What inspired the depiction of the tense diplomatic negotiations in the story?
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The Devil's Alternative

The Devil's Alternative
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What inspired the depiction of the tense diplomatic negotiations in the story?
Did anyone else feel conflicted about the moral dilemmas faced by the characters?
How did Forsyth decide to structure the story around the 'devil's alternative' concept?