OK, I may have read this just because I saw the film, but I'm really pleased I did. Pharmaceutical companies have not been known to distinguish themselves for their behaviour in the Third World, and I suspect things haven't changed much in…
Without revealing any details, this novel includes some cringe-worthy scenes that are unusual for the author. Although I often put it aside, I read it to the end with appreciation.
Aug 04, 2019beetlebaily rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
Excellent writing. First one of La Carre's I have read which is not about MI5 and Smiley. Somewhat exaggerated narrative of big bad Pharma and idealistic activist heroines but quite gripping.
Nov 28, 2012vwruleschick rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
Tessa Quayle and Dr. Bluhm are murdered in the African landscape, was it due to there involvement together? Or they were following a trail to a drug cover up? Get to know the cast of British foreign officers and their partners, while they…
Sep 27, 2011jgrnlees rated this title 1 out of 5 stars
The book jacket description for this title begins with the words, "Frightening, heartbreaking, and exquisitely calibrated, John le Carré's new novel opens with the gruesome murder of the young and beautiful Tessa Quayle near northern…
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