The Alamut Ambush Review

The novel centers on British intelligence operative , an unconventional, scholarly hero known for being "one step ahead" of both his enemies and the reader.

: A brainy, sophisticated intelligence officer who prioritizes the "defense of the realm" above all else. The Alamut Ambush

: First edition copies are considered valuable among collectors, with prices ranging from £75 to £200 depending on condition. The novel centers on British intelligence operative ,

: Audley is tasked with investigating the connection between the modern explosion and the ancient "Assassins" of the Alamut fortress. : Audley is tasked with investigating the connection

: The novel was adapted for television in 1986 as part of the series "Chessgame," starring Terence Stamp as David Audley. It was later released as a standalone TV movie titled The Alamut Ambush . Publication History

: The story begins with a fatal car bomb on a quiet English road, which initially appears to be an act of Middle Eastern terrorism.

: A signature theme in Price's work is that "the past lies in wait to ambush the present"—the idea that historical events hold the key to solving modern mysteries. Key Characters