Restless by William Boyd
"Restless" is a gripping espionage thriller that delves into the life of a young woman who discovers that her mother was a spy for the British Secret Service during World War II. The narrative alternates between the past and present, revealing the mother's secret life as a spy in the 1940s and the daughter's quest in the 1970s to uncover the truth. The book presents a riveting tale of deceit, betrayal, and survival, set against the backdrop of a world at war.
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This book is on the following lists:
- Costa Book Award - Best Novel (Costa Coffee)