Defence of the Realm

Investigative reporter Mullen finds himself in a web of political intrigue and international espionage when he stumbles upon a shocking story that could shake the very foundations of power within his nation. The thread leading him deep into this thrilling labyrinth is the seemingly innocuous tale of a teenage runaway, who unwittingly becomes entangled in a plot involving a U.S. Air Force base, a KGB agent, and a Member of Parliament.As Mullen delves further into the story, he uncovers whispers of a potential government cover-up surrounding a near-nuclear disaster. To unravel the truth, he forms an unlikely alliance with Vernon Bayliss, a weathered journalist haunted by his past, and Nina Beckam, the enigmatic assistant to the implicated Member of Parliament.Together, they navigate through a landscape filled with deceit, power struggles, and looming threats as they pursue the answers that will either vindicate or incriminate those in positions of authority. Their journey is a race against time, not only to uncover the facts but also to stay one step ahead of those who would prefer their findings remain buried.