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New Spy Thriller Has a Novel Twist on Syria Ops

New Spy Thriller Has a Novel Twist on Syria Ops

Damascus Station, by ex-CIA man David McCloskey, is an impressive debut

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Peter Eisner
Oct 01, 2021
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Damascus Station, David McCloskey’s riveting debut spy thriller, is a swift dive into the lethal, nebulous world of CIA operations in the Middle East. And while its focus on sources and methods feels authentic and close to the moment, the story shines by delving into the inner workings and motivations of Syrian society.

As the story opens, Sam, an underc…

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