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Commies, Cuties, and the CIA

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In Commies, Cuties, and the CIA by Jim Dries, readers are drawn into a 1960s Cold War thriller. The story unfolds with a blend of espionage, intrigue, and political tension, as the protagonist navigates a world of spies and secrets. Infused with suspense and unexpected twists, this crime novel combines historical elements with gripping drama, capturing the essence of a tumultuous era.
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Commies, Cuties, and the CIA

When Carter Redding prevents an assassination attempt, he has no idea how much his life is about to change. After saving Robert Kennedy's life while serving in the Peace Corps, Carter falls into a rabbit hole of encounters with politicians, exotic women, and spirits. A violent encounter in the jungles of Palawan brings his story to an alarming conclusion.

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The time is the 1960s. The setting is the Philippines. The main character is Carter Redding, who is a Peace Corps Volunteer.

Fortunately, but quite by accident, he prevents an assassination of Robert Kennedy. The plotters are sure Carter is more than just a Peace Corps Volunteer. They are furious and attempt to discover who Carter is working for.

Those attempts involve Carter in a series of adventures featuring beautiful women, nefarious characters, unexpected violence, and interactions with spirits. The story moves to various areas in the Philippines and leads to a final confrontation in the jungles of the island of Palawan.

Commies, Cuties, and the CIA by Jim Dries offers an intriguing blend of espionage and adventure set against a vibrant historical backdrop.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781667863764

Publisher: BookBaby

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 October 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: BookBaby

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 228.0mm

Weight: 653g

Pages: 416

About the Author

Jim Dries, like the character in this novel, was a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Philippines in the 1960's. Jim has returned to the Philippines a few times since. The early part of Jim's life was spent in education teaching at all levels. Since retiring, he has acted, directed, and appeared in TV commercials.

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