Perfect for fans of HOMELAND, this is the classic novel of espionage and intrigue.

'Brilliant...wild and exhilarating' New Yorker

Sgt Raymond Shaw is a hero of the first order. He's an ex-prisoner of war who saved the life of his entire outfit, a winner of the Congressional Medal of Honor, the stepson of an influential senator...and the perfect assassin. Brainwashed during his time as a POW he is a 'sleeper', a living weapon to be triggered by a secret signal. He will act without question, no matter what order he is made to carry out.

To stop Shaw, his former commanding officer must uncover the truth behind a twisted conspiracy of torture, betrayal and power that will lead both to the highest levels of the government. - and to Shaw's own past...

"Brilliant ... wild and exhilarating" - New Yorker

"This masterpiece is even more trenchant these days than when it was first written" - Catholic Herald

"Apocalyptic ... Condon is wickedly skilful" - Time

"Shocking, tense ... high-grade adventure-suspense" - San Francisco Chronicle

"This masterpiece is even more trenchant these days than when it was first written" - CATHOLIC HERALD