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Mick Herron

Slow Horses

Mick HerronFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010

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Mick Herron

Slow Horses

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 2010s

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Slow Horses by Mick Herron follows Jackson Lamb and his team of disgraced MI5 agents stationed at Slough House, a department for those who have failed in their careers. When a young man is kidnapped by a terrorist group, these "slow horses" take it upon themselves to investigate, leading to a complex web of conspiracy within MI5. The book includes portrayals of racist and sexist attitudes and language, violence, extremist terrorist activity, threat, kidnapping, violent death, and death by suicide.

Gritty

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Dark

Humorous

Reviews & Readership

4.2

76,873 ratings

79%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Slow Horses by Mick Herron is a gripping espionage novel praised for its engaging plot and intricate character development. Reviewers appreciate the clever dialogue and dry humor, though some find the pacing uneven and the multitude of characters slightly overwhelming. Overall, it's highly recommended for fans of intelligent, character-driven thrillers.

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Who Should Read Slow Horses?

Slow Horses by Mick Herron appeals to readers who enjoy intricate spy thrillers blended with dark humor and flawed, richly developed characters. Comparable to John le Carré’s Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy and Len Deighton's The Ipcress File, it suits fans of intelligent espionage tales with grit and twists.

4.2

76,873 ratings

79%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 2010s

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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