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Martin Cruz Smith
Martin Cruz Smith is the author of the bestselling thriller Gorky Park. He's a master of suspenseful stories often set in intriguing international locales.
Red Square
Synopsis
In the chaotic aftermath of the Soviet Union's collapse, Investigator Arkady Renko finds himself out of favor and out of time. His search for the truth behind a banker's death leads him from the lawless streets of Moscow to the newly unified Germany. There, he must navigate a dangerous web of Russian mobsters and corrupt officials who want him dead.
Genres
Characters
Arkady RenkoProtagonist
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to read other Arkady Renko books before Red Square?
While Red Square is part of a series featuring Investigator Arkady Renko, it can be read as a standalone novel. The author provides enough context for new readers to understand the characters and ongoing political landscape without having read previous installments.
Is Red Square based on real events or historical figures?
Red Square is a work of fiction, but it is deeply rooted in the political and social upheaval of post-Soviet Russia. Martin Cruz Smith extensively researched the period, incorporating details about the rise of organized crime and the challenges of the new economic system into the narrative.