The SIlk Code
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See moreThe Silk Code had me absolutely hooked… A great storyline full of bravery, trust, love, survival, betrayal and determination. – NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Based on the true story of ‘Englandspiel’, one woman must race against the clock to uncover a traitor, even if it means losing the man she loves.
England, 1943:
Deciding to throw herself into war work, Nancy Callaghan joins the Special Operations Executive in Baker Street. There, she begins solving ‘indecipherables’ – scrambled messages from agents in the field.
Then Nancy meets Tom Lockwood, a quiet genius when it comes to coding. Together they come up with the idea of printing codes on silk, so agents can hide them in their clothing to avoid detection by the enemy. Nancy and Tom grow close, and soon she is hopelessly in love.
But there is a traitor in Baker Street, and suspicions turn towards Tom. When Nancy is asked to spy on Tom, she must make the ultimate sacrifice and complete a near-impossible mission. Could the man she loves be the enemy?
An utterly gripping and unputdownable WW2 historical fiction novel, perfect for fans of Ella Carey and Ellie Midwood!
Readers LOVE The Silk Code!
‘Characters that you could get into and a storyline that kept you hooked wanting to read on to find out what happened next – my sign of a good book!’ – NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘A brilliant book, one of Swift’s best. I can’t wait for the next one.’ – NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘I loved the characters that Deborah Swift crafted… well written and a good mix of historical fiction and mystery.’ – NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Really enjoyed this book… [a] fantastic read.’ – NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘The depth of research this author does is obvious but she makes it so easily absorbable with characters you either hate or love and a plot that just keeps the pages turning.’ – NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘An excellent book on World War 2 history.’ – NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Series: WW2 Secret Agent 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?
The Silk Code by Deborah Swift is praised for its meticulous historical detail and vivid portrayal of 17th-century life. Reviewers often commend the captivating plot and rich character development, immersing readers in a tale of intrigue and espionage. The narrative is highlighted for balancing historical accuracy with engaging storytelling, offering a satisfying blend of drama and historical insights.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780008586829
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 20 July 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: HQ Digital
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 22.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 240g
Pages: 352
About the Author
I write historical fiction, a genre I love, though I'm a bookaholic and I read widely - contemporary and classic fiction as well as historicals. In the past I used to work as a set and costume designer for theatre and TV, so I enjoy the research aspect of creating historical fiction, something I loved doing as a scenographer. Each book takes about six months of research before I am ready to begin writing. More details of my research and writing process can be found on my website. I like to write about extraordinary characters set against the background of real historical events.
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