The most distinguishing element of my novels is that I try as hard as I can - within the context of a popular commercial thriller - to make them feel authentic. Drawing on real locations and real events is part of that authenticity.

Also, most people read fiction as an escape - and I wonder whether my books aren't a bit too grounded in reality to reach the widest possible audience.

The most distinguishing element of my novels is that I try as hard as I can - within the context of a popular commercial thriller - to make them feel authentic. Drawing on real locations and real events is part of that authenticity.

Never underestimate the power of Abby Joseph Cohen.

The notion that employees and companies have a social contract with each other that goes beyond a paycheck has largely vanished in United States business.

If only the human body could handle trauma as well as biotechnology stocks do.

Sergeant Bergdahl may have broken any number of military laws.