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An early Ludlum that is full of the seventies paranoia there would be Communist spies everywhere with only one purpose...... Anyhow this is a story about 4 couples that are friends and enjoy each others company every so often. And they got one planned when one of the men John Tanner gets a visitation that leads him to believe that one or all of his friends are in league with the Soviets and he can make the difference.
And so enters a story in which nobody seems to be who he/she says, their utmost ...more
And so enters a story in which nobody seems to be who he/she says, their utmost ...more

As often said, Robert Ludlum is a product of his time. This one, referencing the Red Scare, built up tension all the way until the end. As one of his early works, it's easy to see how this would help establish himself for decades to come. Enjoyable read.
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