{"product_id":"the-cormorant-hunt-9781668082287","title":"The Cormorant Hunt","description":"\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSlow Horses\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e meets \u003ci\u003eRed Sparrow \u003c\/i\u003ein this electrifying spy thriller and follow-up to \u003ci\u003eThe Collaborators\u003c\/i\u003e, where a disillusioned CIA officer infiltrates an extremist group in the heart of Europe.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDisheartened CIA officer Ari Falk, now hiding in the Republic of Georgia, is hailed as a hero by some and branded a traitor by others after blowing the lid off a massive conspiracy. But his quiet exile is shattered when a mission arises--one perfectly suited for someone as jaded and unpredictable as him. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis stand-alone sequel thrusts us into a modern era of geopolitical conflict, where a hot war in Europe and shadowy political schemes set the stage for danger at every turn. Enter Asha Tamaskar, a brilliant, neurodivergent CIA officer with her own secrets, and Felix Burnham, a chilling antagonist with radical alliances that could change the global balance of power. From Tbilisi to Prague, Andorra to Bethesda, Idov crafts vivid, authentic settings that amplify the pulse-pounding action. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFar from the usual spy thriller, \u003ci\u003eThe Cormorant Hunt\u003c\/i\u003e is brimming with razor-sharp dialogue, heart-stopping twists, and complex character dynamics that bring humanity to the chaos. Every border crossed carries real-world consequences, making this a thriller that feels both urgent and unforgettable. Blending suspense, wit, and authentic storytelling, it's a must-read for fans of political intrigue, espionage, and thrillers that don't play by the rules.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMichael Idov is a novelist, director, and screenwriter. A Latvian-born American raised in Riga under Soviet occupation, he moved to New York after graduating from the University of Michigan. Michael's writing career began at \u003ci\u003eNew York \u003c\/i\u003emagazine, where his features won three National Magazine Awards, and he has served as the editor-in-chief of \u003ci\u003eGQ Russia\u003c\/i\u003e. He is also the author of \u003ci\u003eThe Collaborators\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eGround Up\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eDressed Up for a Riot\u003c\/i\u003e. Michael has worked on numerous film and TV projects, including \u003ci\u003eLondongrad\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eDeutschland 83\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLeto\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Humorist\u003c\/i\u003e. He and his wife and screenwriting partner, Lily, divide their time between Los Angeles, Berlin, and Portugal.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Scribner Book Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51967198200082,"sku":"9781668082287","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_40f5e2bc-fe5a-4f65-a28b-b90afbe312ba.jpg?v=1768929487","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-cormorant-hunt-9781668082287","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}