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Archangel

By Robert Harris
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Archangel by Robert Harris is a gripping crime thriller about a British historian named Fluke Kelso. As he delves into the secrets surrounding Josef Stalin's Russia, Kelso uncovers hidden documents and a deadly conspiracy that leads him to the remote town of Archangel. The novel masterfully intertwines historical intrigue with a fast-paced narrative, offering unexpected twists and suspense.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy gripping tales that delve into historical mysteries with a modern twist. Set in post-Soviet Russia, it follows a historian who uncovers dark secrets about Stalin, complete with suspense and vivid depiction of the political landscape. If you appreciate a mix of crime, history, and a thrilling narrative, this story could be quite compelling.

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Archangel

When historian Fluke Kelso learns of the existence of a secret notebook belonging to Josef Stalin he is determined to track it down, whatever the consequences.

A number one bestseller from the award-winning master of the literary and historical thriller genre- Robert Harris. A gripping, thrilling explosion into Russia's mysterious history...

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FROM THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING AUTHOR

'With Archangel, Robert Harris confirms his position as Britain's pre-eminent literary thriller writer' The Times

'He has a talent for heart-poundingly tense story-telling, and an ability to conjure up atmospheres almost palpable with menace' Sunday Times

When historian Fluke Kelso learns of the existence of a secret notebook belonging to Josef Stalin, he is determined to track it down, whatever the consequences. From the violent political intrigue and decadence of modern Moscow, he heads north to the vast forests surrounding the White Sea port of Archangel, and a terrifying encounter with Russia's unburied past.

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Robert Harris's Archangel is lauded as a fast-paced thriller teeming with suspense and intrigue, even surpassing the expertly crafted tensions of his previous work Fatherland. The novel solidifies Harris as a leading figure in the literary thriller genre, offering a gripping narrative set in Russia that feels authentic and keeps readers engaged until the very end.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780099527930

Publisher: Cornerstone

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 October 2009

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Arrow Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 27.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 304g

Pages: 432

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Penguin Books Robert Harris

About the Author

Robert Harris is the author of eleven bestselling novels: the Cicero Trilogy - Imperium, Lustrum and Dictator - Fatherland, Enigma, Archangel, Pompeii, The Ghost, The Fear Index, An Officer and a Spy, which won four prizes including the Walter Scott Prize for Historical Fiction, and Conclave. His forthcoming book, Munich, coming out in September 2017, is set over the four days of the Munich Conference, and is filled with the real-life characters and events of the time. Several of his books have been filmed, including The Ghost, which was directed by Roman Polanski. His work has been translated into thirty-seven languages and he is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature. He lives in West Berkshire with his wife, Gill Hornby.

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