In this episode of the https://www.spybrary.com we talk about our best spy books. Host Shane Whaley invites guest Jeff Circle, author, veteran, avid spy novel reader and the head honcho behind https;//www.thewritersdossier.com to embark on a clandestine mission behind the Iron Curtain. As part of the Dead Drop 5 series, Jeff Circle shares his top five best spy thriller books that he would take with him to East Berlin. From classic spy thrillers to lesser-known gems, Jeff Circle's picks promise to keep any thriller enthusiast on the edge of their seat.

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00:00
Introduction and Background
01:11
Jeff Circle's First Book Pick: Peacock and the Sparrow by I.S. Barry
03:01
Shane's Thoughts on Peacock and the Sparrow
04:13
Genre Classification of Peacock and the Sparrow
05:45
Comparisons to Other Books Set in Bahrain
06:39
Jeff Circle's Second Book Pick: The Bitter Past by Bruce Borges
08:24
Discussion on the Setting of The Bitter Past
09:20
Jeff Circle's Third Book Pick: Charm School by Nelson DeMille
15:09
Jeff Circle's Fourth Book Pick: The Defector by Daniel Silva
21:37
Jeff Circle's Fifth Book Pick: Red Sparrow by Jason Matthews
37:35
Jeff Circle's Song Pick: John Berry - The Collection
39:13
Jeff Circle's Drink Pick: Glen Garioch 15
39:47
Jeff Circle's Luxury Item Pick: Loaded Sky TV Box
40:16
Favorite TV Shows and Movies
41:05
Favorite Spy Books
42:31
Recommendations for Vince Flynn Books
43:53
Recommendations for Kyle Mills' Books
44:13
Favorite Book for Exfiltration
44:39
Recommendation for Next Guest
46:08
Where to Find Jeff Circle Online