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The prodigal spy

Joseph Kanon · 1998

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About the book

An interesting tale told from the son's point of view, Nick. Nick's father, is accused of being a spy and communist. To the surprise of all he disappears and defects to Russia. He is a communist. The shame of the family is hidden for years until one day the Nick receives a message to meet with his dad in Prague, still a communist country. This is his chance to discover why he left, more importantly why he left him, his only son behind. Intrigue from an age gone by envelops Nick in what was the Cold War and he barely escapes with his life. Now Nick is out for answers or die trying.

Book details

Year
1998
Language
English
Publisher
Little, Brown
Editions
6
Pages
436
ISBN
9780316646475

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