John Milton

John Milton is a fictional character and the protagonist of the John Milton series, which follows the exploits of a highly skilled government assassin. The series, beginning with "The Cleaner," portrays Milton as a ruthless yet introspective operative who treats his lethal profession as an art form. After a decade in the shadows, he seeks to leave his violent past behind, only to discover that his former employers have other plans. The books blend action with psychological depth, exploring themes of redemption and the consequences of a life steeped in violence.

The character shares his name with the historical John Milton, the 17th-century English poet renowned for his epic work "Paradise Lost." The real Milton was a prolific writer and intellectual whose works reflected his staunch republicanism and advocacy for free speech, most notably in "Areopagitica." His poetry and prose remain foundational to English literature, earning him recognition as one of the language's greatest authors. Though his political views made him controversial in his time, his literary legacy endures, with "Paradise Lost" widely regarded as a masterpiece of human creativity. The fictional assassin's name pays homage to this literary giant while crafting a modern narrative of moral ambiguity and high-stakes intrigue.