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Name: The Ghost
Rating: 3 (1 reviews)
Author: Robert Harris

Dashing Adam Lang, Britain's longest-serving prime minister, finds himself struggling to finish his memoirs after stepping down in disgrace. Suddenly, he hires a new ghostwriter—cynical, mercenary, and quick with a line of deadpan humor. The writer, accustomed to working with minor celebrities, is eager to take on the challenging project. Lang's new ghostwriter quickly uncovers the truth about his predecessor's death, including the dark, tortured past of the ex-prime minister. The story reveals that Lang was not just a charismatic politician but a man with dark secrets that could alter world politics and potentially kill. The discovery of these secrets puts the country at risk, leading to a thrilling adventure that could change the course of history.

First publish date: 2007

Genre: Thriller/Political Thriller

Authors: Robert Harris

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