Life has never been the same for Hector Kane since he was ousted from the CIA two years ago. His marriage to the intelligent and beautiful Yubi is unraveling after the death of their only son. His teaching job at an elite university in the Middle East has failed to fulfill him as he had hoped. His heart and mind are still caught up in his adventurous past as a spy.

So, when the CIA offers him a chance to return, he accepts without hesitation. This could be his only opportunity to salvage his marriage and live the life he always dreamed of. His mission seems deceptively simple: take his wife and five of his students to a romantic island in the South China Sea. More details will be revealed in Asia.

However, once in Asia, things become increasingly bizarre. Hector starts to question the nature of his mission when the CIA instructs him to infect one of his students with a deadly virus. As if that isn't enough, Hector soon receives a call from a Saudi prince claiming that Yubi is a spy for the Chinese government -- and that she has seduced and kidnapped the prince's son.

Unable to confide in the CIA, Hector is forced to act alone. He must reevaluate his relationship with his wife and rethink everything he believed about his marriage, his mission, and himself.

"A knotty and satisfying tale of action, drama, and secrets."
- Kirkus Reviews

"Engrossing... Hawkes keeps the twists coming... Fans of superior post-Cold War spy fiction will be satisfied."
- Publishers Weekly

"With its relentless pace, smart plot, and top-notch writing, The Haze makes for a most appealing and compelling read... The Haze is a must-read for fans of Spy Stories and is recommended without reservation."
- Book Viral

"A thoroughly enjoyable contemporary spy novel recommended to fans of the well-known 'heavy hitter' espionage writers."
- Reedsy

"Reading The Haze feels very much like going on a tour round the world and meeting diverse people, cultures, cities... The author's wordplay is quite fascinating... Also, to his credit is his in-depth knowledge of global geopolitics which he put to good use in giving the book a real life semblance. The Haze is a thrilling book that could make anyone's day."
- Mary Jane Anderson, book blogger

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• Publication Date: May 11, 2020
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• Print Length: 434 Pages
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