The International Spy Being the Secret History of the Russo-Japanese War

"The International Spy" by Allen Upward is a thrilling story set during the Russo-Japanese War. It pulls you into a world of secret agents and political games, where the fate of nations hangs in the balance. At the heart of the story is Monsieur V, a clever spy on a mission to uncover lies and betrayal. He soon encounters Princess Y, a mysterious woman that seems to be working against both parties. The story begins with an inside look at the concerns of Imperial sisters, one very worried about new deadly technology, and then quickly focuses on Monsieur V being called to London, where he learns about the brewing conflict between Russia and Japan. His mission takes him to Russia, full of danger and difficult alliances, where he must be very careful to survive in a world of secret plots and hidden enemies ready to strike.