Bryan

I read the whole book today. I am not sure much more needs to be said. Enthralling and terrifying.

“Those who don't know history are doomed to repeat it.” Edmund Burke

Unfortunately, I could not make it all the way thru the book. The author spent the third of the book I did read completely eviscerating the character and motives of Mr. Dulles, as opposed to applying any level of objective analysis. One gets the impression that the author may have been a target of the House Unamerican committee and is exacting retribution against anyone who thinks Communism misguided.

Love the book. Great tips and critically important for people to understand.

Amazing account of The Troubles, a violent politico-military event which lasted from the late 1960's until the mid-1990's. It centers around the abduction, murder and disappearing of a widowed mother of 10, who was “disappeared” in the early 1970's. Seemingly balanced amongst the various participants of the war and emblematic of the fact that there isn't good vs evil in a revolutionary struggle and that all sides have at least figurative, if not literal blood on their hands.

Amazing book exploring a topic we like to discuss with our children less than sex. Critical conversation

I was initially recommended this book when I told a friend how much I enjoyed Cold War era spy novels. It took me a while, but now I understand why she suggested this book. Wonderfully written.

Being able to clearly communicate what we need and the ability to speak to people with empathy are two qualities which i have been dramatically lacking. This was a wonderful book to teach me how to accomplish those two things

Very quick read and very important for the current environment in which we find ourselves. The world has changed. Do we wait for the cheese to be deposited where we are used to finding it, or will we do the uncomfortable thing and start looking for the cheese elsewhere?

Great thriller in the mold of The Americans

Damn't! Why does this series have to end?

Sometimes you need to hear the horrors man can perpetrate against one another. It is made easier when you hear the stories of man overcoming overwhelming obstacles and the human spirit prevailing. This is one such story.

Very well written. Reads extremely quickly and a fascinating story.

Very fast paced. Great action and I couldn't put it down.

Very good “other side of the story” to accompany “The Black Banners,” by Ali Soufan.

Really important book to help people understand probabilities and practical steps in helping people improve outcomes of their decisions.

So wonderfully written, I couldn't put it down

This was a quick read about one of the most difficult training experiences in the world. The author wrote so well, you almost felt as if you were there.

I read this book because I have a specific opinion on the Millennial Generation: specifically, I believe they have been given a bad rap and they are no different (more narcissistic) than any other previous young cohort. The first 60 or so pages were well reasoned and interesting. Once the author started using the well worn vernacular of Karl Marx, he started to lose me. It became clear rather quickly that Mr. Harris was using the facts and statistics in this book to support his preconceived notion, rather than to inform the facts. This basic arc of the book is: 1) Millenials have it harder than any previous generation; 2) the system can't be changed and was designed by evil capitalists; 3) revolution is the only way to overthrow our capitalist masters; 4) this revolution probably won't happen because the state will prevent us from overthrowing them. It reminds me of a Morrisey song: the beat is poppy; there are some redeeming verses. However, once I listen to the lyrics, I don't really want to go on. I gave this two stars because there was at least 50 pages of interesting material. Unfortunately, this is a 225 page book.

Amazing book. As much about the growth of business in Portland, Oregon as about the now shoe behemoth. Very entertaining and fast moving.

Very compelling and entertaining story. Ends in a cliffhanger than leaves you screaming for more. Certain parts seemed campy at first (recipes at the end of chapters), but began looking forward to the meals Mr. Matthews described. I have to assume the tradecraft is pretty accurate and the CIA even has a public review on its website.

In more places than most, history tends to rhyme on Wall Street. No event is without precedent. No player is new on the scene. And that is why it is critically important to understand the history of corporate America. Mistakes that were made in the 1980's will be repeated in the 20's. Fantastic book with unbelievable access. I can't believe so many people chose to share their experiences, thoughts, arguments, etc. so soon after the fact. Highly recommended for anyone with an interest in business history.

This is one of the most wonderful specimens of historical fiction. What a fantastic way to tell the history of a people; of a place.

Such a remarkable story you have to wonder how much is embellishment.

Found this to be a good overview on some of the high level conflicts and personalities in the region. Piqued my interest in a deeper understanding in the history of Vietnam prior to 20th century colonial period.

What a fascinating story. Better than any novel and scary that it is true.