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Quote by Ken Follett

“Man who betrayed you once would betray you twice.”

Quote by Ken Follett

Book:Code to Zero

Work

Set during the height of the Cold War space race, the story follows a brilliant rocket scientist who loses his memory and discovers he may be involved in a plot to sabotage an American satellite launch. As he struggles to recover his identity, he must navigate espionage, betrayal, and the high-stakes competition between the United States and the Soviet Union. The narrative weaves together themes of loyalty, deception, and the personal cost of scientific achievement, culminating in a race against time to prevent disaster. more

Author

Ken Follett is a renowned British author born on June 5, 1949. His works are known for their historical settings and intricate character relationships, which have won him a wide readership. more

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