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A review by __karen__
The Spy's Son: The True Story of the Highest-Ranking CIA Officer Ever Convicted of Espionage and the Son He Trained to Spy for Russia by Bryan Denson
4.0
Fascinating true story. Jim Nicholson seemed a dedicated CIA employee and dad, but was found to be leaking secrets to Russia. He was investigated by the FBI, caught, and convicted. End of story, right? Not so fast... While in prison, he enlisted his son Nate to act as go-between and to smuggle messages to the Russians.
This is one of those books that I couldn't put down. I listened to the audiobook, and that meant everywhere I went, my phone (with the audiobook loaded) went as well. Jason Culp's narration was excellent, striking just the right tone and pace.
Ultimately, I felt for Nicholson's son, Nate. He'd held his dad in high esteem, and his dad manipulated him without regard for potential repercussions for Nate. All in all, a very interesting story and excellent audiobook. Recommended.
This is one of those books that I couldn't put down. I listened to the audiobook, and that meant everywhere I went, my phone (with the audiobook loaded) went as well. Jason Culp's narration was excellent, striking just the right tone and pace.
Ultimately, I felt for Nicholson's son, Nate. He'd held his dad in high esteem, and his dad manipulated him without regard for potential repercussions for Nate. All in all, a very interesting story and excellent audiobook. Recommended.