The Defector

The Defector recounts the captivating true story of a KGB saboteur’s 1971 defection in London, which led to the expulsion of over a hundred Soviet diplomats and reshaped Cold War espionage. Drawing on declassified documents and interviews, the book explores covert operations, intelligence failures, and behind-the-scenes deception, revealing how a single turncoat’s actions significantly impacted MI5, the CIA, and the broader intelligence community. With its thriller-like narrative, this compelling account offers fresh insights into one of the Cold War’s most consequential episodes, resonating with contemporary concerns about Russia and international espionage.