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Hardcover. xiii, 252p., frontis-portrait, main characters, chronology, note on the text, notes, index, photos in text, very good first edition, first printing stated in boards and bright unclipped dj. Asia Perspectives: History, Society, & Culture, Carol Gluck, series editor.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A shadow war is being waged in the heart of China. The most dangerous enemy is the one you can't see.Liu Jinwen is a ghost. A seasoned operative for the Ministry of State Security, she has spent years in the shadows of Europe, her identity a carefully constructed lie. But when her single point of contact is brutally exposed, she is abruptly extracted and brought home-not as a hero, but as a potential liability.Assigned to a backwater counter-espionage unit in Beidu City, Liu Jinwen expects a quiet life of bureaucratic purgatory. Her new boss, the cynical Section Chief Qiao, makes it clear their department is where careers go to die. But her first case is a ticking time bomb: a devastating breach at the top-secret 602 Institute, where China's groundbreaking passive sonar technology, Project HTR85, is being stolen.The trail leads to a state-owned data security company and a missing engineer. The case seems straightforward, solved almost too easily. But Liu Jinwen's instincts, honed in the field, scream that something is wrong. The confession feels staged, the swap of a low-level asset for a captured Ministry agent reeks of a deeper play.While her superiors declare victory, Liu Jinwen sees only shadows. A legendary basketball jersey of improbable value. A chance elevator friendship between two women. A "Canadian" trade representative with a familiar face from her past in Paris. And in her own state-provided apartment, a hidden camera silently watches.As she digs deeper, Liu Jinwen realizes the initial breach was merely a feint-a sacrifice to conceal a more insidious and well-placed mole. To find the real traitor, she must navigate a labyrinth of digital dead drops in online games, clandestine meetings in public restrooms, and a web of betrayal where her own organization might be monitoring her every move.From the bustling streets of Beidu to the sterile server rooms of a research institute, SHADOWS is a masterful espionage thriller that delves into the paranoia and precision of modern intelligence warfare. It's a story where the most critical secrets are transmitted without a word, trust is the ultimate vulnerability, and every ally could be a double agent waiting in the shadows.Shadows is a gripping espionage thriller that combines authentic Chinese settings and a gripping narrative. Expect twists, turns, and a relentless pursuit of justice in a world where nothing is as it seems. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A rare translation of Chinese military-intelligence spy novels, authentic, intense, and rooted in the real power structures of modern China.A world rarely seen by Western eyes.Her past is a secret even to those who command her.For years, Qiu Tian has served as one of China's most formidable intelligence operatives. Trained from childhood and deployed on covert missions across the globe, she now holds a position of power within Bureau Two of the General Staff. But her past remains shrouded in secrecy, known only to a select few.In Stopwatch, the fourth installment of the critically acclaimed Miss Qiu series, Qiu Tian is thrust into a complex web of international espionage. When a high-ranking defector threatens to expose critical Chinese military intelligence, she's sent on a perilous mission.But the mission is more complicated than it seems. With the fate of nations hanging in the balance, Qiu Tian must rely on her cunning, her training, and her unwavering loyalty to uncover the truth - before it's too late.With its atmospheric setting, intricate plot, and compelling characters, Stopwatch, originally published in Chinese and now expertly translated, delivers a gripping tale of espionage, sacrifice, and the enduring power of loyalty. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A rare translation of Chinese military-intelligence spy novels, authentic, intense, and rooted in the real power structures of modern China.A world rarely seen by Western eyes.Prepare to be captivated by a heroine unlike any you've met before. She operates in the shadows. She answers to no one. She is Miss Qiu. Orchid in Desert, the highly anticipated sequel to the critically acclaimed Angel Heading to Hell, plunges readers back into the dangerous world of Chinese intelligence operative Qiu Tian. When a series of escalating crises threatens to ignite a global conflict, Qiu is thrust into a high-stakes game of espionage, betrayal, and sacrifice. From the bustling streets of Europe to the treacherous landscapes of Central Asia, she must navigate a web of deception to protect her nation and herself. This gripping, fast-paced thriller, originally published in Chinese, blends intricate espionage with compelling character development, ensuring a captivating read for fans of the genre. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A rare translation of Chinese military-intelligence spy novels, authentic, intense, and rooted in the real power structures of modern China.Enter a world rarely seen by Western eyes with Court Jester, the fifth installment in the acclaimed Miss Qiu espionage series. This thrilling novel, translated from the original Chinese by Murphy, introduces you to Qiu Tian, a highly trained operative whose past remains shrouded in mystery.Qiu Tian is dispatched to the Philippines to clean a potentially devastating threat. But the operation quickly spirals into a complex web of deceit, revealing a conspiracy that strikes at the heart of the Chinese government. Forced to navigate treacherous political currents and battle enemies both foreign and domestic, Qiu Tian must rely on her skill, cunning, and unwavering resolve to survive.Blending fast-paced action with intricate political maneuvering, Court Jester delivers a unique and captivating experience for fans of espionage thrillers. Discover the world of Chinese intelligence through the eyes of its most formidable agent. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A rare translation of Chinese military-intelligence spy novels, authentic, intense, and rooted in the real power structures of modern China.A world rarely seen by Western eyes.Qiu Tian isn't a hero. She's a weapon, a ghost forged by a nation's secrets. She operates outside the boundaries of law and morality and walks in shadows. Trained to be unseen, unheard, unquestioned, Qiu Tian is China's most lethal operative, a master of covert operations where the lines between right and wrong blur with every mission. But even a weapon has a past, and when she's recalled to China after years of operating in the shadows, that past comes calling. Now, with a new global conflict looming, Qiu Tian is tasked with a mission that will push her skills-and her conscience-to the limit. As tensions escalate between China, Russia, and the West, she finds herself caught in a web of deception, betrayal, and political maneuvering. She's a pawn in a game played by powerful forces, but she's also a force to be reckoned with. But how far will she go to protect her country? How much of her humanity will she sacrifice? And what happens when the enemy isn't always who you expect? Translated from the highly acclaimed Chinese novel, Angel Heading to Hell is a gripping espionage thriller that explores the complexities of loyalty, sacrifice, and the dark side of national security. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A shadow war is being waged in the heart of China. The most dangerous enemy is the one you can't see.Liu Jinwen is a ghost. A seasoned operative for the Ministry of State Security, she has spent years in the shadows of Europe, her identity a carefully constructed lie. But when her single point of contact is brutally exposed, she is abruptly extracted and brought home-not as a hero, but as a potential liability.Assigned to a backwater counter-espionage unit in Beidu City, Liu Jinwen expects a quiet life of bureaucratic purgatory. Her new boss, the cynical Section Chief Qiao, makes it clear their department is where careers go to die. But her first case is a ticking time bomb: a devastating breach at the top-secret 602 Institute, where China's groundbreaking passive sonar technology, Project HTR85, is being stolen.The trail leads to a state-owned data security company and a missing engineer. The case seems straightforward, solved almost too easily. But Liu Jinwen's instincts, honed in the field, scream that something is wrong. The confession feels staged, the swap of a low-level asset for a captured Ministry agent reeks of a deeper play.While her superiors declare victory, Liu Jinwen sees only shadows. A legendary basketball jersey of improbable value. A chance elevator friendship between two women. A "Canadian" trade representative with a familiar face from her past in Paris. And in her own state-provided apartment, a hidden camera silently watches.As she digs deeper, Liu Jinwen realizes the initial breach was merely a feint-a sacrifice to conceal a more insidious and well-placed mole. To find the real traitor, she must navigate a labyrinth of digital dead drops in online games, clandestine meetings in public restrooms, and a web of betrayal where her own organization might be monitoring her every move.From the bustling streets of Beidu to the sterile server rooms of a research institute, SHADOWS is a masterful espionage thriller that delves into the paranoia and precision of modern intelligence warfare. It's a story where the most critical secrets are transmitted without a word, trust is the ultimate vulnerability, and every ally could be a double agent waiting in the shadows.Shadows is a gripping espionage thriller that combines authentic Chinese settings and a gripping narrative. Expect twists, turns, and a relentless pursuit of justice in a world where nothing is as it seems. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A rare translation of Chinese military-intelligence spy novels, authentic, intense, and rooted in the real power structures of modern China.A world rarely seen by Western eyes.Her past is a secret even to those who command her.For years, Qiu Tian has served as one of China's most formidable intelligence operatives. Trained from childhood and deployed on covert missions across the globe, she now holds a position of power within Bureau Two of the General Staff. But her past remains shrouded in secrecy, known only to a select few.In Stopwatch, the fourth installment of the critically acclaimed Miss Qiu series, Qiu Tian is thrust into a complex web of international espionage. When a high-ranking defector threatens to expose critical Chinese military intelligence, she's sent on a perilous mission.But the mission is more complicated than it seems. With the fate of nations hanging in the balance, Qiu Tian must rely on her cunning, her training, and her unwavering loyalty to uncover the truth - before it's too late.With its atmospheric setting, intricate plot, and compelling characters, Stopwatch, originally published in Chinese and now expertly translated, delivers a gripping tale of espionage, sacrifice, and the enduring power of loyalty. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…