THE MESSENGER: Daniel Silva: G. P. Putnam’s Sons: Fiction: 338 pagesGabriel Allon, an art restorer is called back into action as an Israeli intelligence officer when the Vatican is attacked. His mission is to infiltrate the entourage of the financial backer of the bombing- Zizi, an Islamic Saudi business man who believes all infidels should be destroyed. The only way in is through an American art expect, Sarah and an unknown Picasso painting.
Set in today’s news headlines, the story moves swiftly and realistically. I enjoyed how Gabriel’s character is well-developed and flawed, not a perfect spy that straightens his bowtie at the end of a fight. Minimal language and sexuality.
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