Maze, by author Alan Jones is not the only novel I have read lately that centers on how corrupt the British government is, but is sure does give it a dastardly look. Longtime political pals concoct a plot to use a rookie MP to aid them in murder. Throw in infidelity among these folks and the plot thickens. We end up in the maze, with dead bodies. Jones does a good job of telling us how they got there.
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Alan Jones does a fantastic job in writing this book, it had that element that I was wanting and thought was suspenseful and worked well in this universe. The characters were everything that I wanted and enjoyed from this type of book. It worked well as a political thriller and am glad I was able to read this.

Thank you NetGalley and Troubador Publishing for this eCopy to review.

Maze is a layered political drama with murder at its core.

🌀 Plot Summary
The novel opens with a shocking image: a man stands at the centre of a maze, two dead bodies at his feet, a weapon nearby, and footsteps rushing toward him. Five weeks earlier, newly elected Labour MP Tom Cavendish-Smyth becomes entangled in a dangerous affair with the wife of an old friend, eminent medical specialist Ralph Purbright. Meanwhile, Ralph is drawn to Tom’s aristocratic wife, Olivia.

What begins as private indulgence spirals into a web of political intrigue, corruption, and betrayal reaching the highest levels of government. As journalist Alex Nowak digs into misconduct and police corruption, Tom is pulled into a desperate scheme to salvage the Prime Minister’s reputation. In this game of power, loyalty is a mirage and trust a weapon.

🩺 What Stood Out
Atmosphere: The opening scene in the maze is cinematic and sets a strong tone.
Themes: Love, power, and betrayal collide in a chilling reflection of modern politics.
Twists: There are moments of genuine surprise that kept me turning pages.


🏛️ Final Thoughts
Maze is a taut political thriller, it will appeal to readers who enjoy conspiracies and power games.