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Tom Marlowe #6
Broad Sword
Ex-British MI5 “Section D” agent Tom Marlowe has been burnt, his Security Services clearance restricted, and his protection from foreign agencies removed. However, recent events have left him somewhat untouchable...
So, when the Home Secretary asks for his help to find an AI weapon named Broad Sword, stolen from the Stealth Fighter it was built for, and before it's sold to the highest bidder, Marlowe and his allies start a hunt that crosses from Europe to the Caribbean, and from Spain to Silicon Valley, constantly in danger as they attempt to regain the most dangerous weapon in the world - before it's used.
But while Marlowe does this, he's hunted by The Gravedigger, responsible for the death of an old friend, and one of the most feared assassins in the world.
As the bodycount rises, can Marlowe stay alive long enough to save the world?
And what happens when the secret cabal known as Orchid reappear, calling in a debt to confirm Marlowe's appointment to the High Council?
So, when the Home Secretary asks for his help to find an AI weapon named Broad Sword, stolen from the Stealth Fighter it was built for, and before it's sold to the highest bidder, Marlowe and his allies start a hunt that crosses from Europe to the Caribbean, and from Spain to Silicon Valley, constantly in danger as they attempt to regain the most dangerous weapon in the world - before it's used.
But while Marlowe does this, he's hunted by The Gravedigger, responsible for the death of an old friend, and one of the most feared assassins in the world.
As the bodycount rises, can Marlowe stay alive long enough to save the world?
And what happens when the secret cabal known as Orchid reappear, calling in a debt to confirm Marlowe's appointment to the High Council?
- GenresThriller
390 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 20, 2024
353 people are currently reading
30 people want to read
About the author
Jack Gatland
59 books237 followersJack Gatland is the pen name of #1 New York Times Bestselling Writer Tony Lee, who has been writing in all medias for over thirty years including comics, graphic novels, middle grade books, audio drama, TV and film for DC, Marvel, BBC, ITV, Random House, Penguin USA, Hachette and a ton of other publishers and broadcasters on licenses such as Doctor Who, Spider Man, X-Men, Star Trek, Battlestar Galactica, Doctors, Wallace and Gromit and Shrek. As Tony, he’s toured the country talking to reluctant readers with his ‘Change The Channel’ school tours.
He’s currently a member of the Writer’s Guild of Great Britain, the Society of Authors, The Worshipful Company of Stationers and Newspaper Makers and the Crime Writer’s Association.
As Jack, he’s writing a new series of Crime Thrillers starring Detective Inspector Declan Walsh, recently seconded to the City of London Police department known as the Last Chance Saloon.
The first twelve of these, LETTER FROM THE DEAD, MURDER OF ANGELS, HUNTER HUNTED, WHISPER FOR THE REAPER, TO HUNT A MAGPIE, A RITUAL FOR THE DYING, KILLING THE MUSIC, A DINNER TO DIE FOR, BEHIND THE WIRE, HEAVY IS THE CROWN, STALKING THE RIPPER and A QUIVER OF SORROWS are available now, with book thirteen, MURDER BY MISTLETOE released in December 2022 – with further adventures continuing throughout 2023.
In addition to that, the first book in a new series of Adventure Mysteries starring Robin-Hood style con-man forger-turned treasure hunter Damian Lucas, THE LIONHEART CURSE was released in January 2022, and he has both a new series of crime procedurals, spinning out of the DI Walsh series and featuring ‘Cop for Criminals’ Ellie Reckless including PAINT THE DEAD and STEAL THE GOLD, and a new spy series, spinning out of the DI Walsh series and featuring burned MI5 agent Tom Marlowe including SLEEPING SOLDIERS and TARGET LOCKED.
He can be found at www.tonylee.co.uk and www.jackgatland.com.
He’s currently a member of the Writer’s Guild of Great Britain, the Society of Authors, The Worshipful Company of Stationers and Newspaper Makers and the Crime Writer’s Association.
As Jack, he’s writing a new series of Crime Thrillers starring Detective Inspector Declan Walsh, recently seconded to the City of London Police department known as the Last Chance Saloon.
The first twelve of these, LETTER FROM THE DEAD, MURDER OF ANGELS, HUNTER HUNTED, WHISPER FOR THE REAPER, TO HUNT A MAGPIE, A RITUAL FOR THE DYING, KILLING THE MUSIC, A DINNER TO DIE FOR, BEHIND THE WIRE, HEAVY IS THE CROWN, STALKING THE RIPPER and A QUIVER OF SORROWS are available now, with book thirteen, MURDER BY MISTLETOE released in December 2022 – with further adventures continuing throughout 2023.
In addition to that, the first book in a new series of Adventure Mysteries starring Robin-Hood style con-man forger-turned treasure hunter Damian Lucas, THE LIONHEART CURSE was released in January 2022, and he has both a new series of crime procedurals, spinning out of the DI Walsh series and featuring ‘Cop for Criminals’ Ellie Reckless including PAINT THE DEAD and STEAL THE GOLD, and a new spy series, spinning out of the DI Walsh series and featuring burned MI5 agent Tom Marlowe including SLEEPING SOLDIERS and TARGET LOCKED.
He can be found at www.tonylee.co.uk and www.jackgatland.com.
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Displaying 1 - 11 of 11 reviews
September 29, 2024
Just keep getting better.
I’ve read all 6 of the Tom Marlowe thrillers and can only say that I was on the edge of my seat numerous times. Bring on book7 in October and all I can say to anybody reading this review, is that you should read the first six then, like me, look forward to book7.
I’ve read all 6 of the Tom Marlowe thrillers and can only say that I was on the edge of my seat numerous times. Bring on book7 in October and all I can say to anybody reading this review, is that you should read the first six then, like me, look forward to book7.
October 16, 2025
Good story, ironically about AI.
Especially considering the impression that the author has toyed with AI editing.
Still, I have to admit, it was less evident in this tome, so either he's gotten better AI or sensibly turned away from it.
These Marlow stories remain imaginative, timely & highly entertaining. A good read & a rollicking ride.
Especially considering the impression that the author has toyed with AI editing.
Still, I have to admit, it was less evident in this tome, so either he's gotten better AI or sensibly turned away from it.
These Marlow stories remain imaginative, timely & highly entertaining. A good read & a rollicking ride.
June 8, 2024
Tom Marlowe is, once again, tasked with saving the British secret service when it loses control of an AI technology named Broad Sword. Marlowe is assisted by Trix, Brad, Sasha, and a few other allies. Warring factions of Orchid weave through the events. A solid spy thriller. 3.5 stars.
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July 24, 2024Fabulous tale of many spies
This was my favorite Tim Marlowe story so far. I keep thinking Jack G. just can't get any better but I should know better by now, he keeps knocking it out of the park. I love Tom, Declan Walsh & Ellie Reckless!!!
This was my favorite Tim Marlowe story so far. I keep thinking Jack G. just can't get any better but I should know better by now, he keeps knocking it out of the park. I love Tom, Declan Walsh & Ellie Reckless!!!
July 10, 2025
Lots of people are afraid of what AI is capable of. After reading this, that fear will no doubt grow. Marlowe and gang are chasing a billionaire again, and it’s another with a god complex. This one just wants to prove he’s better than his daddy. Exciting, frightening, and explosive. Good book.
June 8, 2024
The usual sub plot within a plot which kept me reading until 4am! Really enjoyed it
June 9, 2024
Broad Sword Review
Jack Gatland doesn’t disappoint. Once again, I could neither read fast enough nor could I put the book down. Write on you soldier of penmanship!
Jack Gatland doesn’t disappoint. Once again, I could neither read fast enough nor could I put the book down. Write on you soldier of penmanship!
July 30, 2024
Tom Marlowe How many enemies can he have
Yet again one in high positions in MI5 and MI6 need his help. Excellent thrilling plot, I wish he would kill a few more baddies.
Yet again one in high positions in MI5 and MI6 need his help. Excellent thrilling plot, I wish he would kill a few more baddies.
August 4, 2024
Another really good read. I can not wait for the next book in the series to be released.
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December 10, 2025Great series
May 26, 2024
Broad Sword by Jack Gatland is book 6 in the Tom Marlowe series. Joanna Karolides, the Home Secretary, is in Scotland to see a stealth bomber through its paces. The bomber has an AI device fitted to assist the pilot but can take control of the aircraft in different circumstances. What could possibly go wrong. Tom Marlowe is called in by the Home Secretary to investigate when things do go wrong. Tom and Trix Preston team up. I really like Trix, hacker and computer extraordinaire. We see the return of the Gravedigger as well, who has been hired to kill Tom. I have enjoyed this whole series and Broad Sword is a great addition. It is fast-paced, thrilling and so exciting. It was hard to get my nose out of the book as it took me on a roller-coaster ride.
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