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It seems innocent enough. A disgraced British colonel bequeaths a mysterious letter to his only son. But the moment Adam Scott opens the yellowing envelope, he sets into motion a deadly chain of events that threatens to shake the very foundations of the free world. Within days, Adam's lover... read more

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Adam Scott listens to the reading of his father's will, aware that the financial benefit can only be pitiful. The Colonel, after all, had nothing to leave - except a letter he had never opened himself, a letter Adam fears can only bring further disgrace to the family name.

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"IT'S A FAKE," said the Russian leader, staring down at the small exquisite painting he held in his hands.

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  1. Jeffrey Archer (Author)

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Original Language: English
Publisher: Hodder and Stoughton
Country: United Kingdom
Publication Date: 01/07/1986
ISBN: 0340393653
Page Count: 350

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