Sea Leopard

The Royal Navy is testing new, top-secret technology aboard their nuclear submarine, Proteus, known as Sea Leopard. The Soviets know about it and launch a daring operation to steal the technology. British Intelligence agent Patrick Hyde is on the case, but KGB agents are hot on his heels, and time is running out.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 364 pages
Publication date: 10 July 2023
Publisher: Canelo

The Cold War, which has been stagnant for years, appears to be showing no signs of abating. The Royal Navy is currently conducting top-secret tests on a new and groundbreaking technology aboard their nuclear submarine, Proteus. This technology, known as Sea Leopard, has the incredible ability to render an entire submarine invisible to sonar, granting it the freedom to sail anywhere, undetected. However, the secret of Sea Leopard is not confined to the British Navy. The Soviets have been aware of its existence for quite some time and view it as a grave threat to their own naval capabilities. In response, they launch a daring and intricate double-pronged operation to steal the technology.

At sea, the Soviets will employ various tactics to lure Proteus into a trap. They will send out a decoy submarine, designed to mimic the appearance and movements of Proteus, to draw it close enough for a boarding operation. Meanwhile, a team of KGB agents, led by the ruthless Agent Petrunin, will be dispatched to London. Their mission is to track down and capture the inventor of Sea Leopard, a brilliant scientist named Quin.

In London, the stakes are high, and time is running out. KGB agents are hot on the trail of Patrick Hyde, a British Intelligence agent assigned to protect Quin and prevent the theft of Sea Leopard. Hyde is not only on UK soil, but he is also being pursued by the KGB, who are determined to capture him and gain access to the technology.

As the plot unfolds, Hyde finds himself in a race against time to rescue Quin and prevent the Soviets from acquiring Sea Leopard. He must navigate through a web of treachery and deception, using his skills and resources to outwit his enemies and stay one step ahead of the clock. Along the way, he encounters a cast of characters, including fellow Intelligence agents, scientists, and even a former KGB agent who has turned against the Soviets.

The tension and excitement in this novel are palpable, as the reader is taken on a thrilling and suspenseful journey through the depths of the ocean and the heart of London. The author has done an excellent job of combining high-stakes espionage with claustrophobic underwater adventure, creating a novel that is both intense and utterly compelling. Fans of Robert Ludlum and Frederick Forsyth will find much to enjoy in this book, as it delivers the same level of excitement and intrigue that they have come to expect from these master storytellers.

In conclusion, "Sea Leopard" is a must-read for anyone who loves a good thriller. With its fast-paced plot, compelling characters, and thrilling underwater sequences, this novel is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. Whether you are a fan of espionage or underwater adventure, this book has something for everyone. So, grab a copy and prepare to be transported to a world of intrigue and danger.

Dimension: 198 x 129 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781804361665