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Jamie Austen Thriller #2
The Ingenue
Bae Hwa is a thirteen-year-old North Korean girl who likes to steal backpacks. When she unknowingly gets her hands on a satchel full of nuclear codes, her entire family is in danger and she ends up in prison. CIA cybercrime’s expert, Alex Halee, goes off mission and infiltrates The Lazarus Group, a North Korean covert lab run by the notorious Pok. When he’s discovered and thrown in the same prison cell as Bae, it’s a race against time to save them both and keep the codes out of the hands of those who want to destroy America . . .
“I’m hooked on Terry Toler novels.”
“You never know where it’s going to go next. Love it!”
“You kept me on the edge of my seat.”
“The way you educate the reader about spy techniques while Alex educated the young girl was masterful.”
If you like intrigue, plot twists, deep emotional connections between the characters, and gut-wrenching drama, then you’ll love this fast-paced adventure by best-selling author, Terry Toler.
“I’m hooked on Terry Toler novels.”
“You never know where it’s going to go next. Love it!”
“You kept me on the edge of my seat.”
“The way you educate the reader about spy techniques while Alex educated the young girl was masterful.”
If you like intrigue, plot twists, deep emotional connections between the characters, and gut-wrenching drama, then you’ll love this fast-paced adventure by best-selling author, Terry Toler.
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Published September 1, 2022
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About the author
Terry Toler
66 books90 followersTERRY TOLER is a international #1 best selling and award winning author who has written seventeen non fiction books and thirty novels including the Jamie Austen and Alex Halee spy stories along with The Eden Stories. He is a public speaker, counselor, and retired entrepreneur. Impacting the lives of people worldwide through storytelling has become one of his passions in life. He can be followed at terrytoler.com.
"Terry Toler is well written, and a rising star in literary fiction." Michael DeAngelo (Reviewer)
The Longest Day won the 2020 Best Book Award for Religious Fiction sponsored by American Book Fest. Saving Sara and The Late Great Planet Jupiter were both finalists for the 2021 Best Book Award in the Thriller/Adventure and REligious Fiction categories.
"Terry Toler is well written, and a rising star in literary fiction." Michael DeAngelo (Reviewer)
The Longest Day won the 2020 Best Book Award for Religious Fiction sponsored by American Book Fest. Saving Sara and The Late Great Planet Jupiter were both finalists for the 2021 Best Book Award in the Thriller/Adventure and REligious Fiction categories.
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March 2, 2021
So Terry Toler wrote a series that includes both a female heroine and a male hero. The female is the focus for the majority of book one (Save the Girls.) In book two, Alex is the focus. What was interesting about this book is the fact that it is set in North Korea. How the author presented the country definitely seemed accurate. The thirteen year old secondary character was feisty and added a lot to the story. The situations were believable. One of the sweetest parts in the book was at the small mountain café - that woman's faith was inspiring. This book has to do with cyber security and may scare you from wanting to ever use a computer again. I think I enjoyed this second book even more. While it was equally intense as book one, the topic was less intrusive.
December 3, 2020
Living in one of the cruelest and closed countries in the world is not an easy deal, so it´s surprising to find a teenager so resilient and determined as Bae. She sees so much destruction and wrongdoings and has no idea what the world outside of her own is like. The two US agents who help her at a very difficult moment, also bring some light to her life and allow her to become just a teenager again. Lots of action, many beliefs spoke for, and an overall sense of relief as things go back to normal again. Very entertaining!
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 10, 2022
I found this one a but harder to read and get into than the other Jamie Austen books, but it was still excellent.
This takes place in North Korea and South Korea and involves codes being stolen by a young girl, Bae, not knowing she was getting a satchel of incredibly valuable nuclear codes.
In the meantime, Alex gets into a cyber lab in North Korea but ends up running for his life. When Alex disappears and his handler gets concerned, Jamie gets called. She goes to South Korea but on the way runs into two Iranians who are after Alex and the codes.
This takes place in North Korea and South Korea and involves codes being stolen by a young girl, Bae, not knowing she was getting a satchel of incredibly valuable nuclear codes.
In the meantime, Alex gets into a cyber lab in North Korea but ends up running for his life. When Alex disappears and his handler gets concerned, Jamie gets called. She goes to South Korea but on the way runs into two Iranians who are after Alex and the codes.
May 30, 2021
Loved it!!
Oh my gosh, these books are so much fun! The spy stuff is great, but the dialogue with it is priceless! These characters are quickly becoming favorites. I highly recommend this book as well as any others in the series. I haven’t read them all yet, but I truly anticipate some awesome books ahead!
Oh my gosh, these books are so much fun! The spy stuff is great, but the dialogue with it is priceless! These characters are quickly becoming favorites. I highly recommend this book as well as any others in the series. I haven’t read them all yet, but I truly anticipate some awesome books ahead!
December 5, 2020
Great Read
This is an exciting spy thriller with complex, interesting characters. You can’t help but root for the main characters but the action in So. Korea gives insight into the lives of the common people living there. I absolutely plan on reading more in the series.
This is an exciting spy thriller with complex, interesting characters. You can’t help but root for the main characters but the action in So. Korea gives insight into the lives of the common people living there. I absolutely plan on reading more in the series.
February 21, 2021
Another good one
Terry Toler has written a good second story in the series with Adam and Jamie spies who are romanticly involved. He is in North Korea and becomes involved with saving a 13 year old girl whose parents have been killed. This can be read as a stand alone book.
Terry Toler has written a good second story in the series with Adam and Jamie spies who are romanticly involved. He is in North Korea and becomes involved with saving a 13 year old girl whose parents have been killed. This can be read as a stand alone book.
February 22, 2021
The Ingenue: Political Spy Thriller
Love his stories! Suspense and romance combined! Kept me guessing until the end! Recommend to readers. This one is the second in a series of three!
Love his stories! Suspense and romance combined! Kept me guessing until the end! Recommend to readers. This one is the second in a series of three!
March 10, 2021
Fast paced and informative
Not only is this a great read you can learn a lot about self defense. I also learned quite a bit about North Korea and the deplorable living conditions for the people
Not only is this a great read you can learn a lot about self defense. I also learned quite a bit about North Korea and the deplorable living conditions for the people
March 21, 2021
A touch James Bondish
I enjoyed the tale the characters were believable in the main and likeable. The action was continuous if somewhat contrived. Having said all that I will look out for Terry Toler and read more of his work.
I enjoyed the tale the characters were believable in the main and likeable. The action was continuous if somewhat contrived. Having said all that I will look out for Terry Toler and read more of his work.
May 7, 2021
Excellent action and suspense!
I couldn't hardly put this book down after I started reading! It had action, suspense and a little romance! I guess this is my favorite book so far this year and I've already read 100 books!
I couldn't hardly put this book down after I started reading! It had action, suspense and a little romance! I guess this is my favorite book so far this year and I've already read 100 books!
April 28, 2023
This was a great book. I absolutely loved Bae. She was a breath of fresh air. She made me laugh out loud at her antics. I was 100% on her side when she said she wanted to go to spy school. I thought she'd make a good little spy. Can't wait to see her again in another edition (fingers crossed).
December 15, 2020
Excellent read! Loved the characters, they were very real, smart and engaging. I’d definitely recommend this book and want to read more by this author
February 3, 2021
Ingenue
Wonderful story. It is full of action and suspense. It is also heart warming and I love its message. It kept me awake at night to finish it.
Wonderful story. It is full of action and suspense. It is also heart warming and I love its message. It kept me awake at night to finish it.
February 16, 2021
A must read!
As good as his other books maybe better! I read it in one sitting even while eating my lunch. Well done Mr. Toler
As good as his other books maybe better! I read it in one sitting even while eating my lunch. Well done Mr. Toler
March 20, 2021
A great clean, action packed read with likeable characters.
I enjoy all the Alex and Jamie books because I prefer to read clean stories that include mystery and intrigue
I enjoy all the Alex and Jamie books because I prefer to read clean stories that include mystery and intrigue
April 8, 2021
Excellent spy thriller
I really enjoyed this book The Ingenue: Political Spy Thriller. The story takes place in North Korea and was well written and kept my attention throughout.
I really enjoyed this book The Ingenue: Political Spy Thriller. The story takes place in North Korea and was well written and kept my attention throughout.
May 31, 2021
As always, Terrys books keep you guessing right up to the end. Well written, excellent plot line. Loved it
December 13, 2021
Good stories,on to the next one !
January 8, 2022
Enjoyable story, likable characters. Held my interest throughout the book. I am likely to read other books in this series.
November 25, 2021
Good story and characters
Why not five stars? At times the story gets hung up in a "what could happen if" loop before the actual scene plays out. Once is ok but not every single time the story heads into critical action or a possible dilemma. None the less, it still kept me engaged, anticipating and wanting more!
Why not five stars? At times the story gets hung up in a "what could happen if" loop before the actual scene plays out. Once is ok but not every single time the story heads into critical action or a possible dilemma. None the less, it still kept me engaged, anticipating and wanting more!
October 14, 2023
I really love the series
And in this book a continuation of the Jamie Austin series, her boyfriend, Alex Hayee takes center stage and his skill- set in the spy world is better revealed. Alex takes on North Korea, with the help of a little girl who has a spy skill-set of her own. In addition to a lot of action,Toler reveals a lot of little known facts about North Korea, and their way of life. I am so glad I started the series.
And in this book a continuation of the Jamie Austin series, her boyfriend, Alex Hayee takes center stage and his skill- set in the spy world is better revealed. Alex takes on North Korea, with the help of a little girl who has a spy skill-set of her own. In addition to a lot of action,Toler reveals a lot of little known facts about North Korea, and their way of life. I am so glad I started the series.
June 1, 2021
Only finished it to see if anything interesting might happen, first half had real potential. A bit predictable and preachy... main character is a good christian, just the best at everything, all non-christians are portrayed as evil, conscienceless monsters. sigh.
August 1, 2024
Action packed !
The book had me at the edge of my seat it was hard to put down.
The characters were very interesting. While I know very little how intelligence agencies work, it seemed believable to me
The book had me at the edge of my seat it was hard to put down.
The characters were very interesting. While I know very little how intelligence agencies work, it seemed believable to me
July 24, 2023
Great book
I want sure if I would get into this book since I'm not into computers and such but it was just as good as other books by this author. I recommend reading it.
I want sure if I would get into this book since I'm not into computers and such but it was just as good as other books by this author. I recommend reading it.
November 26, 2023
Another Good one
Excellent read. Loved it to the end.👍 I ready for the next adventure to begin. Congratulations to Alex and Jamie
Excellent read. Loved it to the end.👍 I ready for the next adventure to begin. Congratulations to Alex and Jamie
January 9, 2024
This is the second in the series a nice easy read can’t wait to read his third
May 31, 2024
Introduction to Alex. Looking forward to
mutual adventures.
mutual adventures.
June 10, 2024
Book 2 in this series doesn’t disappoint. Alex is sent on a mission to South Korea and things deteriorated from there. Plenty of action and intrigue in this story.
June 30, 2024
Love the story!
The characters and the story were incredible. They were woven together so seamlessly that it made this book hard to put down.
The characters and the story were incredible. They were woven together so seamlessly that it made this book hard to put down.
July 23, 2024
Great storie
Loved the Interaction between Alex and Bae.
Great to see this side of Alex as a person and father figure. Great job
Loved the Interaction between Alex and Bae.
Great to see this side of Alex as a person and father figure. Great job
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