This was an amazing read. I've not read a novel of this magnitude in forever. I know now why this was one of Forsyth's best books. It's a suspenseful thriller that will keep you on your seat for the whole ride. I started reading it in braille and just didn't have time to delve too deeply into it. However, I found a copy in audio, read by the legendary Guy Sorel, one of NLS's classic narrators and was instantly sucked in. I know there was a movie, but I haven't brought myself to see it yet. It's one of those, I'm afraid the story will be ruined if I see it, the book was so good. Even for it's time period it still held up, with just enough nostalgia to give you a warm fuzzy all the while keeping a Bondesque feel all the way through. I enjoyed it. If you're looking for a suspenseful political thriller with a bit of espionage thrown in, and a dash of Bond, this one will do it. Have fun guys, and stay tuned, I'm reading another good one.