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February 20, 2021

Q and A: Paul Vidich on Writing Espionage Novels, the CIA, and Why He Likes Strong Women

February 20, 2021/ Adam Cohen
Q and A: Paul Vidich on Writing Espionage Novels, the CIA, and Why He Likes Strong Women

The Conventions of the Espionage Thriller “Give You Space to Explore Human Frailties”

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March 26, 2020

REVIEW: 'The Last Tourist' Brings Back One of the Great Modern Espionage Heroes

March 26, 2020/ Adam Cohen
REVIEW: 'The Last Tourist' Brings Back One of the Great Modern Espionage Heroes

CIA Assassin Milo Weaver Has Returned to Practice His Dark Arts, and it is Good to Have Him Back

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