Sarrilla's Prime Minister James Tresser abides by the maxim "better a hand in friendship than a fist in war" - even if his cabinet ministers infight and his parliamentary debates become debacles. So when Longguo's despotic Emperor Li expresses a wish to reestablish diplomacy, Tresser accepts the laurel branch. Yet only a week to their meeting, a cat and a squirrel show up with an outlandish claim: Li's peace offering is a plot. And one of Tresser's advisors is an enemy agent. Outlandish, yes, but is it true? The truth could shift the balance of world powers. And as the cold war heats up, lives suddenly collide against a backdrop of love affairs, foreign lands, and royal prophecy. Amidst it all Tresser finds his leadership put to a darkly lethal test. How can you fight a battle when you don't know who you can trust? ~ "From lies and torture to treason and murder, this gripping tale offers an unforgettable reading experience. Each scene is expertly crafted, immersing readers in a suspenseful journey where they are left guessing what will come next." - Midwest Book Review (Suzie Housley) "It is the kind of literary work that lingers in the mind long after the final page is turned...a perfect blend of suspense and surprises" - Literary Titan ☆☆☆☆☆ (5 stars) 🏆WINNER OF THE LITERARY TITAN GOLD AWARD
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