Stalin's Romeo Spy: The Remarkable Rise and Fall of the KGB's Most Daring Operative

Dmitri Bystrolyotov's life unfolds as a gripping tale of espionage, adventure, and betrayal against the backdrop of the 20th century's tumultuous events. As a member of the KGB's "Great Illegals," he seduced influential women to gather intelligence and stole military secrets from Nazi Germany and Fascist Italy. His daring exploits led him through perilous landscapes, yet he ultimately fell victim to Stalin's purges, enduring imprisonment and torture. This biography reveals the complexities of a remarkable figure whose story rivals the most thrilling spy novels.