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“Political thriller? International thriller? Financial thriller? Whatever you call it, The Ascendant is smart, edgy, fast-paced storytelling at its best. Its unlikely hero, Garrett Reilly, reminded me of a young Jack Reacher as a tech-sa What I said: “Political thriller? International thriller? Financial thriller? Whatever you call it, The Ascendant is smart, edgy, fast-paced storytelling at its best. Its unlikely hero, Garrett Reilly, reminded me of a young Jack Reacher as a tech-savvy bond analyst. Drew Chapman is a debut novelist to watch.”

Quote by Alafair Burke

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Alafair Burke is an American novelist renowned for her legal thrillers. She has penned several novels that seamlessly integrate elements of law and literature, often featuring resilient female leads and intricate plotlines. Burke's writing has been commended for its engaging narrative and insightful exploration of legal and ethical conundrums. more

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