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Damien Hunter: Espionage and Politics – Thrillers Inspired by a Career in Government

Damien Hunter: Espionage and Politics – Thrillers Inspired by a Career in Government

Update: 2024-10-03
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Episode 6: Damien Hunter: Espionage and Politics – Thrillers Inspired by a Career in Government


Release Date: October 3, 2024
Recorded On: August 15, 2024


In this episode, we chat with Damien Hunter, author of Secrets of State and The Madrinega Missiles, which form part of the thrilling Jeigh Leighton series. As an aviation enthusiast and former political consultant, Damien brings his real-life experiences from government and politics into his riveting spy novels. We explore how his career shaped his writing, the inspiration behind his political thrillers, and his thoughts on the intersection of espionage, global politics, and fiction.


Damien is a supporter of The Aerospace Museum of California, and his passion for aviation often plays a crucial role in the rich world-building of his stories. In this conversation, he shares his process of crafting intricate narratives filled with suspense, action, and political intrigue.


Join us as we dive into Damien’s literary journey, the challenges of writing in the spy thriller genre, and the ways he brings authentic details from his consulting career into his novels. Whether you're a fan of espionage fiction or interested in how politics influences storytelling, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration.


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  • Author of Secrets of State and The Madrinega Missiles


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Damien Hunter: Espionage and Politics – Thrillers Inspired by a Career in Government

Damien Hunter: Espionage and Politics – Thrillers Inspired by a Career in Government

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