The Accidental Spy: A Christian Novel of Espionage, Action, and Suspense
by Tom Rattray
"A clean, action-packed read filled with unexpected twists and turns."
Midwest Book Review, D.Donovan, Senior Reviewer
Suspense-ridden, fast-paced, international intrigue… I was hooked from the start.
Grant Stauffer
What happens when an average American accidentally discovers a national security threat?
Schoolteacher Phil Shepherd never dreamed of becoming a hero.Nuclear bombs and enemy subs were the furthest thing from his peace-loving mind when he set sail off the Florida coast on a pleasure trip. When a collision leaves him stranded on a raft in the middle of nowhere, his only thought is to pray for rescue. But when he happens across a massive commercial fishing net being pulled by an unknown vessel, he hitches a ride, not knowing he's in for the ride of his life!
Phil's son and a local reporter are trying to get him rescued, but first he must be found. As Phil's plight gains national interest, the public thinks it's following a 'lost at sea' tale. The underwater drama heading its way is another story--one only Phil knows. With God's help, can he stop it in time?
READERS SAY:
"Had me on the edge of my seat! Engaging and inspirational at the same time."
Joseph W. Burgin, Pastor
"Great thriller! Many unexpected twists and turns. Once I started it, I couldn’t wait to get back to it and see what happened next. Keeps you hanging right to the end."
Robert J. Fritz, Jr., Reviewer
"Excitement, humor and heart. This book will have you holding your breath! I look forward to reading more from this author."
Deb Mitchell, Reviewer
"Riveting, suspenseful thriller that captured my interest from the opening lines and didn’t let me go until the exciting and unexpected resolution...But don't make the mistake of starting it at bedtime as I did. You'll lose more sleep than you bargained for!"
Gary L. Breezeel, Reviewer
"Action-packed...full of energy, excitement, intensity...and emotion! My hands were sweating and my heart was racing more than once!! And who doesn’t love a book with a little romantic intrigue in the midst of espionage?"
Anne M. Smith, Reviewer
"I was as hooked on the unfolding adventure as Phil Shepherd was to the net. I would certainly recommend “The Accidental Spy” to anyone who enjoys an action packed believable adventure and knows that faith and trusting God will come to a satisfying conclusion."
Cliff Kuhnell, Reviewer
"The book was exciting, a real page turner from page one to the very end...and I didn't want it to end. However, the ending was perfect!"
Patricia Krueger, Reviewer
"Intense and engaging plot! Some lesser works seem to use bad language or salacious situations to bolster an otherwise mundane storyline. Not this one.. (And) well-hidden end of story! Bravo!"
Ted W. Smith, Reviewer
"A suspense thriller written in the style of a Tom Clancy [novel]...One of those books you can sit down with on a rainy Sunday (and finish if you let the housework go). Which I did!"
Mary Beth Hardwicke, M.D.
"A plausible, action packed novel with good technical details, quiet success, and without a stream of sex wound through it."
Jean Edward Schaefer
"Fun surprises along the way!"
June Blume, Reviewer
"...Good and suspenseful ,/b>and the book had a lot of detail which helped to make it very believable."
Larry Proctor
"Excels in character development and plot. Very quickly we are drawn into a mystery...Well done, Mr. Rattray!"
Gary Hambleton, Reveiwer
"Really liked all the twists and turns. The story kept me guessing. Heroes, action, drama, and suspense...so well written it was hard to put down."
Chuck Clevenger, Reviewer
Midwest Book Review, D.Donovan, Senior Reviewer
Suspense-ridden, fast-paced, international intrigue… I was hooked from the start.
Grant Stauffer
What happens when an average American accidentally discovers a national security threat?
Schoolteacher Phil Shepherd never dreamed of becoming a hero.Nuclear bombs and enemy subs were the furthest thing from his peace-loving mind when he set sail off the Florida coast on a pleasure trip. When a collision leaves him stranded on a raft in the middle of nowhere, his only thought is to pray for rescue. But when he happens across a massive commercial fishing net being pulled by an unknown vessel, he hitches a ride, not knowing he's in for the ride of his life!
Phil's son and a local reporter are trying to get him rescued, but first he must be found. As Phil's plight gains national interest, the public thinks it's following a 'lost at sea' tale. The underwater drama heading its way is another story--one only Phil knows. With God's help, can he stop it in time?
READERS SAY:
"Had me on the edge of my seat! Engaging and inspirational at the same time."
Joseph W. Burgin, Pastor
"Great thriller! Many unexpected twists and turns. Once I started it, I couldn’t wait to get back to it and see what happened next. Keeps you hanging right to the end."
Robert J. Fritz, Jr., Reviewer
"Excitement, humor and heart. This book will have you holding your breath! I look forward to reading more from this author."
Deb Mitchell, Reviewer
"Riveting, suspenseful thriller that captured my interest from the opening lines and didn’t let me go until the exciting and unexpected resolution...But don't make the mistake of starting it at bedtime as I did. You'll lose more sleep than you bargained for!"
Gary L. Breezeel, Reviewer
"Action-packed...full of energy, excitement, intensity...and emotion! My hands were sweating and my heart was racing more than once!! And who doesn’t love a book with a little romantic intrigue in the midst of espionage?"
Anne M. Smith, Reviewer
"I was as hooked on the unfolding adventure as Phil Shepherd was to the net. I would certainly recommend “The Accidental Spy” to anyone who enjoys an action packed believable adventure and knows that faith and trusting God will come to a satisfying conclusion."
Cliff Kuhnell, Reviewer
"The book was exciting, a real page turner from page one to the very end...and I didn't want it to end. However, the ending was perfect!"
Patricia Krueger, Reviewer
"Intense and engaging plot! Some lesser works seem to use bad language or salacious situations to bolster an otherwise mundane storyline. Not this one.. (And) well-hidden end of story! Bravo!"
Ted W. Smith, Reviewer
"A suspense thriller written in the style of a Tom Clancy [novel]...One of those books you can sit down with on a rainy Sunday (and finish if you let the housework go). Which I did!"
Mary Beth Hardwicke, M.D.
"A plausible, action packed novel with good technical details, quiet success, and without a stream of sex wound through it."
Jean Edward Schaefer
"Fun surprises along the way!"
June Blume, Reviewer
"...Good and suspenseful ,/b>and the book had a lot of detail which helped to make it very believable."
Larry Proctor
"Excels in character development and plot. Very quickly we are drawn into a mystery...Well done, Mr. Rattray!"
Gary Hambleton, Reveiwer
"Really liked all the twists and turns. The story kept me guessing. Heroes, action, drama, and suspense...so well written it was hard to put down."
Chuck Clevenger, Reviewer
