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Daniel Silva's new book in his Gabriel Allon thriller series is 'Ransom'

By Joe Donahue
Published July 16, 2026 at 11:30 AM EDT
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Daniel Silva has spent more than two decades proving that the international spy novel can be as elegant as it is suspenseful. The #1 'New York Times' bestselling author and former journalist returns with 'Ransom,' the latest adventure featuring legendary art restorer and Israeli intelligence operative Gabriel Allon.

This time, what appears to be the disappearance of a glamorous British socialite quickly unfolds into a dangerous web of wealth, deception, political intrigue, and long-buried secrets. As Gabriel searches for the missing Alice Winter, he discovers that nearly everyone involved has something to hide—and that an old enemy is waiting in the shadows.

Silva's novels have earned a worldwide following for their meticulous research and relentless pacing. It is a great pleasure and a summer tradition, to welcome Daniel Silva to the RT.

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Joe talks to people on the radio for a living. In addition to countless impressive human "gets" - he has talked to a lot of Muppets. Joe grew up in Philadelphia, has been on the area airwaves for more than 25 years and currently lives in Washington County, NY with his wife, Kelly, and their dog, Brady. And yes, he reads every single book.
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