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President's Agent #1
Paper Tiger
During a harrowing crash landing, agent Craig Van Essen escapes death only to discover that his life will never be the same. Leaving the CIA to accept the position as the President's secret agent, Van Essen quickly learns that his new job comes with a new level of danger. His first mission places him in pursuit of the person behind the most heinous crime of the century-the same person who'd also taken from him what mattered most in the world. Bringing the reader first to Switzerland, then Italy, and finally New York City, Paper Tiger provides a potent glimpse into the dark world of terrorism, espionage, and deceit. An electrifying tale designed to engage the reader with characters and events from the author's intricately woven President's Agent universe. Written in Marion's distinctive style and narrated through Van Essen's inimitable voice, Paper Tiger blends the ingredients of action, romance, and suspense-along with a good dose of humor-into a story which presents the reader with a new breed of spy: The President's Agent.
248 pages, Paperback
First published July 4, 2014
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July 12, 2017
Excellent read
I don't get a chance to read very many books that are not of a text book variety. Paper tiger will keep you on the edge of your seat and riveted until the very end.
I don't get a chance to read very many books that are not of a text book variety. Paper tiger will keep you on the edge of your seat and riveted until the very end.
January 9, 2015
I did not want the book to end!
I thoroughly enjoyed reading Paper Tiger. The plot was filled with twists and turns so that I was usually a step behind in predicting what would happen next. Most of the story is told in first person from the viewpoint of the main character. At first I was disappointed to discover the use of the first person narrative since many authors do not know how to write in this format. I quickly got over the disappointment because Greg Marion definitely knows how to tell a story. I highly recommend the book and will be reading more of his books.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading Paper Tiger. The plot was filled with twists and turns so that I was usually a step behind in predicting what would happen next. Most of the story is told in first person from the viewpoint of the main character. At first I was disappointed to discover the use of the first person narrative since many authors do not know how to write in this format. I quickly got over the disappointment because Greg Marion definitely knows how to tell a story. I highly recommend the book and will be reading more of his books.
March 11, 2015
Really liked this book. It was exciting with numerous turns and twists that kept you on your seat. There
was enough descriptive detail to allow the reader to feel like they were almost there, while not becoming boring. There was mystery, intrigue and at times kept you on the edge of your seat. It was one of those
that until you finished it, you were never ready to lay it down & couldn't wait to resume reading when you
had to. It is very well written and I will look for others by this author.
was enough descriptive detail to allow the reader to feel like they were almost there, while not becoming boring. There was mystery, intrigue and at times kept you on the edge of your seat. It was one of those
that until you finished it, you were never ready to lay it down & couldn't wait to resume reading when you
had to. It is very well written and I will look for others by this author.
December 29, 2014
One man's opinion
This is the first book I have read in many years. I got the impression that I was reading one of the old style pulp fiction books. The plot seemed to wander a bit too much for me and left a lot of loose ends. But, as stated, this is just one man's opinion.
This is the first book I have read in many years. I got the impression that I was reading one of the old style pulp fiction books. The plot seemed to wander a bit too much for me and left a lot of loose ends. But, as stated, this is just one man's opinion.
January 7, 2016
Implausible
I know that fiction should be a suspension of disbelief, but this stretches the boundaries of disbelief. The main character does have a good sense of humour, but the situations he is placed in and subsequently escapes from are implausible and too easily manufactured.
I know that fiction should be a suspension of disbelief, but this stretches the boundaries of disbelief. The main character does have a good sense of humour, but the situations he is placed in and subsequently escapes from are implausible and too easily manufactured.
February 24, 2015
Great Read
Good character development and tie ins. Plot was twisted to the point of keeping you guessing, but not convoluted like many others. The hero was believable and not a super human killing machine. He screws up and makes mistakes. Refreshing to say the least.
Good character development and tie ins. Plot was twisted to the point of keeping you guessing, but not convoluted like many others. The hero was believable and not a super human killing machine. He screws up and makes mistakes. Refreshing to say the least.
January 12, 2015
Great book
I thought this was a great book! Lots of action to keep you turning pages. Really good descriptions of people and places.
I thought this was a great book! Lots of action to keep you turning pages. Really good descriptions of people and places.
February 7, 2015
Outstanding read
Characters well developed. Great plot. I believe descriptions of geographical locations was sufficient. I also enjoyed the interaction between characters.
Characters well developed. Great plot. I believe descriptions of geographical locations was sufficient. I also enjoyed the interaction between characters.
February 16, 2015
Riveting
This book had all the aspects of a good thriller adventure and carried you all the way through. I had a good mission of the story all the way through.
This book had all the aspects of a good thriller adventure and carried you all the way through. I had a good mission of the story all the way through.
March 7, 2015
Paper Tiger
It took me a while to get into this book but it was just ok when I was. Too far fetched with all the things that happened to feel realistic.
It took me a while to get into this book but it was just ok when I was. Too far fetched with all the things that happened to feel realistic.
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