The Artful Spies

The Artful Spies is a thriller about Zach and Sophie Taylors' first operation as novice agents with the CIA. He is an established sommelier in San Francisco versed in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu who worked undercover for the California alcohol police. She is a professor of art history at UC Berkeley, Krav Maga martial arts expert, and reformed art thief. They were recruited by the CIA to combat art theft and terrorism, one of the world's most significant and complex crimes, now seen as a national security threat. From the deserts of Egypt to the canals of Venice and the Congolese jungle, they find themselves in a race against time with an African terrorist group bent on detonating weapons of mass destruction in Europe. Starting with the severed hand of a Saudi arms dealer, Sophie wants to "Follow the art," not knowing her words will lead them on a trail of crumbs to a blazing gun battle in the Venetian Arsenal, the daring rescue of a hostage, sinking a freighter in the Venetian Lagoon, a lovers' tryst in the wine cellar of a mansion on Lido Island, and the unmasking of a saint.

"A smart, stylish thriller that blends espionage, art crime, and a refreshingly original spy couple into a masterfully crafted page-turner. The Artful Spies is a fast-paced ride that sets the stage for a top-shelf spy series." - goodreads