Codename Villanelle - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0316512524 ISBN 13: 9780316512527

Publisher: New York Graphic Society, 1985

Synopsis

The basis of BBC America's April 2018 release "Killing Eve," starring Sandra Oh--A stylish game of spy vs. spy played by Villanelle, a peerless international assassin, and Eve, the fiercely intelligent MI6 analyst whose mission is to take her out
Villanelle (a codename, of course) is one of the world's most skilled assassins. A catlike psychopath whose love for the creature comforts of her luxurious lifestyle is second only to her love of the game, she specializes in murdering the world's richest and most powerful. But when she murders an influential Russian politician, she draws a relentless foe to her tail.
Eve Polastri (not a codename) is a former MI6 operative hired by the national security services for a singular task: to find and capture or kill the assassin responsible, and those who have aided her. Eve, whose quiet and otherwise unextraordinary life belies her quick wit and keen intellect, accepts the mission.
The ensuing chase will lead them on a trail around the world, intersecting with corrupt governments and powerful criminal organizations, all leading towards a final confrontation from which neither will emerge unscathed. Codename Villanelle is a sleek, fast-paced international thriller from an exciting new voice in fiction.

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Review:

"A memorable protagonist... there is an extra sheen of glamor that makes Villanelle more a James Bond than a mere killer."--The Daily Mail

"Gloriously exciting... a short howitzer of a novel... Jennings writes at supersonic speed, packing in an impressive number of violent set pieces and sex scenes. The breakneck pace is undeniably addictive, but he also displays an offbeat sense of humor."--Metro (UK)

"Exciting and fun."--Daily Express (UK)

Praise for Codename Villanelle "What a sleek, sophisticated, fabulously entertaining tale! Codename Villanelle is a breathtaking ride through the cobblestone streets of Europe in the fastest of cars and driven by the most alluring, and dangerous, of drivers. Absolutely first rate!"--Christopher Reich, author of The Take

"Luke Jennings' novel--much like its eponymous antihero--is professional, efficient, sexy, sophisticated, and deadly. This is a beautifully written thriller that works on all levels."--Patrick Hoffman, author of Every Man a Menace

"Like Ian Fleming, Jennings is at once tongue-in-cheek and serious. . . . His version of 007 is great fun."--Sunday Times (UK)

"A memorable protagonist . . . There is an extra sheen of glamor that makes Villanelle more a James Bond than a mere killer."--The Daily Mail (UK)

"Detailed portrayals of Villanelle's globe-hopping hits and Eva's strategic hunt create strong suspense... A promising series setup."--Booklist

Book Description:

Jason Bourne meets The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo in an outrageously entertaining thriller

About this edition

• Publisher: New York Graphic Society
• Publication date: 1985
• ISBN 10: 0316512524
• ISBN 13: 9780316512527
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 224