Cold-blooded

by Clarke Mayer

Roger Fowler’s time as a spy has come to an end. In Nazi Germany, the hunters are relentless, and even the best operators are at risk of being caught. When his enemies come knocking at his door, Roger has no choice but to surrender.

Now compromised, Roger is fearful of his ability to withstand torture and interrogation. The infamous spy hunter Aksel Falke, commonly known as Der Fänger, aims to test him. Word has traveled about Falke’s uniquely terrifying interrogation methods—and the results they yield.

Der Fänger is determined to break Roger, and he’ll employ his own brand of suffering to do so. Months of research surrounding Germany’s hidden weapons programs at Peenemünde is at risk, and only Roger can protect it.

112 pages, Paperback

First published October 18, 2022

About the author

Clarke Mayer is a filmmaker, photographer, and writer from New Jersey. Most of his day is dominated by a Black Mouth Cur named Pam who doesn’t ever run out of energy. He likes to write, hike, and run, but most of all he likes to read and watch crime, spy, horror, and thriller stories.

Reviews

[Carole Poissant · Rating 5 out of 5]

How does a captured spy keep his secrets? An insightful look at the mind of a spy with no hope of escaping torture and death.

[Jude · Rating 5 out of 5]

Superb writing.
This is an outstanding series falling into the thriller/spy/military genres. Great clarity of thought and honesty in Clarke Mayer's writing. Have just finished Cold-blooded, itself is a stand alone novel. The book takes on even greater significance as you read through the other Whispers and Shadows stories. The plot follows an American operative captured by the Nazis and taken in for interrogation. I don't want to be a spoiler, but do appreciate that Mayer is truly a master of detail and precision in his writing. Definitely a five star novel.