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In the snows of Washington, D.C., a fatal hit‑and‑run kills the secret aide to a powerful White House department, uncovering hidden secrets that spark a chain reaction of terror. Former President Jake Cazalet, recovering from a diving trip, receives a warning about a new Al Qaeda threat that is still far from defeated. Sean Dillon, alongside the Prime Minister's private army, has already dismantled a London attack, but the organization—now facing rising competition—intends to go public. Dillon must navigate the corridors of power, double‑crossed foes and a global conspiracy, with the midnight bell sounding as stakes climb worldwide.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: Thriller/Political Thriller
Authors: Jack Higgins
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