A stunning, apocalyptic standalone sequel to The Stranger . The Terrorist Guy Fowle, known as the Stranger, escapes from prison. A mysterious Russian hacker is murdered in London and his thumb cut off. At the heart of government, the Chancellor of the Exchequer is desperate to keep a secret. It's a puzzle that Jude Lyon of MI6 must solve, and quickly. If he doesn't the world will literally go up in flames. ***** 'Violent, authentic and alarmingly believable story about modern spying' - Sun ' There's a healthy crop of younger spy writers ripening just now, and Simon Conway is among the pick of the bunch ' - The Times 'A superb writer, with great imagination, inventiveness and the ability to portray events with simplicity and urgency' - Michael Jecks, author of Act of Vengeance 'Conway has created, with Jude Lyon, a very modern hero, and one who will run for many more stories, I hope. Basically, if you are going to read any thriller this year, make it this one' - Shots Magazine