Every defector carries a secret. But what if the greatest secret is the defector himself?
When a high-ranking Russian intelligence officer walks into the U.S. Embassy in Warsaw seeking asylum, the Counterintelligence Division is called into action. Colonel Aleksandr Volkov claims he possesses information that could expose one of the most sophisticated espionage networks ever built. Yet from the moment the interrogation begins, veteran counterintelligence officer Daniel Mercer realizes something is wrong.
Volkov knows classified details that should be impossible for him to know. Every answer he gives is precise, calculated, and carefully chosen. As Mercer digs deeper, he discovers that the defection may be part of a deception planned years in advance.
The investigation soon uncovers hidden intelligence operations, long-buried government secrets, mysterious disappearances, and an enigmatic codename, Orpheus. As allies become suspects and trusted institutions begin hiding the truth, Mercer and his team must determine whether they are hunting a foreign spy, a double agent, or the architects of an international conspiracy that has remained hidden for decades.
Packed with authentic tradecraft, psychological tension, covert operations, political intrigue, and relentless suspense, The Double Agent delivers a gripping espionage thriller where every revelation raises new questions and every alliance comes with a price.
Perfect for readers who enjoy intelligent spy fiction, international espionage, counterintelligence investigations, and fast-paced political thrillers, this is the second installment in the Counterintelligence Division series.
Because in the world of intelligence, the most dangerous weapon isn't a gun, it's the person everyone believes they can trust.
