In an absolutely riveting sequence of events, we are allowed to watch the methodical psychological breakdown of a captured scientist by an expert interrogator who needs the victim to reveal a highly secret formula. We also see the first team-up between Godin and Mason as they seek to locate the scientist near a resort in Italy. This is a fantastic novel that I cannot recommend highly enough. The plight of the scientist is, no pun intended, captivating and the relationship between the two heroes is a pleasure.