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John Wells, a seasoned CIA agent, is exhausted from years of covert work across Afghanistan, Pakistan and beyond. When a sudden traffic pile‑up in Washington puts his partner and his life in danger, Wells discovers a Russian‑led threat that will put the nation’s security at risk. The novel follows Wells as he races to unravel the conspiracy, confronting enemies and making hard choices that could determine the future of the United States.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Thriller/Political Thriller
Authors: Alex Berenson
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