Former CIA agent shares balancing family life with covert missions

CIA Operations & Intelligence - The CIA recruited agents to gain access to foreign governments and terrorist groups [3] - CIA utilized spy craft and surveillance techniques, including aliases and disguises, to avoid detection [4] - CIA technicians created concealed compartments for weapons [5] - The CIA approved and limited what could be revealed in the book [5] - Anne Butler continues to support CIA operations behind the scenes after retiring from field work [9] Family & Personal Life - Anne Butler's family lived abroad while she worked as a spy [1] - Her husband knew about her job but didn't ask questions [1][2] - Her children were unaware of her true career until her retirement ceremony [2][7][10] - Balancing career and family was a challenge, including missing her son's first birthday [6] Cover Story & Deception - Anne Butler's cover was a diplomat at the State Department [2] - Her cover was easy to maintain because people tend to talk about themselves [3]