Slough House by Mick Herron

Slough House

Slough House #7

Mick Herron

312 pages first pub 2019 (editions)

fiction crime mystery thriller mysterious reflective fast-paced
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Slough House by Mick Herron is a gripping and stimulating novel that will captivate readers who crave a fast-paced, espionage-filled thriller with a satirical edge, exploring the darker side of politics, power, and the secret world of spies, making it a perfect fit for fans of John le Carré and those who enjoy complex, morally nuanced stories that challenge the status quo.

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In his best and most ambitious novel yet, Mick Herron, "the le Carr of the future" (BBC), offers an unsparing look at the corrupt web of media, global finance, spycraft, and politics that power our modern world. At Slough House--MI5's London de...

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Community Reviews Summary of 581 reviews

Moods

mysterious 72%
funny 70%
tense 67%
dark 60%
adventurous 59%
emotional 14%
sad 12%
challenging 9%
reflective 3%
lighthearted 2%

Pace

fast 63%
medium 34%
slow 1%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 58% | Plot: 31% | Character: 9%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 17%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 44% | No: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 81% | No: 9% | It's complicated: 8%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 84% | No: 9% | It's complicated: 5%

Average rating

4.3

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