The Heat of the Day by Elizabeth Bowen
Set in London during World War II, "The Heat of the Day" is a story about a love triangle between Stella Rodney, her lover Robert Kelway, and Harrison, a man who claims to be an intelligence agent. Harrison informs Stella that Robert is selling secrets to the enemy, and in exchange for his silence, he wants Stella all to himself. The novel explores themes of trust, deceit, and the complexities of love against the backdrop of a city under siege.
The 1146th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1949
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 300-400
- Words
- 97,000
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 4 lists:
- 100 Best Novels Written in English (The Guardian)
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- Ninety-Nine Novels: The Best in English since 1939 (Anthony Burges (Book))
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)