The Risk Agent (novel)
| Author | Ridley Pearson |
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| Illustrator | |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Suspense, Thriller |
| Publisher | G.P. Putnam’s Sons |
Publication date | July 19, 2012 |
| Media type | Print (hardcover and paperback), e-book, audiobook |
| Pages | 432 |
| ISBN | 978-0399158834 Search this book on  . |
The Risk Agent is a 2012 thriller novel by Ridley Pearson. The story follows former military contractor John Knox and veteran Chinese intelligence officer-turned-forensic accountant Grace Chu investigating the disappearance of Lu Hao and Clete Danner in Shanghai, despite private investigations being illegal.[1] The book was published on June 19, 2012.[1]
Synopsis[edit]
To take care of his autistic brother, John Knox partners with Grace Chu to investigate the kidnapping of Knox’s old friend Clete Danner and Lu Hao, the brother of Chu’s boyfriend.[2]
Reception[edit]
On June 30, 2012, The Morning Sun said that Pearson “has created an intense and realistic thriller. The atmosphere and culture of China draws the reader into a new world."[3]
Potential film adaptation[edit]
On July 25, 2012, Vince Vaughn acquired the film rights to star in and produce the film adaptation with Universal Pictures distributing and Michael Lerner writing the script.[4] In 2015, Max Adams wrote the script.[5]
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "The Risk Agent". Kirkus Review. June 19, 2012. Retrieved July 15, 2020.
- ↑ "The Risk Agent". Publishers Weekly. April 4, 2012. Retrieved July 15, 2020.
- ↑ Ayers, Jeff (June 30, 2012). "Book Review: 'The Risk Agent' crackles with suspense". Morning Sun. Retrieved July 15, 2020.
- ↑ Fleming Jr., Mike (July 25, 2012). "Vince Vaughn Acquires Ridley Pearson's Novel 'The Risk Agent' As Star Vehicle". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 15, 2020.
- ↑ Fleming Jr., Mike (July 14, 2015). "Universal Drafts Army Gunner-Turned-Scribe Max Adams To Adapt Fallujah Memoir 'House To House'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 15, 2020.
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