Plot contrivances used to advanced ideas taken too often. Healthy dose of POTUS, Syrian President both conspired to achieve their objectives, ridiculous code names, sex, betrayal and redemption.
Story lacks nuance and intelligence with Syrians portrayed stupidly and heavy handed. Shoot first and ask no questions. Brother against brother leads to brother killing brother!
I may read the second book in the series depending on reviews. The author’s first attempt is boring and amateurish.