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The Kill Artist (Gabriel Allon, #1)

Daniel Silva
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The Kill Artist (Gabriel Allon, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004

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Daniel Silva

The Kill Artist (Gabriel Allon, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

501

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

2000s

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Kill Artist by Daniel Silva follows an art restorer and former Israeli intelligence officer who comes out of retirement to thwart a looming terrorist attack. The narrative weaves through political intrigue and espionage, blending art and covert operations. This gripping thriller explores complex characters and high-stakes scenarios.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

113,368 ratings

77%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Daniel Silva's The Kill Artist is lauded for its gripping, fast-paced narrative and well-developed protagonist. Reviewers praise its intricate plotting and vivid descriptions. However, some criticize the predictability and lack of depth in secondary characters. Overall, it's a compelling read for fans of espionage thrillers, balancing suspense with rich detail.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Kill Artist (Gabriel Allon, #1)?

A reader who enjoys political intrigue, espionage, and rich characterization will savor Daniel Silva's The Kill Artist. Comparable to John le Carré's The Spy Who Came in from the Cold, it appeals to those who appreciate layered narratives and morally complex protagonists in the vein of Robert Ludlum's The Bourne Identity.

4.2

113,368 ratings

77%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

501

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

2000s

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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