'Rewrites the script for spy fiction in the 21st century. Sam Guthrie draws on a lifetimes experience to provide a compelling depiction of China as a major player in the global intelligence game' Nigel Inkster, former director for operations and intelligence for MI6, and author of The Great Decoupling
A twisty political thriller that asks if it's possible to really ever know your friends. The Peak provides a rare insider's look into the world of international trade policy, set against the ascendency of China as the world's leading superpower Alma Katsu, author of Red London and former CIA and NSA analyst
The Peak is a classy and very clever contemporary thriller. There's an intriguing global dimension to the plot, which feels particularly apposite and accurate in these troubled and unsettling times' Alex Gerlis
'Will there be a showdown between China and the west? The answer thrills and chills in Sam Guthries addictive tale of how human passion and geopolitical intrigue might bring doomsday closer' Professor Rana Mitter
Sam Guthrie is a born writer this is a cracking thriller' Dervla McTiernan
Gripping and original an insight into contemporary espionage and geopolitics' Oliver Harris
'Sam Guthrie distills the clash of civilisations into an intimate, personal war a battle for the world, fought as a struggle for the soul. He reminds us of Solzhenitsyns enduring truth: The line dividing good and evil cuts through the heart of every human being' Chris Ulhmann, journalist and author of Secret City
A confident, explosive debut from an author sure to be the next big thing Laura McCluskey, The Wolf Tree
'Guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat' Hayley Scrivenor, Dirt Town
Gripping from the get go, The Peak is a compelling, rollicking thriller; a must read for fans of Le Carre and a terrifying glimpse into the very near future. Steve Lewis, Secret City
