What type of people come to mind when you hear the term Night Soldiers? How are Khristo, Robert, Goldman and Kulic working in darkness?

Why do you think Khristo decided to help Sascha escape? Why did Goldman approve Sascha's transfer? Why did Sascha feel so protective towards Andres?

Compare Alexsandra and Faye Berns. How are these women different and how are they similar? Which woman is better suited for Khristo?

When faced with the choice of Nazis or Soviets, why did Khristo choose to go with Antipin to Moscow?

Describe the espionage training school. The men were learning far more than the tools of their craft, they were also learning distrust, betrayal and favoritism. Discuss how these traits were taught.

Which of the surviving characters would you like to see in subsequent novels? Why?

The author uses many minor characters for just a few...