The Afghan
by Frederick Forsyth
The Afghan by Frederick Forsyth holds a well received rating of 3.64 out of 5, based on 7.8K reader ratings. First published in 2006. The book spans 343 pages.
About The Afghan
A chilling story of modern terrorism from the grandmaster of international intrigue. T he Day of the Jackal, The Dogs of War, The Odessa File-the books of Frederick Forsyth have helped define the international thriller as we know it today. Combining meticulous research with crisp narratives and plots as current as the headlines, Forsyth shows us the world as it is in a way that few have ever been able to equal.
And the world as it is today is a very scary place.When British and American intelligence catch wind of a major Al Qaeda operation in the works, they instantly galvanize- but to do what? They know nothing about it: the what, where, or when. They have no sources in Al Qaeda, and it's impossible to plant someone. Impossible, unless . . .The Afghan is Izmat Khan, a five-year prisoner of Guantánamo Bay and a former senior commander of the Taliban. The Afghan is also Colonel Mike Martin, a twenty-five-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.It will require extraordinary preparation, and then extraordinary luck, for nothing can truly prepare Martin for the dark and shifting world into which he is about to enter. Or for the terrible things he will find there.Filled with remarkable detail and compulsive drama, The Afghan is further proof that Forsyth is truly master of suspense.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Frederick Forsyth |
| Published | 2006 |
| Pages | 343 |
| Genres | Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.64 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 7,792 |
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What genre is The Afghan?
The Afghan is categorized as Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Afghan worth reading?
Based on 7.8K reader ratings, The Afghan has an average score of 3.64 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Afghan?
The Afghan has 343 pages.
Who wrote The Afghan?
The Afghan was written by Frederick Forsyth. It was first published in 2006.
What is the ISBN for The Afghan?
The ISBN-13 for The Afghan is 9780399153940.0.
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