The Neighbor from Geneva

In "The Neighbor from Geneva," author F. David Ford crafts a spellbinding narrative that takes readers on a thrilling journey through the worlds of international finance, espionage, and organized crime. The story begins with the passing of a woman in a quaint New Jersey town, leaving her son, Jack Gelt, as the sole heir. Jack, an international private banker living in Switzerland, becomes the center of curiosity for his eager neighbors, especially when they discover he's an eligible bachelor.

However, the townsfolk are oblivious to the troubles that the enigmatic newcomer will bring with him. Simultaneously, readers are introduced to James Krieg, a former United States Department of Justice lawyer who is facing the ire of American intelligence and a powerful Russian Oligarch. Determined to start anew, Krieg leaves his position at the Rialto Bank in Zurich and returns to the United States.

But Krieg's return thrusts him right back into a whirlwind of banking intricacies, international espionage, and the clutches of organized crime. As he struggles to navigate this treacherous world, a ghost from his past resurfaces, setting off a chain of events that turns his life upside down.

Jack Gelt and James Krieg inhabit vastly different spheres, but fate weaves an intricate tapestry that draws them together. The question looms: Will Gelt's audacious choices lead to Krieg's downfall, or will their intersecting destinies reveal deeper layers of deception and intrigue?

Set against a backdrop of financial crime and global intrigue, "The Neighbor from Geneva" is a riveting thriller that explores the intricate web of power, ambition, and the unforeseen consequences of one's actions. Prepare to be swept away by a tale that blurs the lines between international finance and personal vendettas.