Return to Department Z in this classic thriller from John Creasey.

In the thick of the Second World War, Department Z are working overtime to halt the leak of British secrets to Berlin. Meanwhile, three cousins undertake their own covert operation: meeting in a cottage in Guildford to discuss a dark family matter in secret.

Soon, these two seemingly unrelated groups will combine. The cousins are drawn along a secretive trail that leads to a powerful spy ring, and Department Z faces a race against the clock…infiltrate this tight-knit organisation, or risk devastating consequences.

Prepare for Action is the 19th book in the Department Z series, and was originally published in 1942.

PRAISE FOR JOHN CREASEY & PREPARE FOR ACTION

‘Following closely on the heels of history, and sometimes a little ahead of it, Mr. Creasey and Department Z are busy preventing someone from putting a spoke in the wheels of the Allied invasion of Europe.’ —Evening Chronicle

‘Phenomenal.’ —Life Magazine

‘Mr. Creasey’s excitements follow fast upon each other.’ —Daily Telegraph

‘Action and pace have always been features of Mr. Creasey’s writing.’ —Scotsman

‘Racy, amusing, and up to date. Told with speed and ingenuity.’ —Morning Post

‘Mr. Creasey is a high-spirited and rambunctious narrator.’ —John o’ London’s Weekly

‘Creasey realizes that it is the principal business of thrillers to thrill.’ —Church Times

‘Will be remembered when most mystery stories are forgotten.’ —Public Opinion

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