Our Friends in Berlin

Name: Our Friends in Berlin
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781784708856
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By Anthony Quinn

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Summary

Our Friends in Berlin is a gripping tale set during World War II, following the life of a British woman named Jacky. She is entangled in a web of espionage and deception in Nazi-occupied Europe. With an atmosphere filled with suspense and intrigue, the narrative explores themes of loyalty and betrayal as Jacky navigates dangerous alliances.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy tales set during World War II that blend espionage with atmospheric tension. You'll find intrigue in the story of British spy service agents navigating perilous alliances and betrayal in wartime Berlin. Lovers of historical fiction and thrillers will likely appreciate the rich period detail and suspenseful, character-driven narrative.

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‘A gripping espionage thriller’ Observer

London, 1941. The city is in blackout and an enemy is hiding in plain sight. His mission: to locate the most dangerous Nazi agent in the country.

He soon receives a promising lead in Amy Strallen, whose life is a world away from the machinations of Nazi sympathisers.

A captivating thriller novel set in wartime London about the dangers of deception and loyalty in love

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A captivating thriller novel set in wartime London about the dangers of deception and loyalty in love.

'A gripping espionage thriller' – Observer

London, 1941. The city is in blackout and an enemy is hiding in plain sight.

Jack Hoste has become entangled in a national treachery. His mission: to locate the most dangerous Nazi agent in the country.

He soon receives a promising lead in Amy Strallen, whose life is a world away from the machinations of Nazi sympathisers. But when Hoste pays a visit to Amy's office, the dangerous game he is playing becomes even more lethal.

'A cracking tale of high-stakes espionage... Intensely atmospheric' – Mail on Sunday

Perfect for fans of John Le Carre and Charles Cumming

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Our Friends in Berlin by Anthony Quinn is celebrated as a gripping espionage thriller, masterfully capturing the atmosphere of wartime London. Reviewers praise its addictive narrative filled with action, romance, and political intrigue. Quinn's ability to vividly portray the Blitz and create complex characters offers a richly immersive experience, blending historical accuracy with a touch of postmodern melancholy reminiscent of Le Carré. This page-turner is admired for its elegant prose, captivating storyline, and the evocative gloom of a city under threat.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781784708856

Publisher: Vintage Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 July 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Vintage

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 256g

Pages: 288

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Anthony Quinn Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Historical Fiction Literary Fiction Penguin Books Spy & Espionage Thriller

About the Author

Anthony Quinn was born in Liverpool in 1964. From 1998 to 2013 he was the film critic for the Independent. He is the author of six novels- The Rescue Man, which won the 2009 Authors' Club Best First Novel Award; Half of the Human Race; The Streets, which was shortlisted for the 2013 Walter Scott Prize; Curtain Call, which was chosen for Waterstones and Mail on Sunday Book Clubs; Freya, a Radio 2 Book Club choice, and Eureka.

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