The Chinese Mandolin

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By Thomas Grant ’64

Published March 18, 2020

In this spy thriller, Thomas Grant ’64 weaves a fast-paced tale rife with murder and kidnapping as the protagonist Sam solves clues to reach the heart of a massive computer-espionage operation. The Chinese Mandolin (Amazon) crosses continents from Manhattan to the South China Sea, testing Sam’s resolve and ethical standards.

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