A gripping British spy thriller of terrorism, deception, and psychological warfare When the British Prime Minister establishes a new elite agency to combat terrorism, Lord Spencer Barrington and his handpicked team are thrust into the shadows of international espionage. Their mission: to uncover and neutralize Iranian sleeper cells plotting devastating attacks on British soil. As the King's Bureau of Investigation races against time, they face a deadly web of psychological manipulation, double agents, and political deceit. Every move counts, and every decision could cost lives. In a world where loyalty and truth blur, Barrington must confront the limits of power and the human mind itself. Packed with intelligence intrigue, high-stakes action, and chilling realism, this thriller exposes the dangerous intersection of security, surveillance, and control. Fans of Tom Clancy, Daniel Silva, and John le Carré will be gripped by O'Farrell's masterful blend of espionage, suspense, and psychological tension.