The Night Manager
The Night Manager
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Novel • Fiction
Various Locations • 1990s
2006
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Night Manager by John le Carré follows Jonathan Pine, a former British soldier working as a night manager in a luxury hotel. Pine is recruited by intelligence operatives to infiltrate the operations of an international arms dealer. The narrative explores espionage, loyalty, and the moral complexities faced by individuals in the world of covert intelligence.
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John le Carré's The Night Manager has been praised for its intricate spy narrative and complex characters, particularly the protagonist, Jonathan Pine. Critics appreciate the author's mastery in depicting the espionage world, though some find the plot occasionally languorous and convoluted. Ultimately, it’s highly regarded for its thrilling tension and moral ambiguities.
Who Should Read The Night Manager?
Readers who relish intricate espionage narratives and morally complex characters will be captivated by John le Carré's The Night Manager. If you enjoyed the shadowy intrigue of le Carré's Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy or the international tension in Frederick Forsyth's The Day of the Jackal, this book will be a compelling read.
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The Night Manager was adapted into a successful television series in 2016, starring Tom Hiddleston and Hugh Laurie, receiving critical acclaim and several awards including multiple Emmys.
John le Carré, whose real name was David Cornwell, made a cameo appearance in the TV adaptation of his novel, a practice he enjoyed in several adaptations of his work.
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The book marked le Carré's first collaboration with his son, Simon Cornwell, who helped with the research and development, particularly in the realms of arms dealing and international crime.
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Novel • Fiction
Various Locations • 1990s
2006
Adult
18+ years
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