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The Fourth Protocol follows MI5 investigator John Preston as he uncovers a Soviet master plan, dubbed Plan Aurora, devised in a secluded dacha near Moscow. The scheme, a layered plot of terror, seeks to destabilize Britain and trigger revolution. As Preston races against time, he assembles a team of allies and confronts a web of espionage, betrayal, and high‑stakes intrigue. The novel weaves a tense narrative of international espionage, showcasing the stakes of Cold War conflict and the relentless pursuit of national security.
First publish date: 1984
Genre: Thriller/Political Thriller
Authors: Frederick Forsyth
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