A Perfect Spy
by John le Carré
A Perfect Spy by John le Carré holds a well received rating of 3.99 out of 5, based on 10.9K reader ratings. First published in 1986. The book spans 608 pages.
About A Perfect Spy
John le Carre's classic novels deftly navigate readers through the intricate shadow worlds of international espionage with unsurpassed skill and knowledge, and have earned him unprecedented worldwide acclaim.Immersing readers in two parallel dramas -- one about the making of a spy, the other chronicling his seemingly imminent demise -- le Carre offers one of his richest and most morally resonant novels.Magnus Pym -- son of Rick, father of Tom, and a successful career officer of British Intelligence -- has vanished, to the dismay of his friends, enemies, and wife. Who is he? Who was he? Who owns him? Who trained him? Secrets of state are at risk. As the truth about Pym gradually emerges, the reader joins Pym's pursuers to explore the unsettling life and motives of a man who fought the wars he inherited with the only weapons he knew, and so became a perfect spy.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | John le Carré |
| Published | 1986 |
| Pages | 608 |
| Genres | Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense |
| Average Rating | 3.99 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 10,901 |
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What genre is A Perfect Spy?
A Perfect Spy is categorized as Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is A Perfect Spy worth reading?
Based on 10.9K reader ratings, A Perfect Spy has an average score of 3.99 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is A Perfect Spy?
A Perfect Spy has 608 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote A Perfect Spy?
A Perfect Spy was written by John le Carré. It was first published in 1986.
What is the ISBN for A Perfect Spy?
The ISBN-13 for A Perfect Spy is 9780743457930.0.
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