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In this 1960s espionage adventure, the intrepid duo of Modesty Blaise and her partner Willie Garvin confront the ruthless Simon Delicta and the deadly Swordmaster Wenczel. Their impossible mission takes them from London across Panama to the deserts of the Sahara, where razor‑sharp combat skills and unwavering loyalty are tested at every turn.
First publish date: December 1984
Genre: Adventure Fiction/Action Adventure
Authors: O'Donnell, Peter
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