Russian Security

When the Detroit Red Wings were rebooting their franchise after more than two decades of relative futility, they knew the best place to find world-class players who could turn things around more quickly were conscripted servants behind the Iron Curtain. All they had to do to get them was make history by drafting them and then figure out how to get them out of the Soviet Union.

A thrilling book that unveils a hidden cabal of foreign powers that have spied against America to reveal the incredible spygames, secrets, and cyberweapons they’ve hatched, unlocked, and stolen—and how U.S. intelligence has utterly failed to stop them. From the bestselling author of The...

Since its founding in 1995, the FSB, Russia's Federal Security Service, has regained the majority of the domestic security functions of the Soviet-era KGB. Under Vladimir Putin, who served as FSB director just before becoming president, the agency has grown to be one of the most powerful and favored organizations in Russia. The FSB not only conducts internal security but also has primacy in intelligence operations in former Soviet states.

***NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER***An Explosive, Revelatory Assessment of the Greatest Betrayal in American History, Newly Revised and Updated William Barr · Paul Manafort · Michael Cohen · Steve Bannon · Rudy Giuliani · Mitch McConnell · Roger Stone · George Papadopoulos · Jeff Sessions ·...

The shocking untold story of the elite secret society of hackers fighting to protect our freedom, “a hugely important piece of the puzzle for anyone who wants to understand the forces shaping the internet age” (The New York Times Book Review) Cult of the Dead Cow is the tale of the oldest...

This program is read by the author. The thrilling, true story of the race to find a leak in the United States Embassy in Moscow—before more American assets are rounded up and killed. Foreword by Gen. Michael V. Hayden (Retd.), Former Director of NSA & CIA. In the late 1970s, the National...

The inside story of how America's enemies launched a cyber war against us-and how we've learned to fight back With each passing year, the internet-linked attacks on America's interests have grown in both frequency and severity. Overmatched by our military, countries like North Korea, China, Iran...

In 1917, a band of communist revolutionaries stormed the Winter Palace of Tsar Nicholas II - a dramatic and explosive act marking that Vladimir Lenin’s communist revolution was now underway. But Lenin would not be satisfied with overthrowing the Tsar. His goal was a global revolt that would topple all Western capitalist regimes - starting with the British Empire. Russian Roulette tells the spectacular and harrowing story of the British spies in revolutionary Russia and their mission to stop Lenin’s red tide from washing across the free world.

Named a Best Book of the Year by The Guardian, Scientific American, and The Economist The riveting, untold true story of the botanists at the world’s first seed bank who made “the mad, heroic decision during the siege of Leningrad to guard biodiversity at the cost of human life” (The New...

A former FBI Special Agent, U.S. Army officer and leading cyber-security expert offers a devastating and essential look at the misinformation campaigns, fake news, and electronic espionage operations that have become the cutting edge of modern warfare—and how we can protect ourselves and our...

A bestselling national security expert delivers a chilling analysis of how Western indecision and apathy made possible the return of brutal Russian expansionism – with catastrophic consequences. After the collapse of the Soviet Union, six US presidential administrations of both parties pursued...

"Delve into the clandestine world of Russia's powerful security apparatus in 'Shadows of the KGB.' Uncover the historical roots of the KGB, its evolution into the modern FSB, and the enduring influence it wields within Putin's Kremlin. This gripping narrative explores the iron rule of the FSB, its impact on Russian society, and the implications for those who challenge its authority. From Lenin's era to the present day, witness the resilience of the security state, its role in shaping Russia's trajectory, and the zero-sum mentality that defines its actions. Explore the intricate web of cyber...

Will he avenge his family or acknowledge the woman he loves is no longer his enemy? Fifteen years ago, the mafia murdered my family. I’m Connor Barrett - the most powerful man in NYC. I fund politicians, sleep with beautiful women and my enemies don’t know I exist. Yet. I’ve been single-minded in my revenge until a woman with sinful curves pours a drink down the front of my Armani tux. When I learn her surname and discover she is a mafia princess, I have a decision to make. Use her or toss her. But I’m not keeping her. When I agree to become her fake fiancé to get close to her ...

Alex Sullivan Hero or Washed up Cop?Ever since the tragedy of 9/11, Americans have been assured our borders are safer than ever; the ‘bad guys’ wear turbans and terrorism is an overseas threat—or is it?Several years ago, former Navy Seal Alex Sullivan was dismissed from the NYPD, watching both his career and his marriage crumble. Making ends meet as a small-time private investigator, Alex is hired by the mysterious, rich, and beautiful Rebecca Van De Rayen to keep tabs on her powerful husband…who may not be who she thinks he is.Caught in a whirlwind of wealth, power, politics, and ...

“So believable it could be a journalistic exposé.” A new leader. Many old dangers. One true Menace. The dust settles on an election result. A new era beckons. Many want to stop him, but is anyone foolish enough to try? The deadliest sniper in modern Russian history, an IRA monster long thought dead, is playing games. Three MI6 agents are taking matters into their own hands, but will it be enough? The Russian President has his fingers everywhere—building, planning, waiting. ...But what becomes of the ousted President—leave him alone, or make sure he can never return? From the Best-...

Sergey Pavlovich was a poor, talented boy from Belarus who made it big in the Russian-speaking hacking world of the early 2000s and earned millions of dollars from credit card fraud in just a few years. But he ended up in jail as a result of an FBI-led bust of what was dubbed the "largest and most complex identity theft in U.S. history." He spent his twenties in Belarus' brutal prison system. This is the tell-all story of Pavlovich's meteoric rise in the hacking world and his spectacular fall. It is packed with details about the shadowy cyber-crime world and the lucrative credit card fraud ...

In the glittering heart of Vancouver, inside a lavish hotel, the quest for eternal youth takes a sinister turn. For four individuals, the looming dread of aging becomes an obsession, fueling their desperation for Jeanine Bouchard's revolutionary skin cream – a miraculous concoction promising not only to reverse the ravages of time but to heal any wound. But how far would one go for a second chance at youth? As rivalries intensify, the line between ambition and madness blurs, turning desire into a deadly game. With a stellar ensemble of characters and a twist you won't see coming, this ...

Life isn't fair... and neither is death. Billionaires don't easily fall — and they'll do whatever it takes to hold on to their power. With the Games nearing their ten-year celebration, things are in place for one massive Hunt. To win means millions in prize money... ...But to lose means death. For fans of spy novels and thrillers, Alex and Anissa are back in another nonstop fast-paced adventure thriller, perfect for the armchair traveler.#1 International Crime Thriller author. What readers are saying: "Clever. Fun and enlightening, this tale continues deeper into the machinations of ...

The Disinformation Dictionary: Russia’s Arsenal of Lies and Propaganda in the Information War arms you with the definitive guide to decoding Moscow's shadowy playbook. In an era where truth is the ultimate battlefield, Russia wages relentless information warfare against democracies. This essential reference decodes over 40 key Russian terms, concepts, and tactics—from Maskirovka (deception) and Aktivnye meropriyatiya (active measures) to Kompromat and Troll-fabrika—revealing how Putin's regime manipulates narratives, erodes trust, and exports chaos worldwide. Why This Dictionary Is ...

Would you kill in order to win? The Games reach their climax—for some it's a way to stay in power, for others it's just one more thing to be destroyed. With the Russian Presidential vote just a year away, the challengers need to make their move. The world will soon know who they are, as will the President—secrecy can only hide them for a little while longer. An international lender calls in a huge bailout loan, destroying an entire Banking Union in the process. A man is gunned down in the streets of St Petersburg, his crime being he spoke to the wrong people. And a high-ranking ...