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Mystery & Thriller · MelancholicA retired spy hunts for a Soviet mole at the top of British intelligence
Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy
See it on Amazon1974Demanding readSlow pace
What it is about
George Smiley is called out of retirement to find a Soviet mole at the head of the Circus, British Intelligence, with four suspects. Le Carré’s 1974 novel is a classic of the genre.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who enjoy mysteries and thrillers, with a melancholic mood and an unhurried pace. It is a demanding read for patient readers.
Themes: Cold War · Espionage · Betrayal
Screen adaptation
Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (TV, 1979) · Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (2011)
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About the author
John le Carré3 books on Tori BooksSimilar books
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