The story begins in pandemic-stricken London with the assassination of , a Russian billionaire and prominent dissident. Orlov is killed by a deadly nerve agent laced onto financial documents delivered to his home. While British intelligence suspects one of Orlov's employees, legendary Israeli spymaster Gabriel Allon believes the true culprit is much more dangerous.

( The Cellist ), published in 2021, is the 21st installment in Daniel Silva's acclaimed Gabriel Allon series . It is a timely international espionage thriller that blends the worlds of high-stakes finance, classical music, and modern geopolitical threats. Plot Summary

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