Exploring the transition from the public realm of publishing to the secretive operations of the CIA, the author shares experiences from his unique journey through Damascus, the Golan Heights, and Hollywood. As a National Geographic fieldworker and translator, he connects with fellow hidden professionals, like stunt actors. The narrative reveals the complexities of intelligence work, where success is defined by clandestine missions rather than fame, offering readers an intriguing glimpse into a shadowy world of counterterrorism and covert analysis.
