Beware Your Enemy

‘Rod Besley has delivered another outstanding story with Beware Your Enemy. This fast-paced, compelling read delves into the immense sums generated by modern criminal activities and their laundering through big business. The intrigue and dangers portrayed make this book incredibly hard to put down! Rod’s novels stand shoulder to shoulder with bestselling legal thriller authors like John Grisham and Peter Temple, but with a unique twist that extends beyond courtroom dramas. Leveraging his legal expertise, Rod provides readers with an insider’s view into the murky and ruthless world of high finance.’ Leighton Trafford

‘Beware Your Enemy is a cracker read! Rod Besley has excelled in this fast-paced sequel to his first book. The action is full on and unexpected and held me in a suspense-filled grip. Ruthless assassins carry out commissions for money launderers while being thwarted repeatedly by the hero and his sophisticated support group. This is a bird’s eye view of the world of high finance and major property deals. The hero Tom Jackson, a lawyer turned crime fighter, tidies up his unfinished business in true James Bond fashion…. right down to the glamorous women! A rollicking exciting read that will hold the reader enthralled from the very start.’ Greg Meek, former CEO

‘Rod Besley delivers another dynamic legal thriller in Beware Your Enemy, taking readers on a cut-throat journey across Brisbane, Singapore, London, Cairo, Lyon and Sydney. Besley has crafted a new kind of lawyer hero, one for whom the sword is mightier than the pen. Tom Jackson, the Australian legal hero, is back-this time fighting global forces of darkness and money laundering to ensure a £1 billion West End luxury residential development isn’t financed with dirty money. Jackson isn’t just a skilled legal draftsman, he possesses a remarkable cocktail of skills that Besley masterfully employs in this fast-paced sequel to Know Your Enemy. Don’t miss this gripping legal thriller that takes the genre to new heights!’ Scott McDonald, Law Firm Partner

‘In this second novel in the Tom Jackson series, Rod Besley has been able to continue the fast-moving action as Jackson reunites with characters from the first novel, unravelling the twists and turns of another high-profile international property deal linked with funding from suspect sources. From central London to Cairo the action never ceases from start to finish. Another unputdownable read that will have you turning the pages well into the night.’ Peter O’Donnell

‘Rod Besley’s experience as a high-level transaction lawyer is on full display in this second gripping novel featuring the fictional lawyer Tom Jackson, and his sharp instincts and legal expertise shine through in this fast-paced legal thriller. Whether Tom is drafting legal documents, navigating partnerships or stepping up as an action hero, he is a standout character. In his second rapid-fire novel, Rod has also shifted the spotlight to the underworld, Interpol and hired security firms, with Tom Jackson at times working behind the scenes as events unfold around him. The story takes us through many beautifully described international locations, and Rod’s eye for detail, be it in an underground railway station, to an Egyptian marketplace or to a high-end London legal boardroom or safe house, is matched by his depictions of his characters. Congratulations Rod, another absolute page-turner!’ Michael Hawkins AM FAICD

‘Tom Jackson is fast developing into a cult hero; a hybrid of James Bond and a John Grisham protagonist. He requires all of the skills that this combination of characters brings to him to navigate through the intrigue, danger and excitement that is Beware Your Enemy. Highly enjoyable.’ Stephen Quartermain, Lawyer

Hailing from Australia, Rod Besley’s unique background as an esteemed lawyer infuses his writing with a deep understanding of legal intricacies. His ability to unravel complex legal puzzles while keeping readers on the edge of their seats is a testament to his expertise and narrative finesse. Follow Rod’s literary journey for a glimpse into the mind of a legal virtuoso turned storyteller. With each new release, he invites readers to dive headfirst into the realms of power, corruption and the relentless pursuit of truth. If you’re a fan of gripping legal dramas that defy conventions, Besley’s novels are a must-read for your bookshelf.

Dr Juliette Lachemeier is the managing editor of The Erudite Pen, a professional editing and independent publishing business. She helps fiction and nonfiction authors turn their writing dreams into a published reality and has published a number of #1 bestselling titles.

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