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The Ghost War

By: Alex Berenson
Narrated by: George Guidall
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Another thrilling adventure featuring John Wells, the deep cover CIA operative from the number one New York Times best-selling author of The Faithful Spy and The Deceivers.

John Wells barely survived his homecoming when it was thought he’d become too close to the terrorists. Though his wounds have healed, his mind is far from clear. He needs to get back in the fight. And there is a fight waiting for him.

A power play in China is causing chaos around the globe. And even as Wells does what he does best, a mole within the CIA is preparing to light the final fuse that will propel an unsuspecting world toward open war and annihilation. And this time, there may be nothing John Wells can do to stop it....

©2008 Alex Berenson (P)2008 Penguin

Critic reviews

“A very sophisticated vision...Geopolitically savvy.” (The New York Times)

“A fast-paced story of international intrigue and espionage...Wells is a fine character who will likely propel Berenson’s thrillers to success for some time to come.” (Chicago Sun-Times)

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Enjoyed this book

Good story, enjoyed this 2nd book in the series a bit more then the 1st. I think the character of John Wells was better developed - got more insights in his character.

And as always George Guidall's performance was exceptional and that made a big difference compared to the first book.

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Wells ' transition was well written.

Alex Berenson did a great job of creating a smooth, action packed transition from terrorist to " a man in demand" for John Wells. I look forward to John's future adventures.

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Great writing, marginal plot

"The Ghost War" is very enjoyable, difficult to put down. As it ended, I reflected that the plot actually wasn't that good - if I described it, it wouldn't sound that interesting. But, Berenson is such a good writer, that I thoroughly enjoyed "The Ghost War." Not quite as good as the first book in the series, but still very good. I'm starting the third book immediately.

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find the story a bit all over the place.

Hoped it was the next Mitch Rapp, but so isn't. Struggled to keep listening. had to rewind a thousand times as I'd get bored and lose interest. First two books go on multiple tangents.

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Unfinished business at the end

I enjoyed everything it about the book but the ending. It was a bit anticlimactic and left much unfinished business with the arms dealer and the mole.

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Super enjoyable

Don’t read this genre often but both Wells books have been good value and enjoyable. Definitely recommend for fun holiday reading.

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Very Engaging

This is one of those books you listen too that is a real "page turner" thrilling till the end. It does leave you wanted to down load the sequel book to see what happens to our characters. Enjoy

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a must read

This really was an awesome read plenty of action and twists and turns.Do yourself a favor and get this book.

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a must read

This really was an awesome read plenty of action and twists and turns.Do yourself a favor and get this book.

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Excellent engaging and enjoyable

Mr Guidell does his excellent job with a riveting story The best than can be said is “ sorry to come to the end “

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