Jeffrey Archer ends his William Warwick saga with End Game, a masterful thriller set amid the tension and spectacle of London’s 2012 Olympic Games. When Britain wins the bid to host, the celebration is cut short by an international conspiracy to launch a devastating attack that could throw the world into chaos. Commander William Warwick and his Scotland Yard team must outthink a network of ruthless operatives in a race against time—from London’s crowded streets to the shadowy halls of power—to stop the assassin before the Games begin.
Archer is in top form here, blending political intrigue, espionage, and human drama with his signature precision. The pacing is relentless, the stakes sky-high, and the dialogue sharp as ever. Familiar adversaries return, including the cunning Miles Faulkner, adding extra tension and satisfaction for longtime fans.
With its cinematic scope and emotional depth, End Game is everything a series finale should be—intelligent, high-octane, and deeply satisfying. Archer proves once again why he remains one of the best storytellers in the business.
** Thanks to NetGalley and Harper360 for a comp of the eBook. Opinions are my own.