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BETRAYAL

KATYA / THE INFORMER

 Katya Petrovna faces her most treacherous mission yet, venturing into the frozen depths of the Arctic to unravel a conspiracy that could alter global power dynamics. Sent undercover as a high-stakes investor, she infiltrates the world of Aleski Alessian—a ruthless businessman with a mining empire and a secret submarine venture beneath the ice.

What begins as an investigation into a suspicious deal soon spirals into a desperate fight for survival. Katya discovers that Alessian’s Arctic operation is more than an extravagant tourism project—it’s a cover for something far more sinister, involving uranium smuggling, ex-KGB operatives, and a plot that threatens international security.

As she battles the brutal cold, treacherous allies, and the ghosts of her own past, Katya must rely on every ounce of her training to navigate a labyrinth of lies. But with an old mentor’s trust hanging by a thread and powerful enemies closing in, she finds herself on a razor’s edge between exposing the truth and becoming its next casualty.

Will she escape the Arctic alive, or will betrayal finally claim her?

Perfect for fans of Mick Herron and John le Carré, Katya – Arctic Betrayal is a razor-sharp espionage thriller where survival is never guaranteed.

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WHAT THE PRESS SAY

‘Gripping and authentic. A first class thriller.’
Charles Cumming Sunday Times & NY Times Bestselling author BOX 88
“Drawing on his vast knowledge of the complex and dangerous workings of UK's intelligence agencies, David Bickford has created a fascinating world of international intrigue, featuring a female protagonist who is cunning, ferocious and unstoppable. ‘Katya - The Informer’ is a whirlwind spy novel that will leave you breathless and impatient for a sequel.”
Kathleen KentNY Times bestselling author of BLACK WOLF
"Strap yourself in for one hell of a ride."
Bear Grylls
Bear GryllsBritish Adventurer
This latest novel by David Bickford takes readers on a fast-paced tour of many of the worlds most exotic places, as we follow the exploits of a conflicted heroine, a senior intelligence operative as bold as she is beautiful, who is struggling to resolve a difficult Russian childhood with her demanding job and the tensions of a romantic attraction to her principled but aloof spy master. Along the way we are treated to fascinating details of espionage and national security operations and meet an array of well-drawn characters, from terrorists to financiers. Both good and evil, they populate this dangerous world, bringing life—and sometimes death—to our heroine’s story, challenging her resolve and even her life. Imagined in an historical setting, it is a page-turning story with a sophisticated plot not to be missed.
Elizabeth Rindskopf-Parker
Elizabeth Rindskopf-ParkerFormer General Counsel for the National Security Agency and the Central Intelligence Agency
"David Bickford has used his inside knowledge and experience of Britain's Security & Intelligence Agencies to write an immensely readable modern thriller. Placed against a background of contemporary international politics and intrigue, it is a fast moving read which is both compelling and frightening.”
Richard Taylor-Norton
Richard Taylor-NortonThe Guardian
Katya combines just enough professionally informed realism with great plot and character development to hold a former intelligence officer’s attention-a great read as only the Brits can do it.
Paul Redmond
Paul Redmond Chief, CIA Counterintelligence, Retired.
"I love thrillers dancing across the international stage and I loved reading this book. So should you. A gripping tale of twisty plots with themes of massive fraud, corruption and violence played through Europe, North Africa and the Caribbean. Whether good or evil, and my goodness there are extremes of both, the characters do not disappoint. And as for Katya, well, you judge for yourself whether she deserves your admiration, sympathy, contempt – or a measure of all three."
David Kyle
David KyleFormer Chief Crown Prosecutor who knew of some of these things
"A tightly wound plot of intrigue, corruption and the terrible dilemmas involved in fighting the war on terror. Bickford uses his inside knowledge of intelligence to crackling effect.”
Anne McElvoy
Anne McElvoy Evening Standard
"David Bickford is a legend from the world of espionage and counter-espionage. He has brought his rich experience to bear on a stellar series of novels that bring to life the many complex challenges confronting spies and national security in the 21st century. A five-star recommendation."
James Adams
James AdamsFormer Managing Editor Sunday Times & Advisor National Security Agency
"Highly compelling, assured, with that jangling ring of authenticity."
Tim Sebastian
Tim SebastianBBC
David Bickford has written an exciting "spy" novel...the author's experience of that world shines through. The writing is brisk with descriptions reminiscent of John Le Care with events that remind one of the successful TV programme, "The Night Manager". Overall, the book is a good read with tremendous pace and a satisfying ending.
Sir Stephen Lander
Sir Stephen LanderDirector General British Intelligence MI5

biography OF A Spy Chief turned author

David is a British Author and former Under Secretary of State and Legal Director to the British Intelligence Agencies, MI5 & MI6. David spent his working life diving into the cold murky seas of terrorism, espionage and organised crime. At the forefront of the battle against international terrorism he was among the first to predict its onslaught. David is recognised, both in the Agencies where he was made Companion Order of the Bath for his work, and in the business he now runs, for his ground-breaking solutions to defeat the terrorists and international organised criminals who threaten us.

As their legal director, David has nothing but admiration for the officers who do this work.  Working closely with them, in the tunnels of secrecy, fighting terrorists and corruption he saw their dangers and trials and their courage and imagination as they overcame them. The qualities and sacrifices that lie behind this extraordinary work. 

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