The Year of the Locust

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Utterly gripping and elegantly written, this novel is most definitely worth the wait. It offers an epic and immersive experience, filled with unexpected twists that are both deep and compelling. With terrific action sequences and abundant suspense, it ticks all the boxes for a superior geopolitical thriller. Readers will find it more insightful than thrillers by Mr. or Mrs. Clinton, showcasing the author's inside knowledge. As a Denied Access Area spy for the CIA, Kane operates in a realm where boundaries are meaningless. His mission is to infiltrate, accomplish his objectives, and escape by any means necessary. However, some locations defy the rules, and the treacherous badlands where Pakistan, Iran, and Afghanistan converge are among the most perilous. Kane's task is to exfiltrate a man with crucial information for Western safety, but he soon encounters a formidable adversary—a cunning and ruthless individual with a thirst for vengeance, pushing the world to the brink of catastrophe. Readers rave about this gripping narrative, praising the exceptional writing and calling it outstanding and brilliant. Terry Hayes, a Sunday Times bestselling author, returns superbly with this Australian bestseller, making it a must-read for 2023.