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Silverview

John le Carré
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Silverview

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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John le Carré

Silverview

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

224

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Contemporary

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Silverview by John le Carré, a British bookseller encounters an enigmatic older man, leading to revelations about espionage. The story explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the moral complexities faced by those in the intelligence community.

Reviews & Readership

3.9

32,990 ratings

66%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reviews of John le Carré's Silverview highlight the novel's classic espionage intrigue and compelling character development, maintaining le Carré's signature gripping narrative. Critics praise its atmospheric storytelling but note that it lacks the depth and complexity seen in his earlier works. Fans of le Carré will appreciate this final, yet slightly less impactful, addition to his oeuvre.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Silverview?

A reader who would enjoy Silverview by John le Carré typically appreciates intricate spy thrillers with deep character studies, much like fans of le Carré's own Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy or Graham Greene's The Quiet American. This audience values intelligence, moral ambiguity, and nuanced storytelling in their literary adventures.

3.9

32,990 ratings

66%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

224

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Contemporary

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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