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Nemesis

An unputdownable wartime spy thriller
By Rory Clements
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Nemesis by Rory Clements is a gripping crime thriller set against the backdrop of the pre-World War II era. It follows Tom Wilde, a history professor, who becomes embroiled in espionage and intrigue as tensions rise across Europe. As Wilde navigates dangerous alliances and uncovers dark secrets, he must thwart a looming threat with potentially catastrophic consequences.
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You might enjoy this gripping crime and thriller novel if you're intrigued by espionage, historical settings, and complex mysteries. The story weaves together tension and intrigue set against the backdrop of the pre-World War II era, drawing you into a world of secrets and suspense. It's a perfect pick for anyone who appreciates a mix of historical detail and thrilling storytelling.

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A gripping thriller set at the outbreak of the Second World War by Sunday Times bestseller and author of Corpus and Nucleus, Rory Clements.

A gripping thriller set at the outbreak of the Second World War by Sunday Times bestseller and author of Corpus and Nucleus, Rory Clements.

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Can a ruthless spy ring change the course of war?

In a great English house, a young woman offers herself to one of the most powerful and influential figures in the land - but this is no ordinary seduction. She plans to ensure his death...

On holiday in France, Professor Tom Wilde discovers his brilliant student Marcus Marfield, who disappeared two years earlier to join the International Brigades in Spain, in the Le Vernet concentration camp in the foothills of the Pyrenees. Wilde secures his release just as German tanks roll into Poland.

Meanwhile, a U-boat sinks the liner Athenia in the Atlantic with many casualties, including Americans, onboard. Goebbels claims Churchill put a bomb in the ship to blame Germany and to lure America into the war.

As the various strands of an international conspiracy begin to unwind, Tom Wilde will find himself in great personal danger. For just who is Marcus Marfield? And where does his loyalty lie?

For readers of Robert Harris, C J Sansom and William Boyd, this is a thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat - by Sunday Times bestseller and author of Corpus and Nucleus, Rory Clements.

'A masterpiece of spies, intrigue and political shenanigans' - Sunday Express

Praise for RORY CLEMENTS

'Dramatic...pacy and assured' - Daily Mail

'Political polarisation, mistrust and simmering violence' - The Times

'A standout historical novel and spy thriller' - Daily Express

'Enjoyable, bloody and brutish' - Guardian

'A colourful history lesson...exciting narrative twists' - Sunday Telegraph

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Nemesis by Rory Clements is a well-crafted crime thriller that captivates readers with its immersive depiction of historical settings. The author demonstrates a strong command of the subject while bringing to life the atmosphere of Cambridge, with its tea rooms and college life, creating a believable and engaging experience. This book, along with others in the series, is thoroughly enjoyable and would benefit from a larger readership.

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ISBN: 9781785767500

Publisher: Zaffre

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 July 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Zaffre

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 308g

Pages: 448

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Rory Clements Spy & Espionage Thriller

About the Author

Rory Clements is a Sunday Times bestselling author. He won the CWA Ellis Peters Historical Award for his second novel, Revenger, and a TV series of the John Shakespeare novels is currently in development. Rory lives in Norfolk with his family. Find out more at www.roryclements.co.uk.

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