The Secret Soldier

This is a first-rate action thriller. The pace is wonderful, with great action sequences and great character development. The villains and heroes are not cliches. They have real depth and motivations; some simple, some complex. The author takes the time to let the plot develop and increase your investment in the story. A story that is as topical as it is exciting. The ending is perhaps not what you would expect, but it is ultimately what turns this novel from good, but forgettable to great and memorable. It is gratifying to see this type of story in the hands of a truly gifted writer. Any fan of spy or action thrillers will be sure to enjoy this latest from Alex Berenson. Highly recommended.