Empire of Lies

Until now, it's been rare to find an unabashedly conservative author writing point-blank about a protagonist who is also unabashedly conservative and who encounters the world from that perspective. It was so rare I found myself questioning the hero's reactions to the plot, but since we share much of......more

I am not a fan of thrillers. So Klavan's talent with writing a three dimensional character, deadpan voice, ironic perspective, and well paced action have to be complimented. I am less judgmental of the political perspective than other reviewers, because of Klavan's earnest honesty about his protagoni......more

Andrew Klavan made quite a stir in the media a few years back, claiming that his traditional Christian values are hurting his career as writer of high-octane books and movie thrillers. But when you read this book, you find out very quickly that this writer really has the stuff. Lightning fast action......more

Not the worst book in the world, but Klavan has done a lot better, both before and after this one. I'm wondering if this is the first book he wrote after becoming a Christian, and if it's rocky because he's needing to find a new balance. That said, it's got Klavan's greatest strength, namely that, on......more

I have read numerous books by Andrew Klavan and enjoyed them. He is a masterful mystery/thriller writer who not only tells a good yarn but creates characters who undergo transforming journeys. EMPIRE OF LIES was another home run. But it's not for the faint of heart. Mr. Klavan is blunt and outspoken,......more