The Cormorant Hunt by Michael Idov

The Cormorant Hunt

A Novel

Michael Idov

Scribner · Print & ebook · January 27, 2026

Slow Horses meets Red Sparrow in this electrifying spy thriller and follow-up to The Collaborators, where a disillusioned CIA officer infiltrates an extremist group in the heart of Europe.

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Who it’s for
A brisk thriller setup with enough category heat to satisfy the devoted and the curious.
Genres
Spy Fiction, Political Thrillers, Terrorism Thrillers
Published
Scribner, January 27, 2026

About this book

Slow Horses meets Red Sparrow in this electrifying spy thriller and follow-up to The Collaborators, where a disillusioned CIA officer infiltrates an extremist group in the heart of Europe. Disheartened CIA officer Ari Falk, now hiding in the Republic of Georgia, is hailed as a hero by some and branded a traitor by others after blowing the lid off a massive conspiracy.

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But his quiet exile is shattered when a mission arises—one perfectly suited for someone as jaded and unpredictable as him. This stand-alone sequel thrusts us into a modern era of geopolitical conflict, where a hot war in Europe and shadowy political schemes set the stage for danger at every turn. Enter Asha Tamaskar, a brilliant, neurodivergent CIA officer with her own secrets, and Felix Burnham, a chilling antagonist with radical alliances that could change the global balance of power. From Tbilisi to Prague, Andorra to Bethesda, Idov crafts vivid, authentic settings that amplify the pulse-pounding action. Far from the usual spy thriller, The Cormorant Hunt is brimming with razor-sharp dialogue, heart-stopping twists, and complex character dynamics that bring humanity to the chaos. Every border crossed carries real-world consequences, making this a thriller that feels both urgent and unforgettable. Blending suspense, wit, and authentic storytelling, it’s a must-read for fans of political intrigue, espionage, and thrillers that don’t play by the rules.

Taut Tension

A brisk thriller setup with enough category heat to satisfy the devoted and the curious.

Come here for

  • political and military-thriller tension
  • collector-friendly genre signals

Expect

  • lean, high-stakes pacing
  • historical-thriller atmosphere

Where it sits

Spy Fiction99%
Political Thrillers53%
Terrorism Thrillers45%

Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.

Publisher categories

  • Spy Fiction
  • Suspense
  • Political Thrillers
Authors
Michael Idov
Publisher
Scribner
Published
January 27, 2026
Format
Print & ebook
Reading lane
Spy Fiction