Member Review

Two books written by M.P. Woodward; two homeruns. Dead Drop, the follow-up to his debut The Handler, picks up a few months after John Dale's mission inside Iran (I don't want to give spoilers if people haven't read The Handler). The nuclear negotiations with Iran are progressing despite Iran believing the U.S. was responsible for the raid but can't prove it. The President wants the deal signed. The mullahs want the sanctions lifted. So everyone is singing Kumbaya and happy. Everyone - that is - except Israel and The Mossad. Pissed would be an understatement. The Mossad is arguably the most feared intelligence agency in the world. Similar capabilities as the CIA and utterly ruthless, The Mossad's mission is the survival of the Israel and the Jewish people and will do whatever is necessary and no one stand in their way. Including the United States.

There is nothing I don't like about this series. It is unmistakable Woodward is well-versed in which he writes. His characters are complex, the writing and ideas are audacious, and it will at times hit you in the feels.. The way Woodward weaves the threads to bring everything together was masterful. Every time I thought he would go right he would zag left. Part spy thriller, part family drama, part mystery but a 100% banger. Dead Drop has my highest recommendation.

Thank you to M.P. Woodward, Berkley, and NetGalley for the privilege of reviewing an advanced copy of Dead Drop!