by Ted Bell
Part of Alexander Hawke, book 7
First published 2012
Alex Hawke stands in the crosshairs of global catastrophe. The British counterspy faces his most dangerous adversary yet: a madman armed with cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence technology. This enemy has crafted a superweapon that could trigger worldwide destruction. Hawke must track this threat across multiple continents, using his trademark combination of intelligence, combat skills, and unshakeable nerve. Time runs short as the weapon nears deployment. The chase takes Hawke through hostile territories where one mistake means death for millions. He operates in the shadows of international espionage, where allies can become enemies and trust is a luxury he cannot afford. The fate of civilization hangs in the balance as Hawke closes in on his target. This mission will test every skill he has learned in his career as a secret agent. The world needs saving, and Alex Hawke is the only man who can do it.
Genres: adventure, thriller, action, espionage
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, secret-agent
496 pages · Hardcover · HarperCollins