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"Confessional" is an espionage thriller published in 1985 by the British author Jack Higgins, a pseudonym used by Harry Patterson. The narrative intertwines the paths of an ex-IRA leader and a French assassin as they become entangled in a complex plot orchestrated by the KGB during the late stages of the Cold War. Written for fans of action-driven spy fiction, the novel employs the shifting perspectives and historical political tensions that characterize much of Higgins's body of work.

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Who wrote the spy novel 'Confessional'?

'Confessional' was published in 1985 by the British author Jack Higgins, a well-known pseudonym used by Harry Patterson. Higgins is famous for his numerous thriller and espionage novels.

What is the plot of 'Confessional' by Jack Higgins?

The narrative intertwines the paths of an ex-IRA leader and a French assassin who become entangled in a complex plot orchestrated by the KGB. It is a Cold War-era thriller that relies heavily on political intrigue and espionage.

Is 'Confessional' part of a series by Jack Higgins?

While Jack Higgins wrote many interconnected books, 'Confessional' generally functions as a standalone espionage thriller published in 1985. It focuses on its specific cast of ex-IRA and KGB characters rather than his famous Sean Dillon series.

When was 'Confessional' published?

The espionage thriller was published in 1985. This was during the peak of Jack Higgins' career, shortly after his massive success with 'The Eagle Has Landed' and other Cold War-era narratives.

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