Description

Believed Violent by James Hadley Chase is a high-stakes thriller that delves into the world of espionage, betrayal, and the race for a game-changing secret formula. At the heart of the story is Dr. Paul Forrester, an American inventor with the knowledge coveted by both the CIA and the Russians. With a $4,000,000 prize on the line, the stakes couldn't be higher.

However, Dr. Forrester's life takes a devastating turn when he discovers his wife's infidelity, leading to his confinement in a mental asylum. Now, it's Nona Jacey, his former lab assistant, who holds the key to unlocking the scientist's brilliant mind. As the power struggle intensifies, Nona finds herself thrust into a perilous game of cat and mouse, torn between loyalty and self-preservation.

Set against a backdrop of Cold War tensions and international espionage, "Believed Violent" is a gripping tale of secrets, double-crosses, and the lengths to which individuals and intelligence agencies will go to gain the upper hand. Chase's skillful narrative keeps readers hooked, making this novel a thrilling exploration of human nature under extreme pressure and the blurred lines between loyalty and betrayal.

Condition report

Ex-library. There's a tear to the top left corner of the ffep. This book is slightly bowed and wrapped in a plastic sleeve. There's some small stains of the first few pages, however they don't affect the text. The pages are generally clean, however some of the page corners have been turned down and some of the page numbers have been marked in pen. The text block is tight.