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Set during World War II, the story follows a lonely Englishwoman stranded on an island in Scotland who finds herself drawn to the enigmatic assassin code‑named The Needle. As an enemy spy learns a critical secret that could tilt the balance in favor of the Nazis, the woman’s world turns into a tense game of suspense, intrigue, and dangerous love.
First publish date: 1978
Genre: Suspense/General Suspense
Authors: Ken Follett
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