**The Fourth Protocol by Frederick Forsyth - Preloved Thriller from Patina Paperbacks** When Soviet agents start smuggling nuclear components into 1980s Britain piece by piece, MI5's John Preston smells something rotten in Cold War Denmark (well, Moscow actually). Forsyth delivers his trademark blend of espionage tradecraft and political intrigue as Preston races to prevent a nuclear incident designed to swing a British election. This isn't your typical spy-vs-spy romp – it's a masterclass in how international politics and personal betrayal make uncomfortable bedfellows. Perfect for fans of John le Carré who fancy something with a bit more explosive action, or anyone who thinks modern thrillers could use more actual research and fewer car chases. Forsyth, the former journalist who gave us *The Day of the Jackal*, knows his stuff when it comes to authentic espionage fiction. This preloved paperback from Patina Paperbacks has already kept one reader up past their bedtime – now it's your turn. *"Brilliant Cold War tension – couldn't put it down!"* *"Forsyth at his absolute best. Genuinely gripping stuff."*
