59 pages • 1 hour read
John le CarréA Perfect Spy
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1986A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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John le Carré’s A Perfect Spy is widely regarded as a masterful spy novel, praised for its deep character study and intricate plot. Critics admire its psychological depth and rich prose but note its complex narrative can be challenging. Some readers may find the slow pace less engaging. Overall, it's a compelling exploration of identity and betrayal.
Who Should Read A Perfect Spy?
A reader who relishes A Perfect Spy by John le Carré likely enjoys intricate espionage thrillers with deep psychological character studies. Fans of Graham Greene’s The Quiet American or Kazuo Ishiguro’s The Remains of the Day will appreciate the blend of personal drama with a rich, suspenseful plot set against historical backdrops.
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