First published 2017
George Smiley, a retired spy, is called back into service when a former agent is assassinated. Smiley must navigate a complex web of Cold War intrigue to uncover the truth, pitting his wits against ruthless adversaries. As he digs deeper, the stakes rise, and Smiley finds himself entangled in a high-stakes game of cat and mouse that will test his skills and loyalties to the limit.
Genres: historical-fiction, 20th-century, mystery, thriller, espionage
Vibes: atmospheric, dark, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: cat-and-mouse, complex-plot, high-stakes
Setting: Russia
Period: Cold War
464 pages · Paperback · Sceptre