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A Most Wanted Man
Espionage thriller
A Most Wanted Man
A frightened young Chechen-Russian man named Issa Karpov arrives illegally in Hamburg carrying evidence of a mysterious fortune. Idealistic lawyer Annabel Richter and British banker Tommy Brue become entangled in his request for safety and access to the money, while competing intelligence agencies debate whether he is a victim or terrorist threat. German spymaster Günther Bachmann sees an opportunity for a patient operation, but allies with different priorities may not honor his promises. Somber and morally ambiguous, this espionage novel suits readers who appreciate post-9/11 politics, surveillance, divided agencies, vulnerable outsiders, and thrillers where institutional betrayal is more dangerous than conventional action.
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Terrorism themes, strong language, and bleak events
Alcohol-Free Pour
Spiced Christmas Cocoa
Cinnamon and nutmeg give whipped-cream cocoa the flavor of a Christmas evening.
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As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.How to mix it
- Whisk the cocoa and sweetener into the hot liquid until smooth. Add remaining flavorings, heat until steaming, and pour into a mug. Add any listed topping.
- Garnish: As listed.
- Glassware: Mug.
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Hamburg Pilsner
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
A restrained German pilsner for a cool, morally tangled spy story.
How to mix it
- Pour into a clean pint glass and serve at the appropriate cool serving temperature.
- Garnish: None.
- Glassware: Pint glass.
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