Ronald A. (rarendt) reviewed on 10/8/2014 + 107 more book reviews

This wasn't the first book Alan Furst wrote, but it was the first of his books I read. I read a lot of military history, and was deep into the Nazi invasion of Poland when I ran across it.

I enjoyed it so much I have collected all his books. I don't rush to read them; I ration them out and savor each when I'm in the mood for some really good writing.

He is a master at scene setting; with just a few sentences he puts you right into the scene and the time. I have been able to identify with every one of his protagonists - even the ones working for the Russians.

I have another copy of this book in a 3-novel compilation, or it wouldn't even be on my Bookshelve for claiming; I think he's become one of my favorite authors, right after John LeCarre..

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