Category: Espionage

• Spy Line

  Bernard Samson returns in “Spy Line,” blending dry wit with Cold War intrigue, revealing the messy reality of espionage.

• Spy Hook

  Spy Hook kicks off a new trilogy with Bernard Samson facing Cold War intrigue, balancing distrust and trust in a complex espionage world.

• London Match

  London Match wraps up Deighton’s spy trilogy nicely, mixing Cold War intrigue with a flawed but relatable protagonist, Bernard Samson.

• Mexico Set

  Mexico Set dives deeper into Cold War espionage, with Bernard Samson juggling trust issues and personal ties, serving up classic thriller vibes.

• Berlin Game

  Berlin Game kicks off a thrilling trilogy with Bernard Samson, a relatable spy navigating intrigue, trust issues, and Cold War chaos.

• Winter: A Berlin Family, 1899-1945

  Winter: A Berlin Family, 1899–1945 offers historical context to Deighton’s series, exploring family and societal changes during tumultuous times in Germany.

• Standing by the Wall

  Mick Herron’s latest Slough House instalment, “Standing by the Wall,” shines a light on the hilariously self-absorbed Roddy Ho. It’s filled with espionage, dark humour, and Sean Barrett’s top-notch narration. Enjoy!

• The Catch

  Mick Herron’s Slough House series is a mix of sharp espionage, dark humour, and flawed characters. The Catch continues this vibe, captivating with wit and relatable awkwardness, despite minor shortcomings.

• The Drop

  Mick Herron’s Slough House series is a treat! The Drop’s a compact, engaging tale filled with dark humour, flawed characters, and unexpected twists that’ll keep you guessing and wanting more.

• The List

  Mick Herron’s novella, The List, enriches the Slough House series by exploring complex dynamics in intelligence work, blending dark humour with espionage in a compact, engaging narrative.