A song could unlock a secret.
A record could save the world.
The second half of the twentieth century gave us the Cold War, and it brought us to the brink of destruction.
It also gave us rock ‘n’ roll.
In this series of gripping adventures, young people caught in the crossfire of the Cold War discover the power of music to fight oppression and feed the human spirit. Tackling mysteries and unraveling conspiracies, they find the sources of our common humanity concealed in unexpected places. Join them on a wild ride through a forgotten period of recent history that continues to shape world events.
Back in the USSR and its prequel, Strawberry Fields, can be read in any order. Sign up for the author’s updates at patrickdjoyce.com and get a free companion story, The Double White Dossier. Then stay tuned for the next book in the series, due in 2026.
A series with “crossover” appeal, the Sing & Shout Thrillers are suited for readers aged 10 to 14 but enjoyed by adults and young readers alike.