Pawn in the Shadows
Pawn in the Shadows by K. J. MacMillan is a thrilling debut novel published by UK Book Publishing in 2021. This 392-page book is written in English and introduces readers to Louise Stewart, a black ops assassin working for the UK government. Set in Moscow, the narrative follows Louise as she teams up with Mac, Storm, and Hairy Dave to execute a high-stakes mission: eliminating a high-ranking Russian General while evading capture.
The story unfolds as the team faces their most challenging assignment yet, pitted against a cunning opponent who is a chess master and a rising star within the Russian Intelligence Service. Readers will find a fast-paced exploration of espionage and military tactics, as well as insights into Louise’s background, including her upbringing in a Glasgow council estate. This edition offers a gripping look at the complexities of covert operations and the personal struggles of its characters.
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Pawn in the shadows is the first book by K J MacMillan and introduces Louise Stewart as a black ops assassin in the employ of the UK government. Joining up with Mac, Storm and Hairy Dave, they form an elite assassination team in the heart of Moscow. Their task is taking out a high ranking Russian General without being caught.
The most difficult assassination the team have ever faced against an opponent who is a chess master and rising star of the Russian Intelligence Service. Pawn in the Shadows is a fast-paced thriller tracking Louise Stewart, the daughter of a prostitute in a Glasgow council estate with her father long gone and betrayed by the establishment at every turn.
Kenny MacMillan lives in Glasgow with his wife Lesley. He grew up on the West coast of Scotland in Oban before going to Heriot Watt University and completing a Chemical Engineering degree. He has spent the last 23 years working in the Telecoms and Cyber Security industry before embarking on writing his first book.
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