A smart, twisty spy thriller perfect for summer reading.

I was not previously familiar with this series, but my enjoyment did not suffer as this novel stands perfectly on its own.

The story is action-packed and satisfying, and the main character of Emma Makepeace is believable and entertaining. As Emma works to uncover the assailants' identities, she goes undercover on an oligarch's yacht. What a fun premise!

I look forward to more in this series.

I read Alias Emma last year and loved it so I was very excited for a second book in the series! I enjoyed the second installment also but not as much as the first. It took me about 20% to get into the novel and I felt like it should have ended about 20% before it did. I gave it 3 stars though and I will look forward to reading the next one! Thanks netgalley for the advanced copy! #netgalley #netgalleyreview

Ava Glass brings back the badass British Spy Emma Makepeace in an espionage thriller that has something for all spy-thriller fans, whether you prefer your spy stories to cater more to the cerebral nature of spying or if you want your spies to kick butts.

When an MI6 operative is murdered with all signs pointing to a targeted assassination, British spy Emma Makepeace is assigned the task of uncovering the assailants and working the trail back to the source. Emma goes undercover on a Russian oligarch’s million-dollar yacht as part of the infiltration. If being undercover miles and miles away from the closest support element isn’t enthralling enough, Emma has to work out the identity of someone who seems to be in cahoots with those behind the assassination, a traitor in the ranks who can compromise Emma and sentence her to brutal death.

The Traitor stands out tall in an ocean of spy thrillers, owing this distinction to Ava Glass’s brilliant creation that is Emma Makepeace. She’s a pistol. Not only does she dive headfirst into danger, she does so with the hint of a wicked smile. It’s not often we read a spy in the thrillerverse have fun spying. That’s not to say Emma doesn’t have her work cutout for her as she faces danger and betrayal at extremes, weaving varying tones of fun, excitement, and danger into the mix.

If you’re itching for a fast-paced espionage-laden read with fancy yachts, suspicious Russian oligarchs, and a heavy dose of frightening brushes with violent death, The Traitor is THE thriller for you.

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I had read Ava Glass's previous book: Alias Emma which I enjoyed very much. Two, I looked forward to this book. Unfortunately, this book was a real disappointment. The plot was simple, not believable and predictable. I realized who the mole was very early on when the character was introduced. So, I would not recommend spending the time reading this book.

Superspy Emma is back in this second volume, which can be read independently of the author's first book chronicling her adventures eluding her Russian counterparts. This time she is put on a Russian's oligarch's yacht to try to figure out the cause of one of her fellow secret agent's death in London. Emma is a delightful character and this book adds to her allure as someone who can kick ass when she needs to but still figure out the subtle tells of the spies around her. The yacht is sailing between Monaco and Barcelona and is the site of numerous near-mishaps and espionage moments that are just a joy to read. The supporting cast from the first book is back making the plot points even more compelling. Highly recommended.

Awesome read! Didn’t know what to expect going in but couldn’t put it down. Unique story, somewhat predictable climax but still enjoyed it. Look forward to the follow-up.

I loved this book! Although The Traitor is a sequel to Alias Emma, Ava Glass's debut novel, you don't have to read the first book to enjoy the second one (although you definitely should, because it's fantastic too). In The Traitor, agent Emma Makepeace is tasked with identifying a mole within the British secret service who's working with Russian arms dealers. Much of the action takes place on an enormous yacht owned by one of the arms dealers, where Emma is undercover as a crew member. The action is fast-paced and exciting--if this hasn't already been optioned as a film, it should be. Definitely recommend.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC!

Second novel in the Alias Emma series. I didn't quite enjoy this one as much as I did the first. It was enjoyable but lacked the excitement the first. The "twist" was easy to figure out and the ending felt a anticlimactic.

Welcome Makepeace, Alexandra, Jessica, Emma, or whatever her next name will be! Step aside.. James.. Bond of course. Here comes the next best female British spy. What a terrific novel I was lucky to download from Net Galley. I loved it! Fast paced, intriguing, mysterious, entertaining and clever. A masterful combination to be enjoyed by spy novel lovers. She speaks four languages, fights like a karate master, beguiles like a Greek siren. This is a slam dunk.. watch for her on the silver screen.. don’t miss her.

Emma Makepeace is back in the game!
Still recovering from her first foray into international espionage she is sent on a mission to work on a super yacht owned by a Russian Oligarch suspected of buying nuclear weapons. Still reeling from her last job, Emma rushes to work but has to deal with someone in her own MI6 unit who may be a traitor.

In this thrilling and captivating novel, she is one breath away from death on every page. If you liked Alias, Emma, love some realistic espionage with a strong female lead or just want to vicariously take a ride of a super yacht, The Traitor is for you! #RandomHouse #Aliasemma #AvaGlass #TheTraitor

This is book #2 following Emma Makepeace a British Spy who goes undercover on a Russian yacht. I continue to relate Emma to a female James Bond - getting herself in sticky spots and looking fabulous while doing it. This story was gripping and while I guessed who the traitor was about half way through the book I had to keep reading just to make sure I was right! A great page turner! Hoping for another Emma Makepeace book in the future!

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC! Happy to always provide honest reviews :)

A good but not great spy novel. It kept my interest, but the characters were not particularly believable and the twist as to who was the traitor seemed predictable. Nice setting on the Riviera

This was really good! I couldn’t put it down and I flew through it. The action scenes kept my heart racing, and I loved that I was completely surprised at the ending. I hope there are more Emma Makepeace books in the future!

Emma Makepeace is called into a case where one of her fellow agents is killed and stuffed into a suitcase. He isn't killed in your typical fashion. No this agent was killed with some gas so toxic that it raises red flags THE RUSSIANS. Emma is assigned to figure out why such a low level agent would be killed especially in this fashion. Aboard the Eden Emma must put together the information needed to take down the Russian ring that M16 feel are the people trading this gas for money. These are dangerous men and Emma's identity must be kept top secret for her safety. There will be many barriers that Emma must get past before she can bring these men to justice, but how when she must make sure she survives this mission.

I was so thrilled to be approved for this book because I loved the first one. Like the first book I could not put this one down either. Every page is a real page turner. I couldn't wait to get to the next chapter. There was thrills in every page. Emma's character has grown since her last adventure.. She is so much more confident in herself. She doesn't second guess herself and she goes after what she wants. She wants the job done and she wants to be the one to finish it. With her all the knowledge that was installed in her by her mentor Rigley, Emma knew there had to be a mole in her department. So not only is she frighting to take down the Russians she now has to find the mole.

Action packed is a word to use for this book.From a beautiful yacht to the Isle of Spain and back to London, The Traitor will keep you guessing and asking many questions.. That is why you will not want to put it down.

I love Emma's character she is tough but you also so the soft side of her. At one point she actually lets her guard down which is something she doesn't often do. I hope Ms. Glass continues with this series. I see many adventures for Emma, she is the female James Bond.

Thank you NetGalley for the approval and Ms. Glass for a great book. Hope ther are more adventures ahead for Emma and her agency.

"The Traitor" was a solid thriller and page-turner; i read it in one sitting on an airplane ride, and it kept me engaged. I was genuinely worried about Emma when she was alone on the yacht trying to break into the safe. So I thought it worked as a thriller, and I did recommend it to a friend, but I also thought the author didn't have a deep understanding of how intelligence operations work and that a number of elements were implausible. I'm a big believer in plausibility, and that might matter less to readers who are simply looking for an escape.

Thanks Netgalley for allowing me to read this book. Emma is shocked to find out one of her co-workers was killed. She sets out on a mission to find the culprit. This book garnered my attention from the first page.

Such a wonderful thriller! Some parts were predictable, but I was mostly surprised. The characters were well developed. I really enjoyed this one!

I was lucky enough to have read the first book in the series, Alias Emma, as an ARC and really enjoyed it so when I got an email that a sec0nd book as coming out, I requested it right away! Another great installment in the Emma Makepeace spy saga. Did I figure out the mystery before it was revealed? Yes, but I didn't even care and still enjoyed the reveal. I love a book with a strong female lead and Emma fits the bill. After reading too many mediocre books lately, this was a pleasant change and I'm looking forward to book 3!

Thanks to Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine and NetGalley for the eARC in exchange for my honest review.

Thank you to Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine, Bantam and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this eARC! When I requested this galley I was not aware that it was the second book in a series. I did not feel that I absolutely had to read the first book as the story referenced the first book, but did not spoil anything from the previous plot. I will say that as soon as I finished this, I requested the first book from my local library. Ava Glass created the perfect female spy story. I have always been a huge fan of a well-written spy story and this one shot right up to the top of my list. Emma is very well characterized and I loved reading everything through her POV as she navigated her emotions on a very intriguing yacht and beyond. The setting was pure perfection and the characters were vividly drawn, I felt like I was right along Emma the whole way. I would most definitely suggest this to anyone looking for a new spy series, especially a female spy! Loved it!

This is the second Emma Makepeace novel about a young spy. I found this one a little too predictable to enjoy, but it is fast-paced!

Thanks to Netgalley for an advanced copy, but all thoughts are my own.