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Clara Verona Cold War Thrillers · Book 1

The Deepest Cut

by Bowen Greenwood
4.0
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Thrillers Historical Thrillers Suspense Thrillers

Betrayed. Hunted. Accused of murder.

In the shadowy heart of 1980s Panama, a communist insurgency threatens to ignite World War III.

Clara Verona, a brilliant young CIA officer hungry to prove herself on the front lines of the Cold War, goes deep undercover to infiltrate the guerrillas. But when her mission explodes, Clara finds herself hunted through jungle trails and urban alleys.

Framed for murder and racing against a ticking doomsday clock, Clara must master corrupt cops, Russian spies, and her own heart. One wrong move, and the deepest cut won’t just end her career—it could end the world.

A gripping Cold War thriller of espionage, betrayal, and high-stakes heroism, The Deepest Cut is perfect for fans of Tom Clancy and Daniel Silva.

Type
Novel
Format
Ebook, Paperback
Published
Dec 2023
Pages
194
Language
EN

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Language
1/4

rare, soft words

Violence
3/4

graphic injury/death

Romance / Sex
2/4

kissing, touching not sensual

Biblical Themes
0/4

None

Author note: Zero graphic sex, passionate kiss at the end

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Tone

Epic

Themes

Good vs Evil
Betrayal

Tropes

Enemies to Lovers
Slow-Burn Romance
Happily Ever After

Point-of-View

1st person past
close 3rd person
2-5 POV characters

Pace

Fast-Paced

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Sarah Pierzchala

Jul 19, 2026

Fast-paced and satisfying!

This throwback to the 1980s Cold War has an entertaining, high-stakes plot. It’s light on character development, but Clara is still an engaging protagonist—she’s skilled and determined without being an annoying girl-boss. The touches of romance between her and Victor add some believable spice to the story. The prose is smooth and there are just enough real-life historical and procedural details to lend authenticity without bogging down the action. But frankly, it could have been even longer!! Fans of political thrillers will certainly enjoy this lightning-paced page-turner.

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