A book that makes every moment realApril 13, 2007 Andrew Dalby(oxford) By writing from the spies viewpoint Deighton actually makes you feel part of the action. You have to work it out as his un-named character does. He paints a detailed picture but at times this seems unnatural - these are not he things you would remember and that is why I only give it four stars, because the ending does not feel real - you feel a little bit tricked.
What they never tell you is how FUNNY this book is.September 8, 2000 louise.c@virgin.net(England) 11 out of 13 found this review helpful
Deighton has given his nameless narrator a wry, dry wit. Even if you don't like spy stories (and this one's a cracker), the style will grip you. I'm going to have to read it again.
