Vladimir Shitov’s novel “Cathedral without Crosses-2” is based on many episodes from the author’s own investigative practice, information received from thieves’ authorities. The main character of the novel, a thief in law, a security guard nicknamed “Forester”, having reached retirement age, did not commit suicide with the past, because, as it turned out, his children, young people close to him need his knowledge and experience. And, as in his youth, the Forester, risking his life, plunges into dangerous adventures. The action of the novel takes place not only in our country, but also in Italy, Switzerland, America, Malta...