The Vigilant Spy
The Vigilant Spy by Jeffrey Layton, published by Kensington on May 12, 2020, is a thrilling narrative that follows former Russian naval intelligence officer Yuri Kirov, who seeks a peaceful life in the United States with his adopted family. However, his expertise in underwater technology draws him back into the world of espionage when he is recruited by the CIA to help uncover the secrets of a new Chinese weapon system, codename SERPENT, which threatens U.S. naval superiority.
As tensions rise between China and Russia, Yuri’s mission takes a perilous turn when he is inserted onto Hainan Island with a CIA officer and a high-ranking Chinese engineer. The story unfolds against a backdrop of political intrigue and military conflict, highlighting the complexities of espionage and the stakes involved in international relations. This edition spans 375 pages and is presented in English, offering readers an engaging exploration of the themes of loyalty, danger, and survival in a world on the brink of war.
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Once a spy . . .
Granted asylum by the United States, former Russian naval intelligence officer Yuri Kirov wants nothing more than to live peacefully with his adopted American family. But first the underwater technology expert must pay a price . . .
Yuri is drafted by the CIA. His mission: assist U.S. spies with uncovering the secret behind the People’s Republic of China’s new weapon system, codename SERPENT. The radical antisubmarine technology erases America’s advantage in underseas warfare.
Amid the turmoil of escalating tension between China and Russia, Yuri’s team is inserted by a spy sub onto Hainan Island in the South China Sea. The mission spirals out of control, leaving Yuri trapped with a CIA officer and a beautiful, high-ranking Chinese engineer. With PRC forces closing in and war between superpowers about to break out, there is only one avenue of escape left. That route will pit Yuri against China’s full might and power . . .
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“An explosive, high-stakes thriller that keeps you guessing.”
—Leo J. Maloney
“The excitement never stops . . . high adventure at its very best.”
—Gayle Lynds
“A page-turner with as much heart as brains.”
—Dana Haynes
“A fast-paced adventure that will take readers on a thrilling journey.”
—Diana Chambers
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