I think it's more difficult now to write a spy thriller with the collapse of the Soviet Union. Many authors have tried, but few have succeeded in capturing the interest of readers.

Even the most radical Islamic terrorist would not want to see the revered holy city of Medina go up. It would be like losing the Vatican in Rome.

I try to end every chapter with an air of suspense. I try to leave the reader wanting to turn the page.

Ernest Hemingway was the author I drew inspiration from.

Kate had never been married, so she had no way of knowing if I was a normal husband. This has been good for our marriage.

Absolutely breathtaking, nail-biting, and edge-of-your-seat. Michael Koryta is a master at maintaining suspense and a hell of a good writer. THOSE WHO WISH ME DEAD is one of the best chase-and-escape novels you’ll read this year-or any other year. The pace never lets up.

I had a very strong desire to be successful at something.