Henry Porter ist ein britischer Journalist und Schriftsteller, der Kommentare und Reportagen für führende nationale Zeitungen verfasst. Seine Arbeit zeichnet sich durch scharfe Beobachtung und einen prägnanten analytischen Ansatz zu aktuellen Themen aus. Porters Stil ist sowohl lesbar als auch zum Nachdenken anregend und bietet den Lesern tiefere Einblicke in die Welt, über die er schreibt. Sein Journalismus hat ihn zu einer angesehenen Stimme in den britischen Medien gemacht.
Offering a gripping exploration of espionage, this thriller showcases intricate plots and complex characters reminiscent of John le Carré's legacy. The narrative is tailored for enthusiasts of modern spy fiction, delivering suspense and intrigue akin to the works of Mick Herron, Charles Cumming, and David McCloskey. Readers can expect a blend of sophisticated storytelling and deep character development, making it a must-read for fans of the genre.
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Heart-stopping international spy thriller from 'An espionage master' (Charles Cumming) starring ex-MI6 officer Paul Samson for fans of Mick Herron, Lee Child and John le Carre
The stunning new thriller from 'the proud carrier of the flag first unfurled by John le Carre' (LEE CHILD) 'An espionage master' CHARLES CUMMING 'Timely and terrific' MICK HERRON on Firefly 'Epic ... remarkable ... his best book yet' Sunday Times on Firefly Aid worker Anastasia Christakos is driving through Calabria to visit one of the new refugee centres funded by her husband, billionaire Denis Hisami, when she slows down to greet two African migrants she recognises. Too late she realises it is an ambush. She manages a desperate phone call to Hisami before her Mafia kidnappers drug her. Hours later she wakes up on a container ship, powering eastwards across the Mediterranean. Anastasia has been abducted and held hostage because Hisami has explosive information that his enemies have killed for and will kill for again. But Hisami's time as a commander with the Kurdish Peshmerga has caught up with him, and the US authorities have jailed him for possible past terrorist activities. For all his wealth, he is powerless to save his wife. Only one man can help him. Paul Samson, former MI6 agent and a genius at tracking missing persons. He's the obvious choice. There's only one snag. Samson was, and probably still is, in love with Anastasia. If he manages to locate and save her, will it be for Hisami - or himself?
A superb new international thriller from this acclaimed and prize-winning writer: the boy could lead them straight to a terror threat at the heart of Europe. They just have to find him first - before the other side does
One of the most important books of 2009. Henry Porter's new novel paints a chilling portrait of the police-state that the UK is about to become...
Raunen und Flüstern begleiten Kim in jeden Winkel von Skirl, dem verwahrlosten Sitz seiner Familie. Knarrende Dielen, Luftzüge aus dem Nichts und von Geisterhand geschriebene Nachrichten warnen ihn vor dem Unheil, das bevorsteht. Als ein Dienstmädchen verschwindet und ein Fremder Einlass in Skirl verlangt, überstürzen sich die Ereignisse. Kim stößt auf ein furchtbares Geheimnis: Auf seiner Familie liegt ein todbringender Fluch, und er soll das nächste Opfer sein! Um sein Leben und das seiner Freunde zu retten, muss Kim sich auf den gefährlichsten aller Wege begeben: den Weg zurück durch die Zeit.
