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Vendetta
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Expected 1 Nov 26282 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication November 1, 2026
About the author
Peter Jermyn
3 books3 followersPeter Jermyn writes the Codename: Black espionage thrillers, a series set in a fully fictional Cold War world of rival intelligence services, shifting loyalties and dangerous operations.
Inspired by the classic spy fiction of writers such as Ian Fleming and Len Deighton, his novels combine old-school tradecraft, deception, political intrigue and fast-moving plots. At the centre of the series is Eve Black, a Crown Intelligence operative whose loyalty to the mission is matched only by her willingness to do whatever the job requires.
An Instrument of the Crown is the first Eve Black thriller, followed by Vendetta.
Inspired by the classic spy fiction of writers such as Ian Fleming and Len Deighton, his novels combine old-school tradecraft, deception, political intrigue and fast-moving plots. At the centre of the series is Eve Black, a Crown Intelligence operative whose loyalty to the mission is matched only by her willingness to do whatever the job requires.
An Instrument of the Crown is the first Eve Black thriller, followed by Vendetta.
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Review of advance copy received from Author
"Vendetta" continues Eve Black's story in her fight for survival after Directorate S arranges for five operatives to hunt her down. Stripped of her usual resources and forced to rely on her own instincts, Eve must figure out who is behind the vendetta while staying one step ahead of her would-be killers. The opening delivers plenty of action and danger, and I liked seeing Eve make more decisions for herself rather than simply following the Crown's orders.
This installment also gives Eve more room to develop on a personal level. Her connections with Freddie Hale, Dr. Veyr, and his daughter Valin all add to that. The Crown's willingness to manipulate people for its own purposes remains one of the story's best parts.
This installment is stronger and more character-driven than the first one, and it really held my attention. I'm looking forward to seeing where Eve's story goes next.
5 Stars
This installment also gives Eve more room to develop on a personal level. Her connections with Freddie Hale, Dr. Veyr, and his daughter Valin all add to that. The Crown's willingness to manipulate people for its own purposes remains one of the story's best parts.
This installment is stronger and more character-driven than the first one, and it really held my attention. I'm looking forward to seeing where Eve's story goes next.
5 Stars
October 9, 2026
I received an advance reader copy of this book and am voluntarily providing an honest review.
Premise
Eve Black is given minimal resources and targeted for assassination after competing spy agencies from warring nations reach an uneasy agreement.
Liked
* Brilliant premise that deftly steers away from “case of the week” syndrome
* Answers the question: What if your agent is too good at her job?
* Eve is, as usual, a total and complete badass full of self-possession
* Ties romance with backstory
* Knows how to start the story with a bang
* Delivers on the twist midway through the story
* The medal at the end is pure dark comedy
Not for Me
* Perhaps by choice to express a sense of clinical efficiency, but the prose is a little too utilitarian for me
* Somewhat excessive use of passive voice, euphemisms, and single-line conversations
Closing Comment
My second book of the series. I love how the author subverts expectations and turns the tables against Eve in a way that doesn’t feel contrived. The action is well-paced with scenes that feel more intimate with a hint of noir. Eve has always been a somewhat enigmatic character who’s more than the cold-blooded operative she projects at the beginning, and the book successfully adds careful layers to her character. I am eager to see what the next adventure brings (maybe a protégé?)
Premise
Eve Black is given minimal resources and targeted for assassination after competing spy agencies from warring nations reach an uneasy agreement.
Liked
* Brilliant premise that deftly steers away from “case of the week” syndrome
* Answers the question: What if your agent is too good at her job?
* Eve is, as usual, a total and complete badass full of self-possession
* Ties romance with backstory
* Knows how to start the story with a bang
* Delivers on the twist midway through the story
* The medal at the end is pure dark comedy
Not for Me
* Perhaps by choice to express a sense of clinical efficiency, but the prose is a little too utilitarian for me
* Somewhat excessive use of passive voice, euphemisms, and single-line conversations
Closing Comment
My second book of the series. I love how the author subverts expectations and turns the tables against Eve in a way that doesn’t feel contrived. The action is well-paced with scenes that feel more intimate with a hint of noir. Eve has always been a somewhat enigmatic character who’s more than the cold-blooded operative she projects at the beginning, and the book successfully adds careful layers to her character. I am eager to see what the next adventure brings (maybe a protégé?)
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