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The Looking Glass War

By: John Le Carré
Narrated by: Michael Jayston
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Once, the distinctions were clear: the Circus handled all things political while the Department dealt with matters military. But over the years the power and influence had passed to the Circus. Now suddenly the department had a job on its hands. Uncertain evidence suggested Soviet missiles being put in place near the German border, while vital film had gone missing and a courier was dead. The Department had to find an old hand to prove its mettle. Fred Leiser, German-speaking Pole turned Englishman and a qualified radio-operator, must be called back to the colours and sent East…

©2010 David Cornwell (P)2014 Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd.

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Bleak but compelling, fantastic narration

Great novel superbly read. Sadly close to the reality of espionage and warning of the consequences of government bungling.

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Michael Jayston. I love you

I have been getting through Le Carre and loving them but Michael Jayston's beautiful narration has spoiled hard copy books for me. I prefer to hear his dulcet tones than read it myself. In terms of story, this wasn't my favourite, but still a good yarn, but Jayston's voice made it worthwhile.

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Great story

A great story, well narrated by Michael Jayston, whose voice adds so much to it.

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