Description
In the frigid waters of the Arctic, former Moscow detective Arkady Renko finds himself aboard a Soviet trawler, the Polar Star, a vessel teeming with secrets and simmering tensions. When the body of a young woman is discovered, Renko is drawn into a complex investigation that stretches from the icy depths to the highest echelons of Soviet society. As he navigates a treacherous landscape of political intrigue and personal danger, Renko must confront the dark undercurrents of a nation on the brink of change. This gripping thriller masterfully blends suspense, character-driven drama, and a vivid portrayal of life in the late Soviet era.
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paperback
Ballantine Books
Published Jan 1, 1989
386 pages
ISBN: 9780345367655
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First Published
1989
Language
eng
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