A superb spy novel! It divides in two parts: the dangerous mission Charles Jenkins believed he was on;, and revelations and consequences of the actual situation, unbeknownst to him.
The novel has several unusually well-drawn minor characters, including the 9-year-old son of the main character and an amiable yet determined Russian spymaster who faces some of the same pressures as Jenkins, but from the other side.
Can't wait to read the other two novels in the series.
The novel has several unusually well-drawn minor characters, including the 9-year-old son of the main character and an amiable yet determined Russian spymaster who faces some of the same pressures as Jenkins, but from the other side.
Can't wait to read the other two novels in the series.
Charles Jenkins is a family man and former spy. He's now enjoying retirement in Washington State, running his own security firm and expecting a new baby. Despite all this, he's in financial trouble. He therefore can't believe his luck when his old CIA boss shows up with a seemingly genuine opportunity: a mission for the CIA to save the lives of some undercover operatives inside Russia. Jenkins needs the money, so he accepts. Unfortunately, all is not what it seems and before long, Jenkins is on the run from the Russian authorities and can't expect any help from home. When he finally makes it home, he find himself charged with espionage and facing multiple life terms. His only hope is to somehow prove that he was on a legitimate mission for the CIA and that will only happen if he can outwit those who want to silence him.
The Eighth Sister by Robert Dugoni is almost the perfect spy novel. From a secret spy network to a retired spy coming out of retirement, this novel just doesn't quit. My favorite literary spy is a tossup between Ludlum's Jason Bourne and Bell's Alex Hawke. That said, a close second would be Dugoni's Charles Jenkins. Dugoni has also done a yeoman's job of creating the Russian character who doggedly pursues Jenkins across Russia and Southern Europe. I highly recommend this book to thriller fans and give it 5/5 stars.
*A copy of the ebook is the only compensation received in exchange for this review.*
The Eighth Sister by Robert Dugoni is almost the perfect spy novel. From a secret spy network to a retired spy coming out of retirement, this novel just doesn't quit. My favorite literary spy is a tossup between Ludlum's Jason Bourne and Bell's Alex Hawke. That said, a close second would be Dugoni's Charles Jenkins. Dugoni has also done a yeoman's job of creating the Russian character who doggedly pursues Jenkins across Russia and Southern Europe. I highly recommend this book to thriller fans and give it 5/5 stars.
*A copy of the ebook is the only compensation received in exchange for this review.*
