The Pawns Count

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Set against the backdrop of World War I, the story follows English officer John Lutchester, who becomes embroiled in espionage after a scientist is kidnapped during a meeting in London. As he navigates a web of intrigue involving a wealthy American, a Japanese envoy, and a German American millionaire, themes of love and betrayal emerge amid the struggle for power. The narrative intertwines historical events, such as the Battle of Jutland, while exploring the efforts to maintain U.S. neutrality and the machinations of those seeking to influence the war's outcome.