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Jonathan K (Max Outlier)
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This being my first by this author I was unaware he was a former member of British intelligence which sets him apart from the majority of those who pen spy stories
— Jun 24, 2026 06:37PM
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Jonathan K (Max Outlier)
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The story keeps the reader on his toes due to code names, jumps between location and years and reading of documents. Since I'm obviously reading this out of order I'm aware George Smiley is central to Brit intelligence and is continually referenced in the plot. Chapter 6 is nearly 50 pages too! The narrative is indeed the sort we expect from spies
— Jun 25, 2026 04:32PM
Jonathan K (Max Outlier)
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It's interesting how the author demonstrates the dramatic difference of affluence between the James Bond MI6 and the real thing. The safe flats are dingy, furniture old and worn, and modern technology unavailable. No Aston Martin or custom tailored apparel either.
— Jun 25, 2026 03:29PM
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Jun 24, 2026 08:34PM
LeCarre is a master storyteller who knew the MI5 & MI6 from the inside out. He was so successful writing his first novel that he retired from one of the agencies to continue writing.
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