King's Counsel
Book • 2013
King's Counsel is a memoir by Jack O'Connell recounting his experiences in the Middle East, particularly his close relationship with King Hussein of Jordan.
Arriving in Jordan in 1958, O'Connell helped foil a coup against the young king and later served as his counselor in Washington.
The book reveals behind-the-scenes insights into key events such as the Six-Day War and the Yom Kippur War, highlighting themes of betrayal and the elusive quest for peace, especially regarding the return of the West Bank.
Hussein's dying wish was for O'Connell to tell this untold story of diplomacy, war, and espionage.
Arriving in Jordan in 1958, O'Connell helped foil a coup against the young king and later served as his counselor in Washington.
The book reveals behind-the-scenes insights into key events such as the Six-Day War and the Yom Kippur War, highlighting themes of betrayal and the elusive quest for peace, especially regarding the return of the West Bank.
Hussein's dying wish was for O'Connell to tell this untold story of diplomacy, war, and espionage.
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