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beastreader's review against another edition
4.0
Eva Blake was sent to prison for the murder of her husband.
Tucker Anderson works for the CIA. He is interested in locating the Library of Gold. It was rumored that Ivan the Terrible buried this impressive collection of books from Poetry to Aristophanes under the Kremlin. Many people searched for it but never found it. Recently a book titled The Book of Spies appeared in a museum in London, England. The Book of Spies supposed came from the Library of Gold.
Tucker offers Eva a deal. If she locates the true destination of the Library of Gold and she walks out of prison with her record wiped clean. It is too good of an offer for Eva to pass up.
Judd Ryder has been hired by Anderson to keep an eye on Eva and make sure she accomplishes her mission. It is easier said then done, if Judd can stay alive. Can he and Eva stay one step ahead of the men who are after them?
The Book of Spies will have you on the edge of your seat! I am almost embarrassed to admit that I have never read anything by Ms. Lynds until now. For a fan of mystery thrillers this is sad. Lucky, I will be rectifying this problem very soon. I devoured this book. I can’t remember the last time I sat down and really enjoyed a spy novel. The Book of Spies is Ms. Lynds first spy novel in a brand new series. Eva and Judd fit together like two puzzle pieces. They fed off each other’s intelligence and abilities that the other one possessed. You better put in your running shoes as Eva and Judd will have you racing across the pond in full speed. Also beware the many twists and turns along the way. The Book of Spies is not to be missed!
Tucker Anderson works for the CIA. He is interested in locating the Library of Gold. It was rumored that Ivan the Terrible buried this impressive collection of books from Poetry to Aristophanes under the Kremlin. Many people searched for it but never found it. Recently a book titled The Book of Spies appeared in a museum in London, England. The Book of Spies supposed came from the Library of Gold.
Tucker offers Eva a deal. If she locates the true destination of the Library of Gold and she walks out of prison with her record wiped clean. It is too good of an offer for Eva to pass up.
Judd Ryder has been hired by Anderson to keep an eye on Eva and make sure she accomplishes her mission. It is easier said then done, if Judd can stay alive. Can he and Eva stay one step ahead of the men who are after them?
The Book of Spies will have you on the edge of your seat! I am almost embarrassed to admit that I have never read anything by Ms. Lynds until now. For a fan of mystery thrillers this is sad. Lucky, I will be rectifying this problem very soon. I devoured this book. I can’t remember the last time I sat down and really enjoyed a spy novel. The Book of Spies is Ms. Lynds first spy novel in a brand new series. Eva and Judd fit together like two puzzle pieces. They fed off each other’s intelligence and abilities that the other one possessed. You better put in your running shoes as Eva and Judd will have you racing across the pond in full speed. Also beware the many twists and turns along the way. The Book of Spies is not to be missed!
gaderianne's review against another edition
3.0
I would really give this one a 3.5 if I could.
A few years ago I reviewed The Last Spymaster by Gayle Lynds and wasn't sure I would follow up with other books by her. I picked this one up from my parent's house and was pleasantly surprised to find I liked it. It is about Ivan the Great's lost library (The Library of Gold) and the secret organization that runs it.
Murder. Mystery. Terrorism. It certainly was a page turner...and not a plot I expected about a hidden away library. A quick, entertaining read!
A few years ago I reviewed The Last Spymaster by Gayle Lynds and wasn't sure I would follow up with other books by her. I picked this one up from my parent's house and was pleasantly surprised to find I liked it. It is about Ivan the Great's lost library (The Library of Gold) and the secret organization that runs it.
Murder. Mystery. Terrorism. It certainly was a page turner...and not a plot I expected about a hidden away library. A quick, entertaining read!
ottoj's review against another edition
5.0
I enjoyed this book. It reminded me of a cross between DaVinci Code and National Treasure. There were also many twists in the plot
maddox22's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
pranjallives's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
cnorbury's review against another edition
3.0
Remindful of The DaVinci Code and books of that sort, with secret societies, hidden treasures and secrets, etc. For me, The Book of Spies fell short.
The premise was interesting, but not compelling. Pace was lethargic at times, and in a few places I felt more like I was getting a history lesson than reading a thriller. Characters were nothing special,just good, solid male and female protagonists and supporting cast.
If you haven't read Dan Brown's books, it might be instructive to read this first, then Brown's books, and see how the two authors compare in that order.
The premise was interesting, but not compelling. Pace was lethargic at times, and in a few places I felt more like I was getting a history lesson than reading a thriller. Characters were nothing special,just good, solid male and female protagonists and supporting cast.
If you haven't read Dan Brown's books, it might be instructive to read this first, then Brown's books, and see how the two authors compare in that order.
nae1226's review against another edition
4.0
So far different characters are being introduced and their lives are complicated and full of mystery. The characters converged and the plot was action packed. I like it. Similar to Matthew Riley, but more sophisticated characters.
ptaradactyl's review against another edition
3.0
Dear characters in spy novels,
Have we learned nothing by now? Have countless movies and other adventures taught us nothing? If you don't make sure he's dead, the person trying to kill you will inevitably come back in an effort to finish the job. After all, he was trying to kill you before. Not killing him when you have the chance (TWICE!!) is unlikely to change his mind. At least you had the dignity not to act surprised when he showed back up.
Secondly, it's 2010. You should know that you can be tracked by a cell phone. Five years ago, I would have let you slide on a lack of tech knowledge, but not now. Have you never watched Law and Order?
In this case, I commend you for not quite falling into being Mary Sues. Yes, you're attractive, fit, and alarmingly skilled, but you managed to toe the line without crossing it, even with your respective tragic histories.
I enjoyed your adventures. I really did. They were well told and unexpected. But come one. Ditch those cell phones. Neutralize the people trying to kill you. I'll like you better for it.
Have we learned nothing by now? Have countless movies and other adventures taught us nothing? If you don't make sure he's dead, the person trying to kill you will inevitably come back in an effort to finish the job. After all, he was trying to kill you before. Not killing him when you have the chance (TWICE!!) is unlikely to change his mind. At least you had the dignity not to act surprised when he showed back up.
Secondly, it's 2010. You should know that you can be tracked by a cell phone. Five years ago, I would have let you slide on a lack of tech knowledge, but not now. Have you never watched Law and Order?
In this case, I commend you for not quite falling into being Mary Sues. Yes, you're attractive, fit, and alarmingly skilled, but you managed to toe the line without crossing it, even with your respective tragic histories.
I enjoyed your adventures. I really did. They were well told and unexpected. But come one. Ditch those cell phones. Neutralize the people trying to kill you. I'll like you better for it.