Jack Higgins is the brilliant mind behind 'Touch the Devil', a gripping thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat. I first stumbled upon this book while browsing through my local library’s espionage section, and it instantly caught my attention with its sharp prose and relentless pacing. Higgins has a knack for blending historical intrigue with high-stakes action, and this novel is no exception—it’s packed with covert operations, betrayals, and that classic Cold War-era tension he does so well.
What I love about Higgins’ work, especially in 'Touch the Devil', is how he crafts morally ambiguous characters who feel incredibly real. The protagonist, Liam Devlin, is one of those figures you can’t help but root for, even when his methods are questionable. Higgins’ background as a journalist and his deep research into wartime history shine through, giving the story an authenticity that’s hard to fake. If you’re into spy thrillers with a literary edge, this one’s a must-read—it’s like le Carré but with a bit more grit and a faster pulse.