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Reviewed on May 16, 2013 | E-Originals
Debut author Matthews proves himself a capable narrativist in this Euro-centric spy vs.spy tale of tradecraft. Engaging, intelligent, and interesting, the novel depicts both sides of present day dance of United States and Russian politics with spooky alacrity. After a ruckus involving a high-level Russian "asset" (spy), unlikely CIA agent Nate Nash is almost fired and lands at Finland station. There he goes mano a womano against Dominika, a former ballerina SVR agent trained as a lastochki (or "sparrow"). These agent...Log In or Sign Up to Read More