Title: Good but a trifle convoluted
Product review: McCarry's Paul Christopher series has been extremely well written, realistic, and worth seeking out. "Secret Lovers" is no exception. There is plenty here to captivate most McCarry fans. A good read. McCarry obviously is at his best when laying out the intricacies of tradecraft, and the various attempts by rival agencies (both US and international) to outwit each other. There are a few other parts where the inspiration seems to flag or gets overburdened. One is the section in Spain, and the other is Paul's wife Cathy. The basic impulses driving his wife's actions are understandable and perhaps sympathetic (living with a Christopher could never be easy.) but her character is a bit overwritten and melodramatic. Nonetheless, recommended.
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