John Wells, whom we first met in The Faithful Spy, stumbled upon an Arab plot to steal nuclear bombs from Russia and set them off in America.  Wells must put aside a personal vendetta and save the day.  Fast moving and complex, this series is truly shaping up, they are first-rate.

Comparison: Ted Bell, Glenn Meade, Vince Flynn.

Synopsis

After two high-risk missions, CIA special agent John Wells is living on the edge, his nights filled with disturbing dreams. He knows he has no time for rest - and he has made many enemies. But what happens next shocks him to the core. First, he is targeted by assassins sent by a psychotic arms dealer out for revenge. His girlfriend is left for dead. Then, in vengeful pursuit of his assailants in Moscow, he stumbles on a terrifying plot. Terrorists have successfully targeted Russia's nuclear complex and are planning an attack on America's shores. With the clock ticking, Wells realises that to stand a chance of preventing it, he mustn't let a personal vendetta get in his way - the future of the West depends upon him.

Reviews

'Berenson's well-plotted and thoughtful third thriller to feature CIA agent John Wells ... Fast and furious ... this is a welcome addition to an excellent series Publishers Weekly Alex Berenson's third novel, The Silent Man, succeeds in seizing the attention from the start and never letting go until the end' New York Times

About the Author

Alex Berenson is a reporter for The New York Times who has covered topics ranging from the occupation of Iraq to the flooding of New Orleans. He graduated from Yale University in 1994 with degrees in history and economics. This is his first novel. He lives in New York City. More books by this author Author 'Like for Like' recommendation