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Mystery & Thriller · MelancholicA diplomat looks into the murder of his wife in Kenya
The Constant Gardener
See it on Amazon2001Moderate readSteady pace
What it is about
After the murder of his activist wife, British diplomat Justin Quayle sets out to discover what she knew about a drug company’s trials in Kenya. Le Carré’s 2001 novel is a moral thriller.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who enjoy mysteries and thrillers, with a melancholic mood and a steady pace. It is a read that rewards some attention.
Themes: Corruption · Africa · Pharmaceuticals
Screen adaptation
The Constant Gardener (2005)
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About the author
John le Carré3 books on Tori BooksSimilar books
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