The author’s search for independence and a career with the Federal Government in Washington DC took her on a journey that far surpassed her fondness for mystery and intrigue. She was twenty-one when she met Sergei Kourdakov, a former KGB agent and Soviet naval intelligence officer. A Rose for Sergei is a bittersweet story about a young American woman and a Russian defector who escaped a life he didn’t want and could no longer face. It is a true story of courage and heartbreak.
(Author’s Note: This book has been cleared for open publication by the Department of Defense.)
A Rose for Sergei is written through the eyes of a young woman who met a strong, dashing Russian man while working in DC. There was an instant attraction, but little did she realize how much danger she was in while they engaged in an intense, spark-filled romance. Was he a dangerous spy? Was he truly a changed man?
This TRUE STORY gives readers a rare glimpse into the last few months of Sergei Kourdakov's life before his mysterious and tragic death. It's a gripping story, filled with sweet moments, laughter, and ultimately, heartache.