The Attaché

A sidelined Marine officer is thrust into the deadly world of espionage, where one mistake could cost his life—or tip the global balance of power in Russia’s favor—in the electrifying first book of an original series from New York Times bestselling author M.P. Woodward, acclaimed for his novels in the Tom Clancy Jack Ryan universe.

When Captain Jackson Mayne is reassigned to Istanbul as a temporary naval attaché after a near-fatal combat injury, he expects desk duty, not danger. But when a routine intelligence request pulls him into the wake of a mysterious cargo ship, Mayne stumbles into a high-stakes international conspiracy involving Russian intelligence, a rogue mathematician, and a shadow financial network capable of funding a devastating new offensive.

As covert CIA operations collide with Russian intelligence, Mayne is hunted across continents—from the streets of Istanbul to the Black Sea and beyond—forced to rely on instincts honed in combat rather than diplomacy. Operating outside official channels, he must navigate shifting alliances and buried secrets to stop a clandestine funding network that could hand Russia a strategic advantage across Europe.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

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• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

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• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
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• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs