LONDON, UK — The world of espionage fiction is preparing for a landmark moment as Revenge of Odessa, the final novel by the legendary Frederick Forsyth, is set for global release on October 22, 2025. Co-authored with bestselling writer and former criminal barrister Tony Kent, the novel marks a dramatic return to the universe of The Odessa File — the 1972 classic that reshaped the modern spy thriller.

The release follows the passing of Frederick Forsyth in June 2025, closing the chapter on one of the most influential writing careers in modern literature. Known for his razor-sharp prose and terrifyingly realistic plots, Forsyth wasn’t just a master of fiction — he was also a former RAF pilot, investigative journalist, and MI6 informant. His books, including The Day of the Jackal, The Dogs of War, and The Fourth Protocol, became international bestsellers, often blurring the line between fact and fiction.

Revenge of Odessa picks up decades after the original novel, thrusting readers into a terrifying new era. Set in the summer of 2025, the world is thrown into chaos when a U.S. senator is burned alive in Washington, masked gunmen attack a football match in Berlin, and an elderly man is murdered in a German hospital. The connection? The long-dormant ODESSA — a secret post-WWII Nazi organization — has returned, more dangerous and organized than ever.

This novel is more than a sequel; it’s a bold collaboration. Tony Kent, known for his Dempsey/Devlin thrillers, brings real-world intelligence and legal expertise to the page. As a criminal barrister with firsthand experience working with MI5, Scotland Yard, Interpol, and Homeland Security, Kent’s contribution ensures the narrative is steeped in authenticity. The result is a thriller that reads more like a classified intelligence report than a work of fiction.

Readers have many reasons to take notice. Revenge of Odessa is the final novel from Frederick Forsyth — a literary and cultural milestone. It revives one of the most iconic thriller universes of the 20th century. The plot mirrors the volatility of today’s geopolitical climate and showcases the chilling plausibility Forsyth was famous for. And with Kent now carrying the torch, the legacy of intelligence-led thrillers continues with fresh urgency.

As Forsyth revealed in his 2015 memoir The Outsider, much of his writing was rooted in lived experience — especially his covert work during the Biafran War. That same realism pulses through Revenge of Odessa, his final and perhaps most timely work.

The novel will be available in hardcover, e-book, and audiobook formats on October 22, 2025. For thriller fans, intelligence enthusiasts, and lovers of real-world fiction, Revenge of Odessa promises to be a gripping farewell to one of the greatest spy novelists of all time — and a thrilling beginning for what comes next.