Moscow Exile
Read More
Found a better price? Request a price match
Moscow Exile
Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?
Moscow Exile
The newest literary spy thriller from a master of the genre, Moscow Exile is a richly populated, gripping tale of espionage set in Washington, D.C. during the post-war period.
Charlotte is a British expatriate who has recently settled in Washington, D.C. with her second husband, but enviable dinner parties aren't the only thing she is planning. Meanwhile, Charlie Leigh-Hunt has been posted to Washington as a replacement for Guy Burgess, last seen disappearing around the corner and into the Soviet Union. Charlie is surprised to cross paths with Charlotte, an old flame of his, who, thanks to her gossipy parties, has a packed pocketbook full of secrets she is eager to share.
Two decades later, in 1969, Joe Wilderness is stuck on the wrong side of the Iron Curtain, held captive by the KGB, a chip in a game way above his pay grade - but his old friends Frank and Eddie are going to try to spring him out of the toughest prison in the world. All roads lead back to Berlin, and to the famous Bridge of Spies...
Featuring crackling dialogue and brilliantly plotted Cold War intrigue, Moscow Exile is a gripping thriller populated by larger-than-life personalities in a Cold War plot that feels strangely in tune with our present.
Series: Joe Wilderness series
View allBook 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?
John Lawton's Moscow Exile is highly praised for its depth in espionage fiction, likened to classic Len Deighton works. Critics admire its vibrant characterisation and sharp dialogue, painting a vivid picture of Cold War moral complexities. The book is described as a richly historic novel, showcasing Lawton's skill in crafting calculating espionage narratives, and is seen as a rewarding addition to both the Joe Wilderness series and the broader espionage genre.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781804710104
Publisher: Atlantic Books
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 04 May 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Grove Press
Edition: Export/Airside
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 32.0mm
Width: 158.0mm
Height: 233.0mm
Weight: 600g
Pages: 448
About the Author
John Lawton has written eight Inspector Troy thrillers, three previous Joe Wilderness novels, a standalone
novel and a volume of history. His Inspector Troy novels have been named best books of the year by the New
York Times, Los Angeles Times and New York Times Book Review. He lives in Derbyshire, England
Also by John Lawton
View allMore from Crime & Thriller
View allWhy buy from us?
Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent 100% NZ-owned business on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!
Service & Delivery
Our warehouse in Auckland holds over 80,000 books and puzzles in-stock so you're not waiting for your order to arrive from overseas.
Auckland Bookstore
We're primarily an online store, but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our bookstore, which is right next door to our warehouse in Hobsonville.
Our Gifting Service
Books make wonderful thoughtful gifts and we're here to help with gift-wrapping and cards. We can even send your gift directly to your loved one.
