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The Little Drummer Girl

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The Little Drummer Girl

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000

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The Little Drummer Girl

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Details
Pages

659

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Europe • 1970s

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Little Drummer Girl by John le Carré is a spy novel where an actress becomes embroiled in an international espionage plot. The story explores themes of loyalty, identity, and the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of Middle Eastern conflict. The protagonist must navigate the dangers and moral ambiguities inherent in her undercover role.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Challenging

Dark

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.2

19,877 ratings

75%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Little Drummer Girl by John le Carré is praised for its intricate plot and deep character development, immersing readers in a complex tale of espionage. Some readers, however, find the pacing slow and the narrative dense. Overall, it is a compelling exploration of moral ambiguity within the spy genre.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Little Drummer Girl?

A reader who enjoys The Little Drummer Girl by John le Carré is likely captivated by intricate espionage plots and deep character studies. Fans of Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy or Graham Greene's The Quiet American would appreciate the novel's blend of suspense, psychological depth, and geopolitical intrigue.

4.2

19,877 ratings

75%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

659

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Europe • 1970s

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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