The Asset (Lance Spector Thrillers Book 1)
Montana, USA
When Lance Spector quit the CIA, he swore he was out for good. One more government lie and he would go off the deep end. They could find someone else to do their dirty work. As far as he was concerned, Washington, Langley, the Pentagon could all go to hell.
Yekaterinburg, Russia
A secret Russian expedition returns with a devastating new pathogen, harvested from the frozen corpses of mammoths. It’s the biological super weapon they’ve been looking for, an apocalypse-level pathogen, a virus more deadly than anything ever to come out of a Russian lab. Something that will stop NATO and the Americans in their tracks.
A Biological Chernobyl.
Washington DC, USA
A mysterious vial, sealed in a titanium case, arrives at CIA headquarters. They have no idea who sent it, but it comes with a note.
“I will only speak to Lance Spector.”
The Asset by Saul Herzog is a stunning new thriller, a spectacular tour de force, a book that has single-handedly taken the publishing industry, and Hollywood rights departments, by storm. This dazzling debut kicks off the jaw-dropping new Lance Spector series, and sets the stage for a franchise that’s on track to break all records. From the mind of one of the most creative and versatile writers working in America today, this book will go down as a classic of the spy thriller genre.
If you read only one book this year, this is it. Action, adventure, rebellion, provocative foreign agents, characters you can sink your teeth into. If you’re looking for a new spy thriller series that will stay with you long after you turn the last page, look no further.
Recommended for fans of Lee Child’s Jack Reacher, Vince Flynn’s Mitch Rapp, Robert Ludlum’s Jason Bourne, and Brad Thor’s Scot Harvath.
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ASIN : B087132HDL
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Publication date : April 10, 2020
Language : English
File size : 2.2 MB
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 564 pages
ISBN-13 : 978-1777189709
Page Flip : Enabled
Book 1 of 9 : Lance Spector Thrillers
Best Sellers Rank: #8,921 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store) #25 in Financial Thrillers (Books) #37 in Assassination Thrillers (Kindle Store) #43 in Political Thrillers & Suspense
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Montana, USA
When Lance Spector quit the CIA, he swore he was out for good. One more government lie and he would go off the deep end. They could find someone else to do their dirty work. As far as he was concerned, Washington, Langley, the Pentagon could all go to hell.
Yekaterinburg, Russia
A secret Russian expedition returns with a devastating new pathogen, harvested from the frozen corpses of mammoths. It’s the biological super weapon they’ve been looking for, an apocalypse-level pathogen, a virus more deadly than anything ever to come out of a Russian lab. Something that will stop NATO and the Americans in their tracks.
A Biological Chernobyl.
Washington DC, USA
A mysterious vial, sealed in a titanium case, arrives at CIA headquarters. They have no idea who sent it, but it comes with a note.
“I will only speak to Lance Spector.”
The Asset by Saul Herzog is a stunning new thriller, a spectacular tour de force, a book that has single-handedly taken the publishing industry, and Hollywood rights departments, by storm. This dazzling debut kicks off the jaw-dropping new Lance Spector series, and sets the stage for a franchise that’s on track to break all records. From the mind of one of the most creative and versatile writers working in America today, this book will go down as a classic of the spy thriller genre.
If you read only one book this year, this is it. Action, adventure, rebellion, provocative foreign agents, characters you can sink your teeth into. If you’re looking for a new spy thriller series that will stay with you long after you turn the last page, look no further.
Recommended for fans of Lee Child’s Jack Reacher, Vince Flynn’s Mitch Rapp, Robert Ludlum’s Jason Bourne, and Brad Thor’s Scot Harvath.
From the Publisher
ASIN : B087132HDL
Publisher : AuthorContact
Accessibility : Learn more
Publication date : April 10, 2020
Language : English
File size : 2.2 MB
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 564 pages
ISBN-13 : 978-1777189709
Page Flip : Enabled
Book 1 of 9 : Lance Spector Thrillers
Best Sellers Rank: #8,921 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store) #25 in Financial Thrillers (Books) #37 in Assassination Thrillers (Kindle Store) #43 in Political Thrillers & Suspense
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DR GREGORY REINHOLD –
Great read
Excellent book. Read it in two days and couldn’t put it down. Looking forward to reading the next in this series
Greg –
Spy thriller
Very well written book with narration from various character’s perspectives. Unlike some books, The Asset jumps from one main character to the next. It does not only focus on the main character’s activities. There is a lot of action and thoughtful plots that I could easily picture Hollywood starting a movie series based on this book.
Lawrence Cohen –
Intrigue and a Believeable Story That Could Just Happen
The chemistry of the entire book piques your basic emotions and interest to draw you in so that you feel the tension of the.intrigue.taking place it iis an art to fashion.words such that you focus the.reader deeply enough to make them feel like they are truly a part of the world that they are reading about and forget their real world! The story pulled me in and kept my attention enough so that i want the.next book it.is.very well written and the characters are believable,
MRB –
A great thriller with well developed characters.
This is a non-stop heart pounding thriller that demonstrates mastery in character development and keeps the reader on edge. I could not put the book down as I had to find out what happened. The story moves quickly. Any lapses in continuity you fill in easily. I have written two spy thrillers and I can’t capture the excitement Herzog generates. I started the Russian, his book 2 and will plow through all his wonderful contributions to help me escape what our country has become. Thank you Saul Herzog. Please keep writing…
stephen lyons –
Fast-Paced, Gritty, and Addictive — A Strong Start to Lance Spector
The Asset delivers exactly what I was hoping for after reading The Russian first: a sharp, fast-moving thriller that establishes the DNA of the Lance Spector character and the world he operates in.Having started with The Russian (Book 2), I went back to Book 1 to see how it all began. While I was initially a bit less intrigued by the central premise—a virus-driven threat that can feel overused today—it’s worth noting this book was written years ago, before the trope became saturated. In that context, it works, and more importantly, it doesn’t slow the story down.What The Asset does exceptionally well:• Pacing: Tight, efficient, and propulsive. No wasted pages.• Intrigue & Mystery: The tension builds steadily, with enough twists to keep you turning pages.• Character Foundation: Lance Spector is already fully formed—dangerous, disciplined, and compelling.• Sexual Tension: Well-executed and adds depth without becoming gratuitous.While the premise didn’t hook me quite as immediately as The Russian, the execution absolutely delivered the same level of suspense and momentum. Herzog’s writing keeps the stakes high and the narrative moving, which is ultimately what matters in a thriller.Bottom line: The Asset is a strong opener that rewards readers who start mid-series and then circle back. It confirmed my interest in Lance Spector as a character—and I’ll definitely continue on to Book 3 to see where his work, tradecraft, and personal edges take him next.
Michelle Simons –
Spector has no depth
I swear 2 different people wrote this and it seems so obvious with the character developments. The Russian story is fantastic, grabs your attention immediately and continues until the end. The Montana / agent story is so basic and dry it’s almost like a teenager wrote it. You will roll your eyes with disappointment at the Hollywood predictability of Spector. Wish I knew who “Saul” really was so I could go read the other stuff they wrote. Sadly I will not read any more of Lance Spector series.
Mr Over this Company –
a true barn burner!
This book had everything that can be called a thriller! Interesting characters, wonderful plots and sub plots. Every chapter ended on a cliff hanger that immediately made you want the next one. I loved it and hated to see it end but clearly knew the next book would continue on!
SRLed –
Herzog is a top-notch thriller writer. Read everything he writes.
This is a compelling story, very well-written and filled with colorful characters, depth of plot, and satisfying action. As an avid reader of espionage thrillers, I consider Herzog up with the best of authors of the genre, and I look forward to reading the rest of the series.
Amazon Customer –
Nice spy thriller that keeps u tied in till the end. Has a bit of historical truth to it. Recommended.
Irene –
What a ripper of a yarn. Couldn’t put it down from go to whoa. The characters were well drawn and the plot believable. And, glory be, no long passages describing the scenery, flashbacks to things totally unrelated to the storyline, or any other unconnected issues that only serve to fill up the pages, all of which are always guaranteed to make me close up shop. In this one there was action on every page. Great stuff!This was my first Saul Herzog book. Can’t wait to get on to the next one in this series.
Geordie Burns –
Great opening book, in which the author develops complex characters but also unravels a strong and worryingly believable plot. I value the research behind the detail and flawed yet relatable characters that rely as much on the incompetence of their opponents as their own planning and skill. Captures ongoing Cold War tensions beautifully.
M. R. –
The first impression is not bad. But.Gaps, holes and sloppiness.Characters description seems swinging in the wind without firm center.What happened to Sophia and Olga, both played rather important roles in the book 1, escaped from Russia to the USA with a CIA agent?What happened to Sophia’s cat? After reunion with Sophia, was it left in that apartment with two corpses, or dumped on the street in the middle of winter? Winter in Russia?And more.What happened to the second vial of virus which was a deathly threat to whole human being? After being picked up, no mention about it. Not a word from the person who picked it up, or from anyone at all. Did it disappear into the thin air? Or what?Now into the end of book 2, I am losing patience to keep reading.
Canadian Girl 751 –
One of the best thriller novels I have read. Highly recommend.