The Watchman

An Explosive Thriller from a Real-Life Action Expert

The Watchman by Chris Ryan, published in 2002 by Arrow Books, is a gripping, high-octane thriller written by a former SAS soldier who knows the world of covert operations inside out. With his trademark authenticity and razor-sharp pacing, Ryan delivers a tense and action-packed tale of betrayal, vengeance, and survival.

The story centers on Alex Temple, a highly trained operative with a deadly skillset and a mission that could cost him everything. When a top-secret government mission goes disastrously wrong, Temple is framed and forced to go underground. Hunted by those he once trusted, he must use every ounce of his training to uncover the truth—and strike back at those who betrayed him.

Ryan brings a gritty realism to every scene, from brutal hand-to-hand combat to shadowy intelligence networks. The Watchman is not just a story of action—it's a deep dive into the mind of a man who’s been pushed too far and is ready to fight back on his own terms.

Perfect for fans of military thrillers, espionage dramas, and edge-of-your-seat suspense, this novel will keep you turning pages long into the night.