Moscow X, David McCloskey
Moscow X, David McCloskey
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Moscow X
A Novel

Author: David McCloskey

Narrator: Andrew B. Wehrlen

Unabridged: 14 hr 38 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Tantor Media

Published: 11/14/2023


Synopsis

A daring CIA operation threatens chaos in the Kremlin. But can Langley trust the Russian at its center?

CIA officers Sia and Max enter Russia under commercial cover to recruit Vladimir Putin's moneyman. Sia works for a London law firm that conceals the wealth of the superrich. Max's family business in Mexico—a CIA front since the 1960s—is a farm that breeds high-end racehorses. They pose as a couple to target Vadim, Putin's private banker, and his wife, Anna, who—unbeknownst to CIA—is a Russian intelligence officer under deep cover at the bank. As they descend further into a Russian world dripping with luxury and rife with gangland violence, Sia and Max's only hope may be Anna, who is playing a game of her own. Careening between the horse ranch in northern Mexico, the corridors of Langley, and the dark opulence of Putin's Russia, Moscow X is both a gripping thriller of modern espionage and a raw, unsparing commentary on the nature of truth, loyalty, and vengeance amid the shadow war between the United States and Russia.

About David McCloskey

David McCloskey is a former CIA analyst and former consultant at McKinsey & Company. While at the CIA, he worked in field stations across the Middle East and briefed senior White House officials and Arab royalty. He lives in Texas.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Jeremy on September 15, 2023

Following the success of his debut, Damascus Station, which happens to be one of the best debut spy novels written, David McCloskey had a lot to live up to. Not only is Moscow X a worthy follow-up, it proves McCloskey is not just a one-hit wonder nor just a pretty face. The CIA believes they have a......more

Goodreads review by Karen on February 12, 2025

Did you read “Damascus Station?” I did not, and as in any series, it is probably better to read the first book in the series, before reading the next one. But…I still felt like this book could be read as a stand-alone. This one…Is a terrific plot with compelling characters. Filled with nuance and det......more

Goodreads review by Deepak on June 17, 2023

Wow wow wow. After reading Damascus Station, I was intrigued to see if David can outdo himself. Moscow X delivered! The book is very detailed, plotted and described. Each page I felt I was right there in the room while it was unfolding. I hope that the story of Sia, Max and Anna continues in the fut......more

Goodreads review by Eric on November 20, 2023

Earlier this year I read and reviewed “Damascus Station” by former CIA officer David McCloskey. I thought it a competent thriller and enjoyed it. I looked forward to reading the second book in the series, “Moscow X”, when it would be published. Well, it’s now been published, I’ve read it and I didn’......more

Goodreads review by Bruce on August 22, 2023

This is a fast paced, espionage novel full of fascinating characters. I have not read David McCloskey's other novel but it is now on the top of my TBR list. I loved the strong female characters, the plot was as intriguing as it was captivating. I literally could not put this down. Highly recommended......more