High Citadel: Book Guide, Author and Facts
High Citadel by Desmond Bagley: plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

Isolated in the biting cold of the Andes, after their plane has been hijacked and forced to crash-land, Tim O'Hara's passengers are fighting for their lives. While one group of survivors, lead by O'Hara, attempt to cross the peaks along a deadly, snow-covered pass, the other is working to stall the armed group of soldiers who plan to kill them all once they have managed to cross a torrential river. Ingenious ideas are put into action in a dramatic attempt to prolong their survival until help arrives.
Quick facts about High Citadel
- Title: High Citadel
- Author: Desmond Bagley
- First published: 1965
- Genre: mystery, thriller, adventure
- OpenLibrary ID: OL3917435W
Where to read High Citadel
High Citadel by Desmond Bagley is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is High Citadel about?
Isolated in the biting cold of the Andes, after their plane has been hijacked and forced to crash-land, Tim O'Hara's passengers are fighting for their lives.
Who wrote High Citadel?
High Citadel was written by Desmond Bagley.
When was High Citadel published?
High Citadel was first published in 1965.



