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The Secret Speech

By Tom Rob Smith
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In The Secret Speech by Tom Rob Smith, set in post-Stalinist Soviet Union, the narrative follows former MGB officer Leo Demidov as he confronts the repercussions of his past actions. The story delves into themes of redemption, forgiveness, and political intrigue, as Leo is thrust into a perilous situation involving a speech that threatens both his family's safety and the stability of the nation. It's a tense exploration of loyalty and morality in a rapidly changing political landscape.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by Cold War history and love a gripping thriller filled with intrigue, secrets, and transformation. Set in the turbulent Soviet Union, it offers a compelling mix of suspense and historical context that keeps readers on edge and fully engrossed in the fate of its complex characters.

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The Soviet Union 1956: after Stalin's death, a violent regime is beginning to fracture. Stalin's successor Khrushchev pledges reform. But there are forces at work that are unable to forgive or forget the past.

Leo Demidov, former MGB officer, is facing his own turmoil. His adopted daughters have yet to forgive him for his part in the brutal murder of their parents. They are not alone. Leo, his wife, and their family are in grave danger from someone with a grudge. Someone transformed beyond recognition into the perfect model of vengeance.

Leo's desperate mission to save his family will take him from the harsh Siberian Gulags, to the depths of the criminal underworld, to the centre of the Hungarian uprising - and into a hell where redemption is as brittle as glass.

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Tom Rob Smith's The Secret Speech is widely praised as a thrilling and masterful sequel to Child 44, showcasing a relentless and action-packed narrative set in post-Stalinist Russia. Critics note its gripping plot, with numerous twists and a vividly portrayed historical setting, as well as its exploration of themes like betrayal and guilt. The novel is acclaimed for its rich historiography and engaging pace, capturing the intense atmosphere of the era.

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ISBN: 9780857204097

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 July 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Simon & Schuster Ltd

Edition: Reissue

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 496

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About the Author

Tom Rob Smith is the author of the acclaimedΒ Child 44Β trilogy.Β Child 44Β itselfΒ was a global publishing sensation, selling over two million copies.Β It was longlisted for the Man Booker Prize, shortlisted for the Costa First Novel Prize and won the CWA Steel Dagger Award.Β His most recent novel,Β The Farm, was a #1 international bestseller. Tom also writes for television and won a Writer’s Guild Award for best adapted series and an Emmy and Golden Globe for best limited series withΒ American Crime Story: The Assassination of Gianni Versace. He is also the creator and executive producer of FX’s suspense thriller series Class of ’09.

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