The Leveling

Mark Sava, a former CIA station chief, has traded the high-stakes world of espionage for a quieter life as a professor in Baku, Azerbaijan. Despite his attempts to embrace normalcy, he soon finds himself drawn back into a web of intrigue when shadows from his past resurface. As tensions rise in the region, Sava must reconcile his new life with the skills and secrets he thought he left behind.

Amidst the vibrant culture of Baku, Sava navigates the complexities of international politics while grappling with personal demons. His journey reveals the delicate balance between his old life and aspirations for peace, forcing him to confront what he has sacrificed for both. In a world where loyalty and betrayal are often intertwined, Sava must decide how far he is willing to go to protect those he cares about.