Kennedy 35
Kennedy 35 by Charles Cumming, published by Mysterious Press in 2023, is a thrilling exploration of espionage and personal conflict. This edition spans 336 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows veteran agent Lachlan Kite as he navigates the repercussions of a mission from his past in Senegal, set against the backdrop of the Rwandan genocide. The story intertwines Kite’s early career with present-day challenges, highlighting the impact of his choices on both his professional life and personal relationships.
Readers will find a gripping tale that shifts between 1995 and 2023, revealing the complexities of Kite’s character and the dangerous world of international crime. As Kite confronts the fallout from his past, he must also protect his girlfriend, Martha, from a criminal network linked to global terror. This novel delves into themes of loyalty and the moral dilemmas faced by those in the intelligence community, making it a compelling addition to the genres of mystery and political thrillers.
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A Financial Times Best Thriller of 2023
Veteran agent Lachlan Kite–“a spy for the 21st century” (Daily Mail)–reckons with the fallout from a mission in Senegal carried out early in his career.
1995: In the wake of the Rwandan genocide, 24-year-old spy Lachlan Kite and his girlfriend, Martha Raine, are sent to Senegal on the trail of a hunted war criminal. The mission threatens to spiral out of control, forcing Kite to make choices which will have devastating consequences not only for his career at top-secret intelligence agency BOX 88, but also for his relationship with Martha.
2023: Eric Appiah, an old friend from Kite’s days at school and an off-the-record BOX 88 asset, makes contact with explosive information about what happened all those years ago in West Africa. When tragedy strikes, Kite must use all the resources at his disposal to protect Martha from a criminal network with links to international terror.
Charles Cumming once again straddles two timelines to create a high-tension thriller in this latest Lachlan Kite novel.
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