Sometimes you come across true-life stories that would be incredible if written in a novel. The account of the bravery in the face of overwhelming odds demonstrated by Brian Woods MC and his comrades when serving in Iraq is one such example.
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Derek Thompson reflects on the film noir influence in his spy novels
Occasionally, I like to include in my blog contributions from fellow thriller authors. This week, Derek Thompson, author of the Thomas Bladen British spy thrillers, reflects on the film noir influence in his spy novels.
Dear Mr. Bezos, voting isn’t just for the wealthy
The introduction of a minimum annual spend before being able to voice an opinion reminds me of the disenfranchisement of much of the population in the nineteenth century. For most of that century, only wealthy property-owning males were permitted to vote in the UK.
Once A Killer to be reissued
Set on Wall Street, the novel tells the story of a successful M&A lawyer who is blackmailed by the Eastern European mafia into providing insider trading information on his deals.
The Geneva Connection is reissued today
My 2012 debut novel, The Geneva Connection, is reissued today by Down & Out Books. I hope you enjoy the facelift.
What makes a great financial thriller?
Yes, it’s interesting to imagine what life would be like as a billionaire running a Wall Street hedge fund, but that’s not what captivates the audience; the people do.