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On the eve of Hitler’s final days, the Nazi regime arranges Martin Bormann’s escape to South America in a secret U‑boat. A terrorist, Sean Dillon, is rescued from a Yugoslavian firing squad only if he assists the British in retrieving Bormann’s long‑lost documents.
The wrecked U‑boat lies buried in the Caribbean, holding a watertight briefcase that contains a list of Nazi sympathizers, including high‑profile citizens from the United States and Great Britain. The evidence may even implicate the Duke of Windsor himself. The frantic search for the briefcase threatens to send shockwaves across the globe, revealing hidden alliances and testing loyalties.
Jack Higgins weaves a tense thriller that blends historical intrigue with modern adventure, exploring the ramifications of espionage, betrayal, and the enduring legacy of World War II.
First publish date: 1993
Genre: War & Military Fiction/World War II Fiction
Authors: Jack Higgins
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