Gayle Lynds is an acclaimed author celebrated for her international espionage novels, earning her the title of "today's best espionage writer." Critics praise her thrilling narratives, calling her a "kick-ass thriller writer." Lynds draws inspiration from her background as a reporter and her time working in a think tank with top-secret clearance, weaving these experiences into compelling fiction. She skillfully blends literary depth with high-stakes plots, creating novels that have been recognized among the genre's all-time best.
When an explosion destroys the Pasteur Institute in Paris, Marty Zellerbach is left in a coma, while a top computer scientist - Emile Chambord - goes missing. Although a terrorist group takes credit for the bombing, officials begin to wonder whether there might be a more sinister plot at work.