KATYA

David is a British author and former Under Secretary of State and Legal Director to the British Intelligence Agencies, MI5 & MI6. David spent his working life diving into the cold murky seas of terrorism, espionage and organised crime. At the forefront of the battle against international terrorism he was among the first to predict its onslaught. David is recognised, both in the Agencies where he was awarded Companion of the Most Honourable Order of the Bath for his work, and in the business he now runs, for his groundbreaking solutions to defeat the terrorists and international organised criminals who threaten us.

'Strap yourself in for one hell of a ride.' - Bear Grylls; ‘David Bickford has used his inside knowledge and experience of Britain's Security & Intelligence Agencies to write an immensely readable modern thriller. Placed against a background of contemporary international politics and intrigue, it is a fast moving read which is both compelling and frightening.’ - Richard Taylor-Norton. The Guardian; ‘A page-turning story with a sophisticated plot not to be missed.’ Elizabeth Rindskopf-Parker. Former General Counsel, CIA; ‘Katya combines just enough professionally informed realism with great plot and character development to hold a former intelligence officer’s attention-a great read as only the Brits can do it.’ Paul Redmond. Chief, CIA Counterintelligence, Retired; ‘David Bickford is a legend from the world of espionage and counter-espionage. A five-star recommendation.’ James Adams . Former Managing Editor Sunday Times & Advisor National Security Agency; ‘Suave, sophisticated and a former spook. David Bickford, ex-legal director of MI5 and MI6 (or just 5 and 6 if you're in the know) has written a page-turning, rip-roaring spy thriller.’ Dickon Hooper. BBC