The English Assassin
The English Assassin by Daniel Silva, published by Penguin Books in 2005, is a gripping narrative that follows art restorer and occasional spy Gabriel Allon. In this edition, consisting of 386 pages, Allon is summoned to Zurich to restore a masterpiece for a wealthy banker. However, upon his arrival, he discovers the banker’s lifeless body and a missing collection of priceless paintings stolen by Nazis during the war, setting the stage for a complex investigation.
Readers will find that the story intricately weaves elements of mystery, thriller, and suspense as Allon navigates the challenges posed by the Swiss authorities and a powerful group intent on keeping wartime secrets hidden. As he employs his spy skills to uncover the truth, the stakes rise with the presence of an assassin he once trained. This edition offers a detailed exploration of espionage and the art world, making it a captivating read for those interested in the intersection of art, politics, and intrigue.
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Art restorer and sometime spy Gabriel Allon is asked to visit Zurich, to clean the work of an Old Master for a millionaire banker. But when he gets there he finds the corpse of his client in a pool of blood beneath the masterpiece, and discovers that a secret collection of priceless paintings stolen by Nazis in the war is missing. With the Swiss authorities trying to pin the murder on Allon and a powerful cabal determined to make sure this wartime secret remains buried, the art restorer must use all his former spy skills to find out the truth. And with an assassin that he helped to train also on the loose, Allon will need all his wits just to stay alive.
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