The 3rd Woman - Softcover

Jonathan Freedland

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0007413696 ISBN 13: 9780007413690

Publisher: Harper, 2016

Synopsis

An award-winning journalist delivers a chilling and unique thriller, in which a daring reporter's investigation into her sister's death draws her into the crosshairs of enemies determined to keep their secrets safe--at any cost.The United States and China have struck a shocking bargain: in return for forgiving trillions in debt, the People's Republic of China--now the world's dominant global superpower--has established a permanent military presence on US soil. Years of decline have left America economically vulnerable, and evidence of China's cultural and political dominance is everywhere.Journalist Madison Webb is obsessed with exposing the lies and corruption that have corroded her once great society. When her sister is savagely murdered, the police insist it's an isolated crime. But Madison suspects the cops are hiding something. Digging for answers, she discovers her sister's death may be one of many ... and part of a dangerous conspiracy. Even though her life is on the line, Madison refuses to give up on the story. And sooner or later, she will have to confront the consequences of exposing the powerful forces intent on hiding the truth.

About this title

About the Author:

Sam Bourne is a pseudonym for the award-winning journalist and broadcaster Jonathan Freedland. He writes weekly columns in both the Guardian and the London Evening Standard, as well as a monthly piece for the Jewish Chronicle. He also presents BBC Radio 4's contemporary history series, The Long View. The author of Jacob's Gift and Bring Home the Revolution, Freedland was named one of the world's most influential commentator sby the Financial Times.

Review:

“A strikingly fresh thriller ... ingeniously realized.” (Sunday Times (London))

“A fast-paced political thriller with a murder mystery at its heart that keeps the reader gripped and rooting for the smart female lead throughout. Freedland’s best novel to date.” (Express)

“Freedland has a knack of keeping the reader gripped. The twists when they come—and boy do they come—are genuinely surprising.” (Independent)

“A killer novel...full of intrigue, plotting, and duplicity.” (Piers Morgan)

“Jonathan Freedland’s inventive, thought-provoking political context gives the good plot added bite, depth and intelligence.” (The Times (London))

“The United States’ debt to China has changed the balance of power dramatically in this convincing near-future thriller from Freedland...who keeps the pages turning and unveils a twist that few will anticipate.” (Publishers Weekly)

“Boldly imaginative.... A magnetic heroine in a heart-racing story.” (A. D. Miller, author of Man Booker-shortlisted Snowdrops)

“The United States’ debt to China has changed the balance of power dramatically in this convincing near-future thriller from Freedland . . . who keeps the pages turning and unveils a twist that few will anticipate.” (Publishers Weekly)

“An intelligent, finely crafted mystery that brilliantly channels the anxieties of our time.” (New York Times)

“A robust, intelligent thriller ... Madison is a skilfully drawn character, sympathetic and complex.” (Irish Examiner)

About this edition

• Publisher: Harper
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 0007413696
• ISBN 13: 9780007413690
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 464