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The Afghan

By: Frederick Forsyth
Narrated by: Robert Powell
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 When British and American intelligence catch wind of a major Al Qaeda operation in the works, they are primed for action, but what can they do? They know nothing about the attack - the what, where, or when. They have no sources in Al Qaeda, and it's impossible to plant someone. Or is it?

The Afghan is Izmat Khan, a five-year prisoner of Guantanamo Bay and a former senior commander of the Taliban. The Afghan is also Colonel Mike Martin, a 25-year veteran of war zones around the world - a dark, lean man born and raised in Iraq. In an attempt to stave off disaster, the intelligence agencies will try to do what no one has ever done before: pass off a Westerner as an Arab among Arabs; pass off Martin as the trusted Khan.

©2006 Frederick Forsyth; (P)2006 Random House Espionage Spies & Politics Thriller & Suspense Middle East Suspense Iran War
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This is the first book I have by this author and it won't be the last!
This is a very well researched and superbly crafted book, it held me from start to finish.
Fact & fiction are woven well together, leaving you wondering.
Its a fast paced novel, well read by Robert Powell.
I would suggest the Unabridged , as i think some of the background may have been lost?
Having said that this is pure escapism!
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A Very Good Read, Well researched & Executed

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Short but gripping book. Loved it. Although the apparent speed of cooperation between nations may not be true. Well written & read.

Simple eloquent language. Gripping

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This book is thoroughly enjoyable with excellent storyline that keeps the listener interested in it the whole time. Beautifully read in a calm and clear voice too.

A superb book

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