Eagle's Impact

Harry Long is sent to China in order to unravel the secrets of a Chinese military experiment that may have gone wrong. He goes undercover in a Chinese university in order to solve the mystery about the deaths of two Chinese students involved in the experiment. Harry cleverly uncovers different sinister plans and motives. But we also witness his dealings with different individuals. The association with Lily Wang, academic colleagues and British Intelligence all have an impact on him. This is especially the case with his relationship with Lily Wang and their discussions. We can experience the impacts and changes in Harry as he learns that Chinese culture offers him a different way of thinking. Things finally get complicated when he has to take some difficult loyalty decisions. The impact of his experiences in China and questions about moral principles leads him to take self-determining decisions.

“This captivating thriller offers a masterclass in understanding how an individual can be so mesmerised by a culture that they revise their worldview.”

“Eagle’s Impact provides an action-packed book which takes place in China. The author shows a depth of knowledge of Chinese culture that will fascinate the reader.”

David Cliff is a successful author as this is his third book. However, this is the first thriller he has written. He is not new to publishing given he was employed in journalism for six years at Woman’s Own magazine before changing to an academic career. He studied at London and other universities gaining his bachelor, master and PhD qualifications.

During the past ten years, he was an academic advisor and teacher in China, where he was deemed a ‘National Distinguished Expert’ having gained a prestigious Chinese award. His experiences in China inform the basis of the culture and places in this book. Currently living in Surrey, he loves the countryside, travel, jazz and art. Creativity is his passion and any outlet for this gives him inspiration.