The Shadowers

by Donald Hamilton

Book Overview

In order to foil a mass assassination plot, Matt Helm must undertake his most dangerous mission yet: matrimony.An agent like Helm might be a nice man to live with for a while, but he's not the kind of... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0857683373
• ISBN13: 9780857683373
• Release Date: December 2013
• Publisher: Titan Books (UK)
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 4.1" x 6.8"

Customer Reviews

Best spy fiction on the planet

I confess that I often don't remember each and every Matt Helm book specifically, particularly after the first three. But I will say that I have been a fan of Matt Helm since I discovered him in high school, and I own every Matt Helm novel. When it comes to realism and grit, the Matt Helm books are the best spy fiction in the trade. Helm is tough, mean and cynical--and those are his best qualities. And yet there is just enough of the hopeful romantic in him--that his actions can help the world--that he grows on you. You really can start anywhere with Matt Helm and not feel like you're missing anything, but I would definitely suggest beginning with Death of A Citizen.

Pulp Fiction

Been reading Donald Hamilton since I was a child. I love the Matt Helm series.

Unexpected twists

I enjoy all the Matt Helm books, but this is one of my favorites. Matt has to keep a lady scientist safe from the people who have been shadowing her and many other important people. How better to keep a watchful eye on the target than by marrying her? Meanwhile, he is faced with the "assistance" of a well-meaning but fumbling young naval officer.The suspenseful plot is filled with adventure and twists, some of which tie back to previous books. As always, Donald Hamilton tells a good tale.

A case of "who's shadowing who?"

The Russians have a diabolical plan for future assasination targets. Assign an agent to the target and give the signal when the hit is to be made. Matt Helm is assigned to protect a lady scientist, stop her shadow, and find the mastermind behind the plot. A mysterious figure keeps showing up to cause trouble for matt and his charge. Is he the target or another complication in a nasty assignment? Great Helm with several twists and turns. Enjoy!

Matt Helm's cover includes a special marriage.

Matt Helm has to marry the most unlikely prospect in order to keep an eye on her. This great Donald Hamilton mystery includes a complicated plot to assasinate top American people and a special twist as Matt finds out who the "shadower" really is. If you like action, mystery, terrific plots, and realistic stories -- Donald Hamilton is a must. Another great story.