Set between the fictional Southeast Asian nation-island of Pulau (based on Singapore) and Egypt, The Haze tells the story of Hector Kane, a CIA spy who receives an unexpected call from a Saudi prince who claims that Hector’s wife is a Chinese spy who’s seduced and kidnapped the prince’s son.

In this intricate tale, Hector must solve the mystery surrounding his wife and the prince’s son without raising any suspicion from the CIA. And he has to do so during one of the most delicate CIA operation in years.

＂Engrossing... Hawkes keeps the twists coming... Fans of superior post-Cold War spy fiction will be satisfied.＂ - Publishers Weekly

＂A knotty and satisfying tale of action, drama, and secrets.＂ - Kirkus Reviews

＂With its relentless pace, smart plot, and top-notch writing, The Haze makes for a most appealing and compelling read... The Haze is a must-read for fans of Spy Stories and is recommended without reservation.＂-Book Viral

＂A thoroughly enjoyable contemporary spy novel recommended to fans of the well-known ’heavy hitter’ espionage writers.＂ - Reedsy