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The collection gathers three classic Modesty Blaise stories. In the first, a high‑profile art forgery leads the heroine into a deadly underworld of crime. The second revisits Maude Tiller, a former secret agent, as Modesty confronts a network of arms dealers in the shadowy streets of Paris. The final tale centers on a stolen horse that triggers both monetary gain and danger for the unflappable heroine. Introductions by Modesty Blaise authority Lawrence Blackmore frame each adventure and provide context for this iconic spy comic.
With sharp artwork and tightly woven plots, these stories showcase Modesty Blaise’s lethal charm and sharp wit against a backdrop of espionage, crime, and relentless suspense.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels/Graphic Fiction
Authors: O'Donnell, Peter
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