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In a dangerous world nothing is straightforward. Not even murder. 'Judd...knows his stuff when it comes to the milieu of espionage.' The Times 'An elegant and informed British espionage novel.' Financial Times 'Authentic, clever and wonderfully entertaining.' Sir Richard Dearlove, former head of MI6 'We can't think of a better Christmas read.' Oxford Alumni Magazine 'He saw Cleaner Bob arrive that morning, the morning of his death.' In the peaceful towns and villages of England, Cleaner Bob is washing windows, and people are dying in sudden and unexpected circumstances. When it becomes clear that the victims have a common history as Russian defectors, foul play is suspected and a hunt begins to locate their assailant, the lethal poison that killed them, and the mole who is leaking their locations. In a race against time, only one man has the connections and experience to crack the case before more people perish. Charles Thoroughgood, former head of MI6, is enjoying retirement in the Oxfordshire hamlet he calls home when the call comes in. A man of duty, he agrees to take part in a mission that will lead him into the heart of enemy territory and threaten to undermine the very values he holds most dear. Tense, engrossing and terrifyingly believable, the latest Charles Thoroughgood novel is a timely and brilliant reminder that Alan Judd is a master of the spy thriller and a writer of the very highest quality.

A penetrating new spy thriller from a master of the genre

A young author unexpectedly receives an invitation from the renowned O.M. Tyrell after writing a harsh review of his novel. Following Tyrell's sudden death during their meeting, the author experiences a meteoric rise in his career, gaining fame and acclaim. However, he becomes increasingly haunted by his success. The narrator uncovers a mysterious manuscript, an enchanting woman linked to it, and a dark bargain that suggests achieving greatness comes with a heavy cost.

A new edition, with new introduction, of Alan Judd's classic novel of army life.

This text presents a history of the launch of Britain's Secret Intelligence Service through the life of its founder, Mansfield Cumming. Cumming was a soldier of 50 with a distinguished military record when asked to set up MI6. Many aspects of his work and character remain traditions to this day.

In April 1945 Hitler's bunker in Berlin was the last place Edith Mecklenburg wanted to be. But Edith had no choice: as secretary to Eva Braun, Hitler's mistress and -- for a few final, desperate hours -- his wife, Edith had to see it through to the bitter end. Edith was one of the lucky few. She not only got out alive but made a new life for herself in England. Sixty years on, now a widow and grandmother, the Bunker is almost forgotten. But the past has not forgotten her. Hans, a soldier she knew from those dark days, has written asking if he may visit. Obsessed with the war, he has spent the intervening decades tracking down all who were there, and who survived. In her reluctant raking-over of old coals, Edith finds embers that still burn, and in the act of remembrance a very current threat . . .

*SUNDAY TIMES HISTORICAL FICTION BOOK OF THE MONTH, MARCH 2021* ‘Absolutely spellbinding. I gobbled it up in two days and could not stop' Miranda Seymour. This meticulously researched novel by award-winning writer Alan Judd delves into the life of literary genius Kit Marlowe, whose violent death remains one of history's great mysteries. Set in Elizabethan England, the narrative follows Francis Walsingham, the Queen’s chief spymaster, and his agents as they combat Catholic plots and invasion threats. Among them is Kit Marlowe, a young Cambridge undergraduate of humble origins and controversial beliefs, who is dedicated to gathering intelligence for the Crown. His murder outside an inn in Deptford ignites a flurry of rumors and unresolved suspicions. Years later, Thomas Phelippes, a former colleague of Marlowe's, finds himself imprisoned in the Tower. To regain his freedom, he must recount every detail he remembers about Marlowe's life and death to King James, who is inexplicably intrigued by the poet. Praise highlights Judd's storytelling prowess and deep understanding of his subject. Critics commend the vivid portrayal of espionage, dissent, and intellectual discourse, while also applauding the atmospheric tension and the enigmatic depiction of Marlowe. The narrative keeps readers guessing until the very end, blending historical fact with fiction in a gripping tale.

A powerful Cold War thriller in the tradition of John le Carre from the acclaimed author of A Breed of Heroes