First up; I didn't know this book was part of a series when I began reading it. Whilst I think it won't matter if you read the books out of slight order (it references past books), below is the list of books in the series and links to the ones in our library:
Nomad
Exile
Shadow (includes print and eBook format).
I guess if you like 'Rogue', you should request the other two novels; particularly since next year another is coming out!
So anyway, back to this book ...
Marc Dane is a former MI6 operative, working with The Rubicon Group. Until an enemy (or enemies) decide to bring to ruin both the private intelligence agency and others, like MI6. What you have here is your action-packed spy thriller, even if the main character isn't your regular spy. Even Swallow argues this as in the notes from the author he classes him as an inversion of "the bloke in the van" and who isn't your toughest guy in the room. The author is right: Dane's not Bond, but he is good.
The book has diverse characters who appear well-rounded (probably more so the more books you read in the series) and it has an international cast and scope to it (like all could spy work should). it moves quickly and has some strong moments of wit and warmth, aside from solid action.
It is a quick read, and just from the notes at the back, Swallow sounds like an author who loves his characters, writing and his fans. So, I will even highlight his webpage here in case you want to have a look around.
It is probably true that reading the books in order will offer more fullness and connection to the characters; but this book does link back across them well enough so that if you read this first (like me) you won't be too lost. Though, you will want more details!
You should borrow this book regardless 😀
-- SB
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