Victory Square
The stunning conclusion to Olen Steinhauer’s crictically acclaimed Cold War cycle.
Berlin, 1989
The collapse of the Wall. For many, a new beginning.
But for some, the beginning of the end.
In the dying days of the Eastern bloc, it’s business as usual for detective Emil Brod. With three days to go until Brod’s retirement, the death of spymaster Lieutenant General Kolev from a heart attack is a routine matter. Until a lethal cocktail of drugs is found in the autopsy and rumours spread that a revolutionary group may be responsible.
Soon Brod uncovers a widespread plot, with roots in one of his earliest cases: old enemies have come out of hiding while old friends are choosing sides. Across Europe, Communism starts to crumble, and Brod wonders how many innocents it will take with it…
Praise for ‘Victory Square’: -
”'Well-plotted series… currents of rebellion and pro-democracy fervor sizzle in the air and this story catches all the danger and excitement of the historic moment” - New York Times
'His people are real, the crimes genuine, and he is telling larger truths about that era, making it unusually accessible' LA Times -
'If you haven't yet discovered this gem of a series, I can't recommend them enough' The National Review -
Praise for 'The Istanbul Variations': -
'Great stuff.' Observer -
Praise for 'The Vienna Assignment': -
'Fascinating…clever…a beautifully written spy thriller.' Guardian -
'Steinhauer has carved a niche for his well-researched Cold War thrillers….vividly captures the atmosphere and the mood of the time, with credible characters and impressive detail.' Sunday Telegraph -
'Highly recommended.' Irish Times -
'Steinhauer shows himself to be a master of plotting…he doesn't put a foot wrong…exquisitely written, full of well-drawn characters.' Irish Examiner -