talanov fan, very easy to cheer for and love. At first I wasn't happy with him during this journey, he came across as a pompous ass where I always thought he was humble but superior in every way before.
I will have to recommend to start with Department Thirteen, brilliant from beginning to end.
December 3, 2013
November Echo takes places at the height of the Cold War. This period of history is full of intrigue, spies, and secret weapons and author James Turner pulls from actual events to set the framework of his novel. The main character, Talanov, is a Russian colonel with the KGB nicknamed “Ice Man”. He is a top agent who does things his own way, but gets away with it because he produces results.
When Talanov is assigned to retrieve a scientist trying to defect to America, he is teamed up unwillingly with the beautiful Sofia Dubinina, a young, seemingly inexperienced agent. Talanov has a very James Bond flair for espionage, flaunting his presence to the American agents assigned to him, while out maneuvering them at every turn.
The action takes a major twist when Talanov and Sofia actually catch up with the scientist, Gorev, his family, and his American handlers. The action is fast and furious with the threat of a major biological weapon secretly created by the Russians falling into the wrong hands.
November Echo is a well written espionage thriller. Well worth the read for fans of spy novels and Cold War enthusiasts. The factual foundation even makes it feel like you are learning something as you read, which is always a bonus.
When Talanov is assigned to retrieve a scientist trying to defect to America, he is teamed up unwillingly with the beautiful Sofia Dubinina, a young, seemingly inexperienced agent. Talanov has a very James Bond flair for espionage, flaunting his presence to the American agents assigned to him, while out maneuvering them at every turn.
The action takes a major twist when Talanov and Sofia actually catch up with the scientist, Gorev, his family, and his American handlers. The action is fast and furious with the threat of a major biological weapon secretly created by the Russians falling into the wrong hands.
November Echo is a well written espionage thriller. Well worth the read for fans of spy novels and Cold War enthusiasts. The factual foundation even makes it feel like you are learning something as you read, which is always a bonus.
October 24, 2014
“The youngest KGB colonel in history” just might be Russia’s answer to James Bond, and expensive clothes, lady luck at the casino, and seductive bedroom scenes are just what the reader expects. But “the deadliest lies are half-truths” and there’s much that these characters aren’t telling as Talanov and his seductive associate attempt to thwart a Russian scientist’s defection.
Rather like TV’s The Americans, November Echo leaves readers eagerly supporting the enemy while hoping their own side doesn’t fail. But nobody’s perfect, in real life or in this novel; no form of government is perfect either, so there’s plenty of food for thought.
Author James Houston Turner succeeds in creating fight scenes that play out just as convincingly and fast as in the movies. Details are authentic and plausible, injury is inevitable, and time for thought is well-drawn then thrust aside by time for action. Well-tuned history runs alongside the glamor and plot, and well-timed revelations build a powerful character arc as Talanov’s past propels him to his future. I will seek out more of this series with the same determination I applied to collecting the original James Bond novels. This was a really fun read.
Disclosure: I learned it was free and I’m so glad I bought it.
Rather like TV’s The Americans, November Echo leaves readers eagerly supporting the enemy while hoping their own side doesn’t fail. But nobody’s perfect, in real life or in this novel; no form of government is perfect either, so there’s plenty of food for thought.
Author James Houston Turner succeeds in creating fight scenes that play out just as convincingly and fast as in the movies. Details are authentic and plausible, injury is inevitable, and time for thought is well-drawn then thrust aside by time for action. Well-tuned history runs alongside the glamor and plot, and well-timed revelations build a powerful character arc as Talanov’s past propels him to his future. I will seek out more of this series with the same determination I applied to collecting the original James Bond novels. This was a really fun read.
Disclosure: I learned it was free and I’m so glad I bought it.
December 3, 2013
November Echo is a great book. Although it is short, it had suspense, humor, gritty action scenes and a brilliant story. I have never read any of James Houston Turner’s other books before and I think this was a great introduction to his work and a great introduction to Talanov. I will be reading his other works on this wonderful character.
I liked Talanov. He comes across a bit chauvinistic but lovable. There were times I wanted to hug him and other times I wanted to strangle him. I love how this character can make the choices he makes and is ready to handle those consequences from those choices.
There isn’t a lot to say about this book that won’t spoil it but I will say that if you are a fan of suspense and spy thrillers, you will definitely want to read November Echo.
I liked Talanov. He comes across a bit chauvinistic but lovable. There were times I wanted to hug him and other times I wanted to strangle him. I love how this character can make the choices he makes and is ready to handle those consequences from those choices.
There isn’t a lot to say about this book that won’t spoil it but I will say that if you are a fan of suspense and spy thrillers, you will definitely want to read November Echo.
August 12, 2016
This is an excellent spy thriller. The descriptions of Russia, the culture, the times, and other parts of Europe paint a clear picture of everything the protagonists encounter while on their mission. Unlike many works nowadays that focus on futuristic events, this takes place during the height of the Cold War when the KGB still reigned supreme and spying wasn't done in some windowless room by computer nerds with video game controllers. The protagonist, Col. Talanov, doesn't always play by the rules, but he definitely gets the job done. And his partner, Sofia, allows for excellent banter and interesting dialog. This makes a great, action-packed read.
August 17, 2015
Spy thriller
A bit windy in places and in need of more editing. It was exciting though and full of action and intrigue. Characters were well developed and their motivations were satisfactorily explained by the time the story ended. Looking forward to more adventures of the KGB Colonel. Give it a try if you like spy stories about the '80s.
A bit windy in places and in need of more editing. It was exciting though and full of action and intrigue. Characters were well developed and their motivations were satisfactorily explained by the time the story ended. Looking forward to more adventures of the KGB Colonel. Give it a try if you like spy stories about the '80s.
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December 28, 2013Well written, with a lot of twists and turns and an action-packed ending. I read in two sessions (with a few weeks in between sessions). As the story progressed it became harder to predict and to put down.
January 24, 2014
This was an origin story of Turner's character. This was very good 80s espionage. Enjoyed it a lot.
March 19, 2014
Excellent read. Full of unexpected twists and turns with an interesting ending.
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May 6, 2015Gave up on it. Too boring and unbelievable.
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