Praise for L G Wilder's writing: "Strikingly original" - says award-winning author Jake Needham (Inspector Tay series) "A great read" - says best-selling author Oliver Harris (Detective Belsey series) ________________________________________________________________ Five Star Reader Reviews: "Fast paced, great characters, very well written story weaving into modern Russia and its complex politics" "Packed with twists, turns, and intense fight scenes." "It moves along at a cracking pace to a climatic conclusion." "A great read, well paced, plenty of action and intrigue and lots of jeopardy!" Hunted by his enemies. Betrayed by his own. For Max Voronin, it’s personal. Ex-special forces soldier and wealthy Russian businessman Max Voronin has spent a decade in self-imposed exile in Malta, protecting the one person who matters most—his daughter, Anna. But when an assassination attempt shatters their quiet life, Max knows his past has finally caught up with him. Dragged back to Moscow—a city drowning in corruption—Max is thrust into a deadly game of power, betrayal, and revenge. As enemies close in and allies become suspect, he must outmaneuver a ruthless elite who will stop at nothing to silence him. But amidst the chaos, his daughter’s words haunt him: Turn grief into a force for good. Is redemption even possible in a world built on lies? Operation Firefly is a relentlessly fast-paced thriller packed with razor-sharp twists, complex villains, and a flawed but unforgettable hero. Written by an author with over 30 years of firsthand experience in Russia, it’s not just an explosive page-turner—it’s a brutal exposé of a corrupt regime. Perfect for fans of David Baldacci, David McCloskey, Tom Bradby, and Frederick Forsyth. Also available from the same author: Zoya and the Dead Dutchmen