Questions About How to Catch a Russian Spy: The True Story of an American Civilian Turned Double Agent

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There are such mixed reviews about this book. The 5 star ones seem to think it's hilarious and a thrilling read. The one stars say he thinks too highly about himself. Is this because there are mixed perceptions about what this book is? Curious.

Jack Barsky I scanned some of the reviews (too many to read them all) and I am surprised that everybody who rates it a '1' or '2' is piling on young Naveed for be…moreI scanned some of the reviews (too many to read them all) and I am surprised that everybody who rates it a '1' or '2' is piling on young Naveed for being self-absorbed, etc. That is not unusual at this stage of life, especially when everybody around you feeds you stuff about how great you are. Happened to me too! The real culprits, if you are looking for one, for this book getting such critical reviews are Mr. Henican and the editor. They are supposedly a lot more mature. What the heck were they thinking? They took some really good raw material and blew it! Hope that the movie will be better!(less)

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