TWR Monday | A Modern Day Thriller Masterclass w/ Author Matt Scott

**TWR Monday | A Masterclass On Modern Political Thrillers w/ Author Matt Scott!**

In this episode of *The Whitfield Report*, Sam sits down with modern political thriller author **Matt Scott** for a deep dive into his high-stakes, espionage-filled novels. Matt's latest action-packed thriller, **THE AYATOLLAH TAKEDOWN** (publishing 3/21/23 via Speaking Volumes), continues his gripping series following the success of **SURVIVING THE LION’S DEN** (2021) and **THE IRANIAN DECEPTION** (2022).

Matt shares insights into crafting authentic and pulse-pounding spy fiction, drawing inspiration from masters like Vince Flynn and Brad Thor. He discusses his fascination with Iran, a country rarely explored in Western thrillers, and how he sought to bring it to life through immersive storytelling—much like *The Da Vinci Code* did for European history and art.

From the art of balancing real-world geopolitics with fictional intrigue to the challenges of writing modern-day espionage, this episode is a must-listen for fans of political thrillers, aspiring authors, and anyone who loves a good page-turner.

🔗 **Learn more about Matt Scott and his books at** [**MattScottBooks.com**](https://mattscottbooks.com/)

🎧 **Tune in now for a masterclass in modern spy fiction with Matt Scott!**