In an attempt to keep journalist Jimmy Gilroy from uncovering a dark secret while writing a book about reality star Susie Monaghan and her untimely death, Phil Sweeney arranges for a sweetheart of a deal--Jimmy can assist Larry Bolger, the former prime minister of Ireland, with writing his memoir. What Phil didn't count on, though, was Bolger falling off the wagon and revealing just enough of the secret to spark Jimmy's curiosity. The clues lead him around the world to a hierarchy of the world's powerfully elite, and his perseverance may earn him the story of a lifetime... or a place on the obits page.
Alan Glynn (Limitless; Winterland) capably juggles several subplots in Bloodland, giving the reader just enough detail to know the subplots will come together, but not enough to figure out how until Glynn is absolutely ready to reveal it. This lack of foresight, combined with the constant movement of the novel's players, keeps the momentum at a full-tilt pace. The timely political, corporate, military and scientific references are engaging, but don't be distracted: this is a book that requires close attention to all the players in the game. Keeping up with this pack of corrupt competitors sprint to the finish line will put your cardiovascular system to the test; don't forget to breathe! --Jen Forbus of Jen's Book Thoughts