"The Matarese circle" by Robert Ludlum - Another Ludlum masterclass !
This book was published by Bantam in 2015 and has 576 pages.
Russian intelligence operative Vassily Telenyikov & American intelligence operative Brandon Scofield are sworn enemies. One has killed other’s wife and the second one has killed first ones brother. Matarese circle is a deadly organization that worked for high profile jobs. All the covert agencies in the world have used them including CIA and KGB. The organization died few years back. Now they have resurrected but this time they have become autonomous. The only way to stop them is, if Brandon and Vassily can work together and without knowledge of their respective governments.
Will the arch enemies work together? Why would they do so? What is Matarese Circle planning? What is the end game? Who is the Shepherd Boy? What’s the legend of Baron of Matarese?
Brandon is the best of America and when Vassily approaches, he sees a trap. They hate each other. They respect each other. They know there is no one like them. So when eventually they come together, they are a formidable team. But they are fighting with a thousands headed hydra with seemingly unlimited resources and the world for taking.
The story is interesting and intense. The story of Baron of Matarese is not very credible, but works for the overall story. The rivalry between the two protagonists and the compulsion to work together for the greater good is shown very interestingly. Entry of Antonia complicates the matter further. Plot of the Senator to become President is very good. The climax, however, is a little too fast and little too easy.
This book was written years ago, before the mobile era. However it’s still interesting and makes you sit on the edge of your seat. Credit to author.
A sequel to this book is published.
Why did I read this book? Author.
What did I like? Plot
What I didn't like? Easy end.
Recommend reading.
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