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Dead Lions (Slough House, #2)

Mick Herron
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Dead Lions (Slough House, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

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Mick Herron

Dead Lions (Slough House, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

348

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 2010s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Dead Lions by Mick Herron follows British intelligence operatives from Slough House investigating the death of a former agent, leading to uncovering a Cold War conspiracy. As they delve deeper, the team's unique dynamics and skills are tested against a backdrop of espionage and intrigue.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

45,106 ratings

84%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Dead Lions by Mick Herron has been praised for its witty writing and engaging plot, featuring a blend of espionage and dark humor. Reviewers appreciate the well-developed, quirky characters and intricate storyline. However, some criticize the pacing, suggesting certain sections drag. Overall, it entertains with clever dialogue and unexpected twists.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Dead Lions (Slough House, #2)?

Fans of espionage and dark humor will relish Mick Herron's Dead Lions. Ideal for readers of John le Carré's Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy and Charles Cumming's A Foreign Country, this novel delves into the murky world of British intelligence with wit and intricate plotting. Enthusiasts of complex characters and twisty narratives will be captivated.

4.3

45,106 ratings

84%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

348

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 2010s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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