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International bestseller Jeffrey Archer picks up the sweeping story of the Clifton Chronicles with A Matter of Honor--featuring a bonus interview with author. It seems innocent enough. A disgraced British colonel bequeaths a mysterious letter to his only son. But the moment Adam Scott opens the yellowing envelope, he sets into motion a deadly chain of events that threatens to shake the very foundations of the free world. Within days, Adam's lover is brutally murdered and he's running for his life through the great cities of Europe, pursued not only by the KGB, but by the CIA and his own countrymen as well. Their common intent is to kill him before the truth comes out. While powerful men in smoke-filled rooms plot ever more ingenious means of destroying him, Adam finds himself betrayed and abandoned even by those he holds most dear. When at last he comes to understand what he is in possession of, he's even more determined to protect it, for it's more than a matter of life and death-it's a matter of honor. Only days before Britain declares war on Germany, Harry Clifton, hoping to escape the consequences of long-buried family secrets, and forced to accept that his desire to marry Emma Barrington will never be fulfilled, has joined the Merchant Navy. But his ship is sunk in the Atlantic by a German U-boat, drowning almost the entire crew. An American cruise liner, the SS Kansas Star, rescues a handful of sailors, among them Harry and the third officer, an American named Tom Bradshaw. When Bradshaw dies in the night, Harry seizes on the chance to escape his tangled past and assumes his identity. On landing in America, however, Bradshaw quickly learns the mistake he has made, when he discovers what is awaiting him in New York. Without any way of proving his true identity, Harry Clifton is now chained to a past that could be far worse than the one he had hoped to escape.
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"Archer just may be my new favorite author. My 2nd read from him and I'm so completely impressed by his masterful story telling skills. A completely different genre from the first book I read, this book is a murder, mystery thriller sure to keep you on the edge of your seat!"
— Rani (4 out of 5 stars)
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One of the top ten storytellers in the world.
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A Matter of Honor Listener Reviews
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" This is one of the best thriller novels I have ever read. "
— Renata, 2/16/2014 -
" I am enjoying this author more and more. good flow to this espionage tale. "
— Bonnie, 1/31/2014 -
" This is the first Jeffrey Archer novel that I read. I loved the suspense and pace of the story, but the end was a bit hurried and confusing to me. "
— Swagata, 1/31/2014 -
" Much underrated. This book is hardly mentioned when listing Archer's great works. Set on the 60's, it still doesn't fail to entertain. The book also educates you about how the Swiss banking system works. Great read "
— Vineet, 1/28/2014 -
" James bond like story at break neck speed. From the library at the camping. "
— Roy, 1/24/2014 -
" A little too predictable for my liking but an worthwhile read all the same. Its an easy going book that could have been made better if several characters had been developed slightly further. "
— Adam, 1/17/2014 -
" Jeffrey Archer is one of my fav authors and so had some expextations from this as well as with every other of his books. But i wouldnt rate it as Jeffrey Archer's book. It was just ok. The plot was quite good and could have expanded a bit more on that. "
— Krishna, 1/16/2014 -
" Definitely a page-turner, and interesting story. Better than "As the Crow Flies". "
— doug, 1/16/2014 -
" very interesting...... the way it has been told ..i wish i could make it in to film.... "
— Seena, 1/9/2014 -
" A first rate spy novel that is on par with the best James Bond adventures. "
— Pete, 1/9/2014 -
" ALex Romanov of the KGB saved this book from me. Such a great character "
— Richard, 12/16/2013 -
" A bit dated but still a very good book. "
— Chris, 12/10/2013 -
" This is now a little dated, however it moves quickly. Author really knows how to string you along. Will read more by this author. "
— Jennifer, 12/3/2013 -
" an enjoyable read. discovering I really enjoy this author. "
— Jenninecraig, 12/2/2013 -
" This book took a while to pick up pace but once it did it was a roller-coaster of nail biting action. It is realistic, thrilling and well written. "
— Deidre, 11/30/2013 -
" A Ok read.. the story could have been developed better.. "
— Rupesh, 9/22/2013 -
" An interesting read...a bit of a slow start, too much explaining and telling rather than showing, not exceptional writing skills, but the plot was interesting, and the story was entertaining. The idea was there, the execution was a bit lacking. But it was enjoyable. "
— Cate, 9/14/2013 -
" Thoroughly entertaining. I love this author. "
— Kw, 7/4/2013 -
" Another CIA/KGB story... set in 1966.... story starts in Moscow & England.....the action is spread across Europe...the hero is Adam Scott...who's just left the British Army... "
— Jai, 4/7/2013 -
" Not his best artwork, but still one of my favorites. Good plot. "
— Hadi, 2/11/2013 -
" I read this a few years back and it is one of Archer's best pieces of work. A fast-paced, hanging-on-the-edge-of-your-seat thriller. "
— Fahd, 2/2/2013 -
" As always, Archer is good. "
— Scott, 9/14/2012 -
" little slow for being a Jeffrey Archer novel.But the author keeps u interested abt whats the BIG secret till the end... "
— Neha, 8/29/2012 -
" If you like Russian/British/American spy novels, you'll enjoy this book. It was an easy read. "
— Kelly, 8/1/2012 -
" Good book but I got a little bit lost with all the names! "
— Jeri, 7/12/2012 -
" An excellent plot and an average narration.. "
— Alex, 6/29/2012 -
" A MATTER OF HONOR is an exceptional book! A must read! "
— Naina, 1/23/2012 -
" I have read lot of books of this author however this one was a little to extreme. Torture and violence is difficult for me to deal with so had difficulty finishing this book "
— Sheila, 11/11/2011 -
" One of those books that you can only start when you have lots of free time because you won't be able to put it down. A real page turner and definitely Jeffrey Archer's best!!! "
— Susan, 10/10/2011 -
" A great political thriller by Jeffrey Archer - my favourite author of all time. "
— MJ, 8/9/2011 -
" This is a nice book to read if you are looking to kill time. I would have liked the book more had the protagonist been a little more down to earth. "
— Adarsh, 7/29/2011 -
" I actually read this book in 1987 (or so), but remembered so little of it that it's possible I read only a excerpt of it in another Archer book. Anyway, it's a pretty good story. But not as good as other spy novels out there. And it feels very 80s. Solid 2.5. "
— Nicole, 3/11/2011 -
" I'm sure I've read it before, but I realized it too far along in the book. It's not just a tight storyline that sucks you into the rhythm of a Archer, but also the vivid detail to his characters and their intriguing dialogues, the sly jibes and the witty repartees. This one's no different! "
— Kokil, 3/8/2011 -
" ( Uma Questão de Honra ) "
— Babete, 3/6/2011 -
" Not his best artwork, but still one of my favorites. Good plot. "
— Hadi, 3/3/2011 -
" An excellent plot and an average narration.. "
— Alex, 2/27/2011 -
" Competent and worth a weekend's read. Most interesting is the author's veiled critiques of the liberal policies that flourished in the 60s. As a disgraced conservative politician, this book's obsession with clearing the family name gives it a gossipy flavor. "
— Christopherseelie, 2/3/2011 -
" it started a bit slow, but in mid-book, it was like a chasing train, picking up speed all the way till the end. "
— Janice, 12/13/2010 -
" I re-read this again (maybe for the third time or more!), and I always like this book!! Very suspenseful and exciting... a spy-type chase plot.... Jeffrey Archer is great! "
— Parker, 11/4/2010 -
" little slow for being a Jeffrey Archer novel.But the author keeps u interested abt whats the BIG secret till the end... "
— Neha, 8/16/2010 -
" Another CIA/KGB story... set in 1966.... story starts in Moscow & England.....the action is spread across Europe...the hero is Adam Scott...who's just left the British Army... "
— Jai, 7/1/2010 -
" a good thriller.found it a bit dragging at times but not bad.the story is predictable though "
— Pavan, 6/23/2010 -
" I do love the books by Jeffrey Archer, but didn't found this one really nice. <br/>bit old fashion, and the pace is not as thrilling as in his other books ... "
— Octabis, 5/11/2010 -
" Excellent! My kinda reading. Lots of twist and turns. Kept me on the edge all the way. This is the second time I've read this book. "
— Leona, 3/12/2010 -
" just one word --- FANTASTIC !! "
— Sarah, 12/29/2009
About Jeffrey Archer
Gerard Doyle, a seasoned audio narrator, he has been awarded dozens of AudioFile Earphones Awards, was named a Best Voice in Young Adult Fiction in 2008, and won the prestigious Audie Award for best narration. He was born of Irish parents and raised and educated in England. In Great Britain he has enjoyed an extensive career in both television and repertory theater and toured nationally and internationally with the English Shakespeare Company. He has appeared in London’s West End in the gritty musical The Hired Man. In America he has appeared on Broadway in The Weir and on television in New York Undercover and Law & Order. He has taught drama at Ross School for the several years.
About Martin Jarvis
Martin Jarvis, OBE, has recorded more than 150 Just William stories for the BBC. These have become international audio bestsellers. He won the Theatre World Award for his starring role on Broadway in By Jeeves; his West End appearances include works by Ayckbourn, Frayn, Pinter, and Wilde. Screen successes include everything from Stargate Atlantis, Doctor Who, and Numb3rs to The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and the Oscar-winning Titanic.