Synopses & Reviews
Review
"What does a political pundit, concert harpsichordist, transatlantic sailor, syndicated columnist, published essayist, periodical editor, and TV commentator do in his spare time? He writes successful spy stories that are as subtle as they are sophisticated, featuring the unflappable Yalie, Blackford Oakes, who is a CIA agent. This one, set in Saigon in the 6O's, is one of his best. A good evening's respite from the tube." Reviewed by Daniel Weiss, Virginia Quarterly Review (Copyright 2006 Virginia Quarterly Review)