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A young German spy is sent to investigate the authenticity of something which may—or may not—be a stratagem perpetrated by the British.
About the author
Stephen Benatar was born in 1937 in Baker Street, London—and in the block of flats where H. G. Wells and Arnold Bennett once lived; one of these days there’ll have to be a third important plaque beside the other two! Benatar is married, with four children, but now openly gay and living with a male partner.
Summary
A young German spy is sent to investigate the authenticity of something which may—or may not—be a stratagem perpetrated by the British.
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“For me, Letters for a Spy fulfils the criteria for good writing set out by that acknowledged master of English prose, George Orwell: Benatar uses simple, clear English, without cliches, long-windedness or overuse of the passive. I found it impossible to put down. It was like reading a kaleidoscope—the patterns were ever shifting—and I was engrossed both intellectually and emotionally. A terrific story, beautifully told, and I recommend it highly.” —Elizabeth Hawksley, Historical Novels Review
“A thrilling romantic adventure, with superior characterization and an acute eye for detail.” —Henry Fitzherbert, Sunday Express
