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

A professor creates a devastating weapon with the potential to change the world. When the professor is kidnapped—along with his deadly formula—Washington and Moscow suspect Britain is responsible.

Department Z’s Gordon Craigie investigates, determined to find the men who have taken the professor whilst evading the master conspirator who is out to get him. But when the same conspirator goes after the Prime Minister, Craigie may be in real trouble…

The Peril Ahead is the 22nd novel in the Department Z series, and was originally published in 1946.

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‘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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