author : John AltmanJohn Altman was born in White Plains, New York, and is a graduate of Harvard University. In addition to writing fiction, he has worked as a teacher, musician, and freelance writer. He has penned eight thrillers, including The Korean Woman, False Flag, Disposable Asset, The Art of the Devil, The Watchmen, A Game of Spies, Deception, and A Gathering of Spies.