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Code to Zero

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by Ken Follett (Goodreads Author)

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I just finished this book and it was a pretty good read. However, something that's bothering me about it is that the Epilogue jumps to 1968 and the Apollo 11 moon landing. That happened in 1969. Am I missing something? I figured there would be plenty of other comments pointing out this error, but so far I have found only one other person who brings this up and no one else has responded or addressed it.
Paul Cammarota I just finished a hardcover copy I purchased in a thrift store, and my copy has 1968. Which really bugged me because July 20 1969 was my 6th birthday.…moreI just finished a hardcover copy I purchased in a thrift store, and my copy has 1968. Which really bugged me because July 20 1969 was my 6th birthday. I'll never forget everyone gathered around the black and white tv that night!(less)
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Why is the Goodreads description of the book- in Greek? Or it could be Russian... either way it does NOT help me figure out if I want to read it.
Jennifer Agreed (I believe it's Russian)! I went to share this rec with a friend of mine b/c I enjoyed it....and now have to go searching for the book elsewher…moreAgreed (I believe it's Russian)! I went to share this rec with a friend of mine b/c I enjoyed it....and now have to go searching for the book elsewhere.(less)
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does anyone know why the title of the book is "code to zero" ? thanks for your answer
Ray Gauthier (Slight Spoiler)
I believe it's because near the end the enemies have to enter the code to activate the self destruct on the rocket to sabotage it. Th…more(Slight Spoiler)
I believe it's because near the end the enemies have to enter the code to activate the self destruct on the rocket to sabotage it. The "to zero" part may just be referencing the countdown to launch.(less)
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