WINDMILLS OF THE GODS

Description

Windmills of the Gods is a 1987 thriller novel by Sidney Sheldon. The story follows Mary Ashley, a political science professor from Kansas, who is unexpectedly appointed as the U.S. Ambassador to Romania during the Cold War. After the sudden death of her husband, Mary accepts the position, seeking purpose and adventure. Upon arriving in Bucharest, she becomes entangled in a web of espionage, political intrigue, and assassination plots orchestrated by a secret society known as the Patriots for Freedom. As Mary navigates this perilous landscape, she faces betrayal, danger, and a complex conspiracy that threatens her life and the stability of international relations.

The novel delves into themes of political manipulation, personal sacrifice, and the complexities of Cold War diplomacy. Sheldon’s narrative weaves a tale of suspense and intrigue, exploring how an ordinary woman is thrust into extraordinary circumstances. Windmills of the Gods was later adapted into a television miniseries in 1988, starring Jaclyn Smith.