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srm's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
The first George Smiley book, this was a delightful introduction to the world of the books. Simon Vance's reading is wonderful. Also, there are some surprisingly funny lines. Very much enjoyed this and will likely listen to more.
Minor: Murder, Antisemitism, Blood, Death, and Injury/Injury detail
noonjinx's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I really enjoyed this one. I’ve heard people say Le Carre is too complicated but I thought this one was a really accessible. A great story, full of humanity and pathos with great characters full of depth.
As a spy, George Smiley is an anti-bond; brave and resourceful when he needs to be, but old, short an tubby and thinking his way out of trouble rather than fighting. At one point he considers taking a gun with him, but decides against it because he’s not actually sure where he’s put it and there would be a frightful fuss if he actually used it.
The plot is meticulously revealed throughout the novel, but then there is a chapter of explanation at the end which I could have done without. Apart from that I thought it was terrific
As a spy, George Smiley is an anti-bond; brave and resourceful when he needs to be, but old, short an tubby and thinking his way out of trouble rather than fighting. At one point he considers taking a gun with him, but decides against it because he’s not actually sure where he’s put it and there would be a frightful fuss if he actually used it.
The plot is meticulously revealed throughout the novel, but then there is a chapter of explanation at the end which I could have done without. Apart from that I thought it was terrific
Moderate: Murder and Violence
readingwithcats's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Murder and Suicide
emmasanderson's review
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Minor: Murder
siiriainen's review
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Moderate: Murder and Alcoholism
Minor: Suicide
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