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“He checked out his surrounding. More books. A drinking fountain. A poster showing a guy slam-dunking a basketball with one hand and holding a book in the other, urging kids to READ! Weird, thought Steve. How can he even see the hoop? ... You see, Steven, Librarians are the most elite, best trained secret force in the United States of America. Probably in the world." "No way." "Yes way." "What about the FBI?" "Featherweights." "The CIA?" Mackintosh snorted. "Don't make me laugh. Those guys can't even dunk a basketball andd read a book at the same time.”

Book:The Case of the Case of Mistaken Identity

Work

The Case of the Case of Mistaken Identity

This novel delves into a intricate mystery where the protagonist must navigate through a series of misunderstandings and misidentifications to uncover the truth. more

Author

Mac Barnett

Mac Barnett, born on August 23, 1982, is an accomplished writer known for his unique style and engaging narratives. His works span across children's literature and adult fiction, renowned for their vivid imagination and emotional depth. more

“Second thoughts? About the Squad?" She nodded. "I'm starting to think the CIA is seriously deranged for letting us do this," I told her, "but that doesn't mean I don't want to do it." I paused. "Actually, the fact that we probably shouldn't be doing this kind of makes me want to do it more." Zee snorted. "Adrenaline junkie," she accused.”

Cia Adrenaline Squad Toby Zee Toby Klein

Book:Killer Spirit

Source: Killer Spirit

“The door suddenly opened. A leggy young brunette took two steps into the office and stopped short. Her brown eyes widened, she hastily excused herself and turned to leave. Pérez’s jaw dropped as he looked up at her high heels and ankles. He crawled out from under the desk and turned questioningly to his partner. Thorne didn't hesitate. He took one swift stride from behind, clamped a hand tightly over her mouth, and pulled her back into the room, disregarding her wildly flailing legs and frantic attempts to claw his hands away. He shut the door with a backward thrust of his foot. "What do we do now?" Pérez whined. "Observe." Thorne spoke calmly, as would a professor demonstrating a familiar operation to a beginner. Using both hands, he briskly snapped her neck. She stopped struggling.”

Terrorism Thriller Iran Cia Brutality Espionage Nuclear Threat Dagestan International Intrigue Hit Man Russian Federation North Caucasus Violent Action

Book:The Caucasian Menace

Source: The Caucasian Menace

“I expect the worst, and I am sure I won't be disappointed.”

Politics Cia

Author:Walter Bedell Smith

“It is fair to dismiss the CIA’s claims that its work in Hollywood primarily constitutes educational outreach or a drive toward accuracy. Rather, its work is best assessed as government propaganda that is at times both self-aggrandizing and covert.”