Red Sparrow is a novel written by Jason Matthews, a former Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) operative, published by Scribner on June 4, 2013. The book describes the mundane aspects of the intelligence field, the techniques it employs, and Red Sparrow's unique ability to discern the nature of people by seeing their emotions in colors (through synesthesia).
Wow! Thanks, Mat. What a find.
Le Carre was right, the American brand of spycraft can be noisy and brash, but when combined with the Russians that makes for an explosive, thrilling, powerful mix. One of the best reads of the year, for sure.
An excellent read, hard to believe this is from a first time author.
I've always enjoyed spy/espionage books, especially from the height of the Cold War days (John Lecarre, Len Deighton, Tom Clancy and even Ian Fleming). This novel expertly brings the United States vs Russia espionage into the present.
I look forward to future books from Jason Matthews!
