Dogs of War - by Frederick Forsyth (Paperback)

About the Book

Originally published: New York: Viking, 1974.

Book Synopsis

#1 New York Times bestselling author Frederick Forsyth delivers an international thriller that takes readers into the darkest hearts of men and nations...

In a remote corner of the impoverished African republic of Zangaro lies Crystal Mountain. At certain times of the day, the mountain itself seems to glow with a strange light. Only the ruthless and untouchable tycoon Sir James Manson knows why: the mountain contains billions of dollars worth of the world's most valuable mineral--platinum. And he wants it all.

To do so, he must first remove the unfriendly government currently in power and replace it with a puppet regime. Towards this end, Manson hires the deadly Cat Shannon and his team of mercenaries to do the dirty work. But he didn't realize how bloody things were going to get. And when he betrays the mercenaries to a brutal fate, he doesn't realize how far Shannon is willing to go for revenge...

Review Quotes

"Forsyth is truly the world's reigning master of suspense"--Los Angeles Times

"When it comes to espionage, international intrigue, and suspense, Frederick Forsyth is a master."--The Washington Post Book World

"A super thriller...as instantly enthralling as The Day of the Jackal."--Publishers Weekly

"A novel of pure escape--which could satisfy even the most jaded reader."--The Wall Street Journal

"Not only exciting but truly surprising."--The Atlantic

About the Author

Frederick Forsyth is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of seventeen novels, including The Day of the Jackal and The Odessa File, as well as short story collections and a memoir. A former Air Force pilot, and one-time print and television reporter for the BBC, he has had four movies and two television miniseries made from his works. He is the winner of three Edgar Awards, and in 2012 he won the Diamond Dagger Award from the Crime Writers' Association, a lifetime achievement award for sustained excellence. He lives in Hertfordshire, England.