The Persian

In David McCloskey's gripping novel, a former CIA analyst weaves a tale of espionage and survival as Kamran Esfahani, a dentist in Stockholm, is recruited by the Mossad to infiltrate Iran under the guise of running a dental practice. As he becomes entangled in a dangerous world of targeted assassinations and espionage, Kam's covert operations take a dark turn when his attempts to recruit an Iranian widow lead to his imprisonment and torture. Now, facing the ominous General during his final interrogation, Kam must decide if revealing his one remaining secret could change everything. This haunting thriller explores themes of vengeance, deceit, and the complexities of love and forgiveness amidst treachery.