The Paris Diversion
The Paris Diversion by Chris Pavone is a novel published by Faber & Faber, Limited on November 7, 2019. This edition spans 576 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Kate and Dexter Moore, who are living in Paris with their young sons. Dexter, a semi-reformed cybercriminal, now engages in day trading, while Kate, a former CIA officer, works for an off-book intelligence organization focused on U.S. interests. When bomb threats emerge and a man enters the Louvre with an explosive vest, Kate seeks to demonstrate her value by launching an investigation.
Readers will find a narrative that intertwines personal and professional stakes as both Kate and Dexter navigate their respective challenges. Kate’s quest to prove her relevance coincides with Dexter’s risky investment tied to an announcement from his former boss, Hunter Forsyth. As authorities intervene for security reasons, the tension escalates, impacting both men’s ambitions. This sequel to The Expats delves into themes of espionage and the complexities of family life amidst external threats.
Official synopsis Publisher
“Pavone’s sturdy sequel to 2012’s The Expats finds Kate and Dexter Moore living in Paris with their young sons. Dexter, a semi-reformed cybercriminal, now earns his money day trading, and Kate, a former CIA officer, works for an off-book intelligence outfit tasked with making the world “more hospitable” for the U.S. and its interests. Kate hasn’t received a new assignment in some time, so when news breaks of bomb threats in multiple locations, and a man in an explosive vest entering the Louvre, she decides to prove her continued relevance by investigating. Meanwhile, Dexter makes a risky investment that hinges on an announcement from his former boss, Hunter Forsyth, regarding the acquisition of a European competitor. Then authorities sequester Hunter for security reasons, jeopardizing both men’s plans for profit.”–Provided by publisher
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