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Karla's Choice

A John le Carré Novel

John le Carré author Nick Harkaway author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Penguin Books Ltd

Publishing:24th Apr '25

£9.99

This title is due to be published on 24th April, and will be despatched as soon as possible.

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This fiction paperback, "Karla's Choice" from John le Carré & Nick Harkaway, is due to be published 24th April 2025 by Penguin Books Ltd.

‘Is this new ‘le Carré’ novel even better than the master himself? Harkaway has done an extraordinarily good job with his father’s legacy. Karla’s Choice is note-perfect.’ -- Jake Kerridge * The Telegraph *
What a treat! Karla's Choice expertly evokes the atmosphere of the originals * Guardian *
A loving tribute as well as an excellent novel in its own right -- Anthony Cummins * The Observer *
It is difficult to encapsulate what a remarkable achievement this novel is. Karla’s Choice is absolutely first rate, as both a homage to le Carré and as a work in its own right -- Stuart Kelly * The Scotsman *
Karla’s Choice breathes new life into the murky world of the Circus. If you haven’t read any Smiley books, then this wouldn’t be a bad place to start -- David Mills * Sunday Times *
An accomplished and welcome addition to le Carré's oeuvre. Harkaway has drawn on his deep knowledge of his father's work to produce a tale faithful to the originals, while subtly adding a lighter, more modern touch. * The Financial Times *
Harkaway is a fine writer and he has resurrected his father’s books brilliantly * The I *
A satisfyingly intricate tale filled with intrigue and suspense. Karla's Choice is an accomplished homage and a captivating thriller. * The Economist *
Reads like a lost le Carrè. Smiley is back at the Circus in the safest of hands -- Richard Osman
A brilliant and almost uncanny incarnation of le Carré’s voice and world - and an exceptional espionage novel in its own right -- William Boyd

ISBN: 9781405969833

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 15mm

Weight: 200g

272 pages