{"title":"Jeffrey Sterling","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Jeffrey Sterling, a distinguished author known for his compelling works in the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir genre. Sterling's writing offers readers an insightful glimpse into the intricacies of his remarkable life, particularly through his acclaimed work, \u003cem\u003eUnwanted Spy\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnwanted Spy\u003c\/em\u003e takes you on a gripping journey through Sterling's experiences as a former CIA officer. His narrative not only sheds light on the demanding nature of intelligence work but also explores themes of perseverance, identity, and justice. Sterling's candid storytelling and unique perspective make this memoir a must-read for those interested in true stories of espionage and personal resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're drawn to stories of espionage or inspired by tales of overcoming adversity, Jeffrey Sterling's works are sure to leave a lasting impression. His books are perfect for readers who appreciate deeply personal and thought-provoking narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"unwanted-spy-by-jeffrey-sterling-9781568585574","title":"Unwanted Spy","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn May 2015, Jeffrey Sterling was sentenced to three and a half years in prison. He was convicted of violating the Espionage Act by revealing details about Operation Merlin (a covert operation that aimed to frame Iran by leaking flawed nuclear blueprints) to journalist and author James Risen. He was released from prison in January 2018.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHere, Sterling chronicles his story, from his youth in a poor, segregated neighbourhood in the Midwest, through law school and into the CIA. At the CIA, he rose through the ranks to become operations officer in the Iran task force and later a case officer. But then he hit a glass ceiling and was told that as a black man, he stood out too much and couldn't handle sensitive operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2000, he filed a complaint with the CIA's Equal Employment Office and, a year later, the first racial discrimination lawsuit filed against the agency. But his claim was thrown out and he was terminated, even though he was one of few case officers who were fluent in Farsi, a skill that was in high demand at the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2003, he raised concerns about Operation Merlin with the Senate Intelligence Committee, to no effect. Then, after years working as a health-care fraud investigator, he was arrested by FBI agents, his home was searched and he was charged with espionage. The verdict put him in prison.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter serving three years in prison, Sterling is still proud of his work with the CIA and considers himself first and foremost a patriot. It is his patriotism that compelled him to blow the whistle on the systemic racism of the CIA and on the misguided operation in Iran and now to pursue justice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnwanted Spy\u003c\/em\u003e reflects both his journey and his unwavering resolve to seek justice and equality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46846936776940,"sku":"9781568585574","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13076403482746.jpg?v=1758928958"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/jeffrey-sterling.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}