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The Exile and the Noble Captive by Andriy Kokotyukha transports readers to spring 1919 in the Ekaterinoslav region, where former detective‑exile Platon Chechel serves in Petliura's intelligence. On a covert mission behind enemy lines, Chechel is captured by the Reds alongside young and noble Daryna Ilnitskaya. With execution looming, he is offered a deal: find the murderer of an enemy commander to save both of their lives. The search unravels political betrayal, wartime justice, and harsh moral choices. This paperback edition (304 pages, Vivat 2025) offers atmospheric historical suspense, grounded characters, and ethical tension—ideal for adult readers of retro‑detectives and wartime drama.