KING OF SPIES The Dark Reign of America's Spymaster in Korea

This account of the amazing Korean War service of Air Force Major Donald Nichols is given a solid narration by Mark Bramhall. Harden shows us Nichols's hardscrabble background as well as his good instincts and creative intelligence. He was also self-promoting and Machiavellian--but still a highly effective intelligence officer. Nichols was able in insinuate himself into the trust of South Korean President Rhee, and while Nichols ran a successful operation, his methods will shock many listeners. Bramhall's baritone is resonant and warm. His pace is easy to follow. He often affects accents for different voices when reading quotes. M.T.F. © AudioFile 2017, Portland, Maine [Published: NOVEMBER 2017]