Kirkus Reviews - A compact spy thriller that explores the ways in which a good man can survive in a shady milieu.
In Clarke’s espionage thriller, an operative must rely on his inner resources after he’s framed...Clarke takes readers on a fascinating journey into logistics, an area of espionage few consider. He has wisely built his narrative around an admirable lead character who remains conscientious and well meaning despite operating in a doubtlessly dirty business. A larger cast of supporting characters might have enlivened the story a bit, but perhaps the narrator’s relative isolation is the point—he largely operates alone and must be able to rely solely on his own ingenuity. The author deftly illuminates the mind of someone capable of handling such intricate, high-stakes work.
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Vendeur : BargainBookStores, Grand Rapids, MI, Etats-Unis
Paperback or Softback. Etat : New. The Man with the Green Motorcycle: A Rare Book Odyssey. A New York Tale. Book. N° de réf. du vendeur BBS-9781998861774
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Vendeur : California Books, Miami, FL, Etats-Unis
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur L2-9781998861774
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur L2-9781998861774
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Vendeur : CitiRetail, Stevenage, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. This short novel follows a protagonist's journey across decades, moving from the streets of New York to various international locations. The narrative unfolds against a backdrop of elite wealth, the world of rare books, and real historical and geopolitical events.Spanning multiple eras, the story draws on authentic details from these contexts to explore the consequences of difficult decisions in hidden, high-stakes environments. It is told through contrasting, grounded voices that reflect ordinary human perspectives amid unusual circumstances.The book combines elements of thriller pacing with quieter, reflective moments, emphasizing character growth and the weight of choices over time. At an approachable length, it offers a complete arc without excess.Readers interested in sophisticated espionage fiction, intricate plots rooted in history, and subtle examinations of power and morality may find it aligns with the traditions of authors like John le Carre (for moral complexity), Len Deighton (for realistic operational texture), and Tom Clancy (for procedural grounding), while maintaining a distinct, human-scale focus." This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781998861774
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