The Sleeper: American Assassin: Lance Spector Thrillers, Book 4

Saul Herzog's "The Sleeper" takes readers on a gripping journey through the icy landscapes of the Svalbard Archipelago, Norway, and the tense political corridors of Moscow, delivering a taut Cold War espionage thriller with Lance Spector at its helm.The narrative kicks off with the mysterious disappearance of an icebreaker, setting the stage for a high-stakes adventure. Lance Spector, the enigmatic protagonist, emerges as a compelling figure, blending the classic traits of a seasoned spy with a deeply human side. As events unfold, a Russian military scientist becomes entangled in a perilous mission to save his daughter, culminating in a dramatic explosion in the Arkhangelsk Oblast.What sets "The Sleeper" apart is its skillful navigation of both the personal and political dimensions of the characters' lives. Lance Spector's determination to unearth the truth and protect those in danger adds a layer of emotional depth to the fast-paced plot. The tension escalates when Moscow's Kremlin enters the fray, adding a formidable adversary to the mix. The Kremlin's relentless pursuit of the scientist and his daughter creates a sense of urgency that propels the story forward.Herzog's writing shines in his ability to create a vivid sense of place, whether it's the desolate beauty of the Arctic or the shadowy corridors of power in Moscow. The narrative is punctuated by well-crafted plot twists that keep readers guessing until the final pages."The Sleeper" successfully captures the essence of a Cold War-era thriller, delivering a perfect blend of mystery, espionage, and international intrigue. The dynamic character of Lance Spector, coupled with the intricate plot, makes for a compelling read that will resonate with fans of the genre. Herzog's storytelling prowess is on full display, leaving readers eagerly anticipating future works from this talented author.

Saul Herzog's Lance Spencer books are so good. There is plenty of action and drama; there is also a lot of educationing information. The characters are all flawed and make mistakes. It is a measure of the author's writing that the reader can empathize, sympathize, and want the best for the characters. There are no heroes, yet it feels like there are.

Fantastic read. Great story teller with a finger on the pulse of reality and the real andstuff of the craziness of the current world we live.

Me Herzog is an excellent writer. The plot and story is edge of your seat stuff. If you’re looking for your next great series. This is it.

Very interesting book with quite a few twists and turns. I'm glad I discovered this author. I'm looking forward to the next book in the series.

Yeah, I liked it, lots of twists and turns. Took a while to get the thing rolling, but once it started WOW! Recommend this one, on to the next one.

Thank goodness for talented authors like Mr. Herzog and his publisher! His character development is supreme and the exciting plot make it impossible to set the book down until you’ve finished it. On to the next!

This was my second purchase, I like his style of writing and he is entertaining. I would but again.

No gory, grisly parts to get through like in the last book, which has nauseating parts. Yes, there's some icky stuff, but...The story line explains a lot and I am eager to read the next book in the series.

Now starting the 5th book!The story is so fast paced you cannot stop reading!Highly recommended!One of the writers around!

Picked up to fill up 45 mins of waiting time and ended up continuing through the night. Gripping, well constructed with characters brought alive dramatically in a constantly shifting landscape. Really really enjoyable.

In this story betrayal is the norm. Plot is extremely well and all players loose in a way. Only pity in this book is that the role of Lance is less than in the other books, Lance is hardly mentioned in the first halve. The story evolves rapidly and it’s very difficult to lay the book aside for a rest. Very will written Saul, can’t wait to lay my hands on book 5, The Splinter.

The author has so many story lines going that if you put the book down, you loose who is who and which line are you following at the moment. It makes for exciting reading and hard to put down. This is his 4th book I have read and it only gets better.