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Ghost

The gripping new thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author of NOMAD
By James Swallow
Series: The Marc Dane series
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Ghost by James Swallow is a gripping crime thriller that follows a talented intelligence operative, Marc Dane, who finds himself in a deadly conspiracy while on the run. As he delves into a world of espionage and deceit, he's forced to navigate a dangerous game of cat and mouse to clear his name and uncover a sinister plot. The book is packed with suspense, intricate plot twists, and non-stop action, offering a thrilling ride from start to finish.
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You might enjoy this gripping tale if you have a penchant for intense crime and thrillers with espionage at its core. The story expertly weaves intrigue and heart-pounding action, providing a deep dive into clandestine operations and the complexities of the modern-day spy world. If you relish stories with clever twists and morally complex characters, this book will likely capture your interest and keep you on the edge of your seat.

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The explosive new action thriller from the internationally bestselling author of Nomad and Exile, now in paperback.

The explosive new action thriller from the internationally bestselling author of NOMAD and EXILE

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A terrible threat from the depths of the dark net. A devastating betrayal at the heart of a covert strike force. A deadly pursuit across a digital battlefield. A ruthless terrorist fuelled by revenge.

As devastating attacks unfold across the globe, Marc Dane must call on all his skills and ingenuity to track down the mysterious figure behind it all - a faceless criminal known only as Madrigal.

Before they plunge the world into war...

Ghost by James Swallow is a gripping thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.

Series: The Marc Dane series

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  • Nomad
    Find the truth before they find you... Marc Dane is an MI6 field agent at home behind a computer screen, one step away from the action. But when a brutal attack on his team leaves Marc as the only survivor—and with the shocking knowledge that there are traitors inside MI6—he's forced into the front line. However, the evidence seems to...
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  • Shadow
    A ruthless far-right terrorist is broken out of captivity. A mysterious scientist with a terrible secret is abducted. A lethal contagion threatens millions of lives across Europe and the Middle East. Ex-MI6 officer Marc Dane faces a deadly race against time to stop a devastating attack — before a new kind of weapon is unleashed... Shadow poses the haunting question:...
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  • Rogue
    In modern espionage, every action has a reaction. One wrong move could sink an entire region into turmoil - even war. Ex-MI6 operative Marc Dane understands this better than anyone. Dedicating his life to protecting the country means he's collected enemies, and a lot of them. But for those hellbent on bringing the West to its knees, each failed plot...
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  • Ghost
    A terrible threat from the depths of the dark net. A devastating betrayal at the heart of a covert strike force. A deadly pursuit across a digital battlefield. A ruthless terrorist fuelled by revenge. As devastating attacks unfold across the globe, Marc Dane must call on all his skills and ingenuity to track down the mysterious figure behind it all...
    By James Swallow
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  • Exile
    Nomad was explosive. This is nuclear. A vicious Serbian gang whose profits come from fake nuclear weapons. A disgraced Russian general, with access to the real thing. A vengeful Somali warlord, with a cause for which he'd let the world burn. A jaded government agency, without the information to stop him. Only one man sees what's coming. And even he...
    By James Swallow
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Ghost by James Swallow is praised as a "jaw-dropping adventure" and considered a noteworthy addition to the cyber thriller genre. Readers appreciate the suspense and engaging plot that Swallow is known for delivering.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781785763779

Publisher: Zaffre

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 December 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Zaffre

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 35.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 358g

Pages: 512

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction James Swallow Series: The Marc Dane series Spy & Espionage Thriller

About the Author

James Swallow is a scriptwriter and veteran author with over 750,000 books currently in print around the world. He was BAFTA-nominated for his writing on the critically acclaimed video game Deus Ex: Human Revolution.

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