Barry Eisler
Barry Eisler is a former CIA officer whose John Rain assassin thriller series is notable for its authentic depiction of intelligence tradecraft, its Japanese settings, and its morally complex protagonist. His novels are praised by former intelligence professionals for their accuracy. He is also an outspoken commentator on authorship and publishing business models.
Works
- Rain FallThriller featuring professional assassin and his relationship with target he betrays
- Hard RainThriller about assassin seeking peace but drawn back into deadly game and violence
- Rain StormEspionage thriller following assassin navigating dangerous spy networks and betrayals
- Killing RainThriller about former assassin seeking revenge on those who harmed his family
- The Last AssassinEspionage thriller about aging assassin reflecting on his violent and dangerous career