Summary:
The book chronicles the life of Ursula Kuczynski, codenamed Sonya, a German-born woman who became a highly effective Soviet intelligence operative during World War II and the Cold War. It details her espionage activities, including her role in passing atomic secrets to the Soviet Union, while also exploring her personal life and the challenges of balancing her covert work with her role as a mother and wife.
Key points:
1. Gender in Espionage: The book examines espionage through a female perspective. Sonya, the main character, uses her underestimated status as a woman to succeed in the male-dominated spy world during WWII.
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