Description
Written by the former head of MI5, Rip Tide stars Intelligence Officer Liz Carlyle A British born Muslim has been implicated in an attack on a cargo ship off the coast of Somalia. Can Liz Carlyle uncover how and why this wealthy young man could end up orchestrating such an attack?
About the Author
Dame Stella Rimington joined the Security Service (MI5) in 1968. During her career she worked in all the main fields of the Service: counter-subversion, counter-espionage and counter-terrorism. She was appointed Director General in 1992, the first woman to hold the post. She has written an autobiography and several Liz Carlyle novels. She lives in London and Norfolk.
Reviews
She provides lots of detail of intelligence work used to counter today's terrorists that seems real - and intriguing * Financial Times *
Rimington's best work demonstrates a flair for narrative, with a sense of authenticity and an insider's grasp on the pressing issues of the day * Washington Post *
She uses her knowledge of covert spy operations to create powerful story lines that are exciting yet plausible * Daily Express *
Rip Tide incorporates the epic sweep and global concerns expected of a contemporary spy thriller * Irish Times *
Book Information
ISBN 9781408821930
Author Stella Rimington
Format Paperback
Page Count 384
Imprint Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 304g