When Harry Bronstein, a young American tourist, is mistaken for a CIA agent, he finds himself embroiled in a three-way conflict between Chechen terrorists, Russian counter-spies, and a Chinese crimelord. Staying alive will be almost impossible. Naturally, Harry doesn't just want to stay alive... he also wants the girl. Author Michael Paulson combines a fast-paced thriller with his own unique dark humor in Cherem.