Deadly Illusions: The KGB Orlov Dossier Reveals Stalin's Master Spy

by John Edmond Costello, Oleg Tsarev

A portrait of Alexander Orlov describes the life and exploits of the former Soviet spymaster, detailing his role in the creation of CHEKA, the original Soviet intelligence service; his recruitment of the Cambridge spies; and his flight from Stalin. 50,000 first printing. $50,000 ad/promo.

Genres: Espionage, Nonfiction, History, Biography

538 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1993

Reviews

[Rhonda Hankins]

surprisingly engaging.