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First Cosmic Velocity
First Cosmic Velocity
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It's 1964 in the USSR, and the Soviet space program is a sham. While the program has launched five capsules into space, the Chief Designer and his team have never successfully brought one back. To hide this, they've used twins. Now, there are no more twins left.
Combining history and fiction, the story follows Leonid, the last of the twins, taken from Ukraine to Russia in 1950. One Leonid has gone to certain death in space, the other is on a press tour under government watch. As doubts grow about their deceitful project, secrets threaten to unravel the Soviet space ambitions.
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A gripping tale of deception in Cold War space race.
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Who is this book for?
If you're fascinated by Cold War espionage and space history, this novel will draw you in with its thrilling blend of fact and fiction. The story's focus on the secrets and lies behind the Soviet space program offers a compelling glimpse into a clandestine world, making it a perfect pick for anyone interested in history, suspense, and the human stories behind groundbreaking achievements.