Peter Driscoll was a bestselling British author whose international thrillers defined the 1970s and 1980s. His works often delved into complex international intrigue and political tension, characterized by gripping plots and sharp observations of human nature. Driscoll's style was a skillful blend of action and psychological depth, providing readers with an immersive experience. His ability to craft suspense and explore moral quandaries makes him a notable figure in the thriller genre.
Renowned for crafting gripping narratives, the author is celebrated as one of the best in the thriller genre. With a reputation for suspenseful storytelling, the book promises to engage readers with its intricate plot twists and well-developed characters, keeping them on the edge of their seats from start to finish.
Mining engineer Jim Keogh is enjoying a relaxing break in Cape Town when he witnesses a sadistic policemen's violent attempt to arrest a black man.Appalled by the policeman's brutality, Keogh steps in and helps the man escape.But unknown to Keogh, the man he has helped is Shack Twala, a high-profile black rights activist recently escaped from Robben Island.With the policeman badly injured, Keogh and Twala are now both wanted men, and the regime's most lethal operatives are sent after them.As the fugitives race 900 miles to cross the border to safety, they are drawn into a conspiracy much bigger and deadlier than they realize...