Tears of Autumn - (Paul Christopher Novels) by Charles McCarry (Paperback)

About the Book

A major bestseller upon its first publication in 1975, "The Tears of Autumn" is McCarry's riveting novel of espionage and foreign affairs, spun with unsettling plausibility from events surrounding the assassination of J.F.K.

Book Synopsis

A masterful espionage thriller that delves into the murky depths of international intrigue and conspiracy, set in the aftermath of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.

Charles McCarry's novel, a major bestseller, follows Paul Christopher, an American intelligence officer and former Marine, as he uncovers a shocking theory about the true motives behind the assassination.

Christopher's investigation leads him to believe that the Kennedy White House was involved in the assassination of Vietnamese President Ngo Dinh Diem, and that Vietnamese leaders orchestrated Kennedy's assassination in retaliation.

As he pursues the truth, Christopher faces threats from powerful figures who want to keep the conspiracy buried. His relentless quest for answers takes him from Paris to Rome, Zurich, the Congo, and Saigon, revealing a web of deceit and danger.

With its compelling narrative and richly drawn characters, The Tears of Autumn is a gripping tale of espionage, political intrigue, and the search for truth. Charles McCarry's novel is a must-read for fans of spy fiction and anyone intrigued by theories surrounding the Kennedy assassination.

About the Author

Charles McCarry (1930-2019) worked for several years for the Central Intelligence Agency. He wrote 10 novels about Paul Christopher, as well as many other novels and nonfiction books.