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Island Reich

The atmospheric WWII thriller perfect for fans of Simon Scarrow and Robert Harris
By Jack Grimwood
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In Island Reich by Jack Grimwood, the story unfolds during World War II as a British operative undertakes a perilous mission on a German-occupied island. With espionage, deceit, and danger lurking at every corner, the tension escalates as he navigates a web of secrets and betrayal. This thrilling narrative blends historical intrigue with gripping suspense, keeping readers on edge as the stakes grow ever higher.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by gripping World War II espionage tales filled with danger and intrigue. Perfect for fans of historical thrillers, it weaves a tense narrative of spies and treachery on a remote island, combining elements of crime and suspense to keep you on the edge of your seat.

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Island Reich

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The fate of Britain rests on one unlikely spy in this rich, atmospheric WWII thriller, from the award-winning author of Moskva and Nightfall Berlin.

July, 1940. The Nazis launch their invasion of Britain, starting with the Channel Islands...

And soldier turned safecracker Bill O'Hagan gets an offer: hang for his crimes, or serve his country.

The mission: impersonate a local on occupied Alderney, steal the invasion plans, escape. He almost believes they're not lying.

In Portugal, former King, Edward, Duke of Windsor, receives an altogether different proposal from Germany: ease the invasion and he'll get his throne back. But Edward will not readily betray his country...

An embittered former king. An unreformed thief. And a secret upon which the fates of nations lie...

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Island Reich by Jack Grimwood is praised for its intricately plotted, thrilling World War Two adventure, populated by proper heroes and villains, and grounded in historical events. Critics compare it favourably to works by Robert Harris and John le Carré, highlighting its atmospheric suspense, daring espionage, and political intrigue. The synthesis of real and fictitious characters is noted for its finesse, with reviewers enjoying the complex plot and the "what if?" scenario. The novel's relentless suspense and elegant writing contribute to a compelling and highly entertaining read.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405936705

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 October 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 359g

Pages: 544

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Historical Fiction Jack Grimwood Penguin Books Spy & Espionage Thriller

About the Author

Jack Grimwood, a.k.a Jon Courtenay Grimwood, was born in Malta and christened in the upturned bell of a ship. He grew up in the Far East, Britain and Scandinavia. Apart from novels, he writes for national newspapers including The Times, Telegraph, Independent and Guardian. Jon is two-time winner of the BSFA Award for Best Novel, first with Felaheen, and then End of the World Blues. His literary novel, The Last Banquet, published under the name Jonathan Grimwood, was shortlisted for Le Prix Montesquieu 2015. His work has been translated into fifteen languages. He is married to the journalist and novelist Sam Baker. Island Reich is his third thriller. jackgrimwood.com jonathangrimwood.com j-cg.co.uk @joncg

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