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The Defector (Gabriel Allon, #9)

Daniel Silva
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The Defector (Gabriel Allon, #9)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009

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Daniel Silva

The Defector (Gabriel Allon, #9)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009
Book Details
Pages

480

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Europe • Contemporary

Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Defector by Daniel Silva follows Gabriel Allon, an Israeli spy and art restorer, as he faces a threat from a former adversary. After a colleague goes missing, Allon is drawn into a dangerous mission that tests loyalties and boundaries. The novel is part of the Gabriel Allon series, featuring espionage and action.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

47,789 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Daniel Silva's The Defector presents a thrilling continuation of his renowned espionage series, lauded for its intricate plotlines and well-developed characters. Critics praise Silva's pacing and depth but note occasional predictability in the narrative. While it excels in suspense and action, some feel it treads familiar territory. Overall, an engaging read for thriller enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Defector (Gabriel Allon, #9)?

A reader who enjoys international espionage, intricate plots, and intense action will find The Defector by Daniel Silva captivating. Fans of John le Carré's The Spy Who Came in from the Cold or Vince Flynn's American Assassin will appreciate Silva's sophisticated narrative and complex characters.

4.5

47,789 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

480

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Europe • Contemporary

Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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