Another fabulously engrossing and entertaining Jason Bourne tale.
When Jason runs into someone from his past, he once again enters the
game of chase , catch and kill or be caught and be killed.
His memory of his past remains hidden with bits and pieces coming forth at odd moments in his life.
He once again tries to regain some memories of his past as his pseudo identities of Cain, David Weber and Jason Bourne,
But the memories begin to fracture and resurface, bit by bit, as he works to remember what really happened in a brutal
attack 10 years previously that killed several members of a ruthless, but hidden in society., rebel organization that sent him
running and the woman he loved, in hiding.
Believing she is now targeted as well as himself, he sets out to track her down.
The story is brilliant in its complexity but clearly defined characters and plot with twists that you just do not see coming.
For all the back and forth between now and then of both characters and story, it is amazingly easy to follow and pulls you
in 100% on page 1.
Kudos to another simply great story.
Ready for the next one.

I WANTED TO LOVE THIS BOOK. Brian Freeman is no Robert Ludlum. This wasn't Jason Bourne. Not far into The Bourne Shadow, I wondered if Freeman had even READ the Bourne trilogy. In the books (spoiler) Marie never died; that was a construct of the movie, and (another spoiler) Bourne and Marie have a kid in the third and last of Ludlum's Bourne books. And (spoiler) David Webb/Jason Bourne was a POW and Vietnam Veteran, which would make him at least 75 by now. Ludlum's Bourne was always CAPABLE, even when he didn't know why he was. Freeman's Bourne needs rescuing by and from every woman in this story, and never outsmarts any of antagonists. Freeman's Bourne seem INcapable, but makes a decent punching bag.

All that said, if this wasn't David Webb's story, but another agent who adopted the Bourne identity, I wouldn't have been so disappointed. He wouldn't have lessened the character. There were two glaring plot holes—which don't become apparent until the end—and one violation of the reader's trust (as in we are told a character's thoughts and feelings, only to have it revealed untrue in the climax). I'm sure Mr. Freeman has cultivated a readership that will thoroughly enjoy this novel, but I'm sad to say I did not.

The Bourne Shadow is great story by Brian Freeman, delving into Jason Bourne's life, since losing his memory years ago. A deeper dive into his past, as new and old characters help him restore some of his lost memories. The plot is very good and there are some crazy developments throughout, but who can Jason trust? Governments, politicians, and spies lie...just so you know.
I am a huge fan of Robert Ludlum's work and Brian Freeman has done justice to his take on the Bourne series. You get quite a few answers
about Treadstone and Jason's lost memories, and I can't wait for the next book.
Thank you to NetGalley, Brian Freeman, and Penguin Group Putnam for the ARC of this novel and I highly recommend this novel.

Another entry into the Jason Bourne series started by Robert Ludlum. This is Brian Freeman’s fifth booking series, and he continues to knock it out of the park. Bourne is in Paris having some dinner and looking to see if he has a dead drop from Abbie Laurent when he gets a completely different kind of note. Vandal, a Treadstone agent who has history with, sends an emissary to warn Bourne that someone is after him. it is someone from his past and throughout the book there are flashbacks to’s first mission. This leads Bourne down a path to find his memories and remember his first mission and the people involved. It leads to some big secrets that could possibly be revealed and a whole lot of action.

This book is intense both from an emotional side for Jason Bourne, and from a physical site I really enjoyed the look back into Bourne early missions, and it was very easy to distinguish what happened in the past and what was happening in the present. The plot was excellent with a number of Freeman‘s patented twist and turns, some of which you don’t see coming. I feel like Mr. Freeman is adding depth to the Jason Bourne character. There are some new and interesting characters that look like they will have a strong presence in future Jason Bourne books.

Overall, this book is a must read for any thriller. If you got away from the Jason Bourne series at the end of the Eric. Van Lustbader series, it is time to come back. Thank you to NetGalley, Brian Freeman, and Penguin Group Putnam for a free advanced readers, copy for an honest review.

This is a great continuation of the Bourne Series, with more unexpected twits and turns than
I can explain in a simple review. I am glad that Treadstone is still in operation, and that we
have some. New and exciting interactions and revelations, deftly manipulated by the
brilliants Brian Freeman. I thoroughly recommend this book. My thanks to G. Putnam
And Sons via NetGalley for the download copy, of this book for review purposes.

This was another winner in the Bourne series, it had everything that I was expecting from this type of book. I was engaged with the world that I’ve come to know and enjoy. It had that element that I was wanted and so glad I was able to read this. Brian Freeman does a great job writing this and have that Bourne feel to it, I hope the series continues.

Another intense story to add to the Bourne series. Brian Freeman keeps you intrigued and riveted with the twists and turns wrapped around the characters. New characters and story lines added to continue the Bourne saga going forward. Action packed with the usual Jason Bourne dilemmas, truly a wonderful book to enjoy.

Thank you to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the ARC to this book in exchange for an honest review.

There is no doubt that Brian Freeman is the best post-Ludlum Jason Bourne storyteller. The last one and this one written by Mr. Freeman have been fantastic. The action is non-stop while also exploring the more human elements of Bourne, which sets him apart from other Treadstone agents. This book also sets up where the stories are going to go from here so I greatly look forward to the next chapter. 5-stars!!!

Jason Bourne is back with an even deeper dive into his past, unraveling how Bourne came to be more than we’ve ever explored before. Brian Freeman packs the narrative with awesome action sequences that show both Bourne’s prowess as well as his vulnerabilities for a more believable knack. As Bourne steps into his first ever mission as a Treadstone operative, he may not want to remember what he forgot.

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The Bourne Shadow is another excellent entry in the Jason Bourne series as carried on in recent novels by Brian Freeman.
What any reader wants from a Bourne adventure, a face paced page turner of a story, Freeman delivers. With Lennon, the adversary from previous entries in the series, out of the picture, Freeman begins what is likely another series that will continue in further novels.
In this one Jason Bourne slowly recalls events that occurred before he lost his memory, including a love affair with Monika which prompts him to accept the assistance of her younger sister, to locate. Difficulties include a European group who hope to finally unleash their political racist filled agenda.
All of these elements produce a fast paced fulfilling adventure, something that will not surprise anyone who reads Freeman’s Bourne books. This latest novel is a great way to enter the continuing and still unfolding world of Jason Bourne!

Lies, lies, and more lies. It's gotten so that you can't trust anyone in the spy business, even those on your own team. Author Brian Freeman has a field day in The Bourne Shadow with all of this duplicity. Athough I thought that the novel lags toward the middle, Freeman does the last pages with the talent of a pro.
Enjoy the Bourne Shadow, just don't trust anyone!
Thanks Net Galley for the ARC.

Brian Freeman once more delivers a Bourne novel that explores the character, with a nice dose of tension and mystery. Freeman has carved out an enjoyable space for this character, and his continued adventures are conceived well.