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Liza Shashenkova
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If you enjoy Patrick Radden Keefe, I would definitely give this one a whirl. Heidi’s storytelling is top tier. The way she unpacks the betrayal and fallout between Putin and Berezovsky is absorbing, weaving complex political history into a narrative that reads like a thriller.
— Jul 14, 2026 03:12AM
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Liza Shashenkova
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A real beginner’s guide to understanding 1990s Russia, the rise of the oligarchs, and Putin. It explains how Britain embraced Russian wealth in “Londongrad,” helping wealthy Russians rebuild their reputations. It also explores Putin’s early reputation and how many former KGB officers became influential figures in business and organised crime.
— Jul 13, 2026 01:51AM