Independence Square by A.D. Miller (English) Paperback Book

Description: Independence Square by A.D. Miller A complex, contemporary political thriller set in Kyiv from the bestselling author of Booker-shortlisted SnowdropsTremendous...taut, compelling WILLIAM BOYDAn exceptional political thriller set in Ukraine from the bestselling author of Booker-shortlisted Snowdrops.__________________________________Twelve years ago, Simon Davey prevented a tragedy, and ruined his own life.Once a senior British diplomat in Kyiv, he lost everything in a lurid scandal. Back in London, he is travelling on the Tube when he sees her...Olesya is the woman Simon holds responsible for his downfall. They first met on an icy night during the protests in Independence Square.When Simon decides to follow Olesya, he finds himself plunged back into the dramatic days which changed his life forever.Set in an arena of political interference, corruption and espionage, Independence Square is a story of the ordinary people caught in the crossfires. It is a story of power, and where it really lies in the twenty-first century.__________________________________Praise for A. D. Miller-Reminiscent of Robert Harris at his best Financial TimesA mesmerising thriller... Spellbinding D. B. John, author of Star of the NorthMillers gripping novel about truth, lies and power is a searing indictment of our times SpectatorAn intriguing, evocative tale of betrayal, revolution and heartbreak Jonathan FreedlandUtterly gripping, a novel with its finger on the pulse of geopolitics that still manages to move deeply Observer FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography A.D. Miller is the author of Snowdrops, The Earl of Petticoat Lane and The Faithful Couple. Snowdrops was a bestseller and was shortlisted for many prizes including the Man Booker and the CWA Gold Dagger. It was translated into 25 languages. As Moscow Correspondent of The Economist A.D. Miller has travelled across the former Soviet Union and covered the Orange Revolution in Ukraine; he is now the magazines Culture Editor based in London.admillerbooks.com Review One of the most important books of the last twenty years.Utterly gripping, a novel with its finger on the pulse of geopolitics that still manages to move deeply. * Observer, *Books to Look Our For in 2020* *At its best, Independence Square made me think of a 21st-century Graham Greene novel, an absorbing thriller informed by emotional intelligence and a deep understanding of geopolitics. -- Marcel Theroux * Guardian *Millers gripping novel, about truth, lies and power is a searing indictment of our times...a book about dirty money and the manipulation of politics, about a world where anything is possible and where even a war can be hallucinated into reality. And it is about power... This, then, is a story not about a revolution in Eastern Europe but about the way we live now. * Spectator *A tremendous novel - taut, compelling, reeking of authenticity. A.D. Miller writes with exemplary precision and sophistication. Independence Square is an unsparing examination of human beings caught up and destroyed by historical forces they can barely comprehend. -- William Boyd Review Text Utterly gripping , a novel with its finger on the pulse of geopolitics that still manages to move deeply . Review Quote Utterly gripping , a novel with its finger on the pulse of geopolitics that still manages to move deeply . Promotional "Headline" A complex, contemporary political thriller from the bestselling author of Booker-shortlisted Snowdrops Details ISBN1529111854 Author A.D. Miller Publisher Vintage Publishing Year 2021 ISBN-10 1529111854 ISBN-13 9781529111859 Publication Date 2021-02-04 Language English DEWEY 823.92 Pages 304 UK Release Date 2021-02-04 Format Paperback Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2021-02-04 NZ Release Date 2021-02-04 Illustrator Liz Kay Birth 1939 Death 1939 Affiliation University of Illinois Position Toshiba Professor of Media, Arts, and Sciences Qualifications OBE Imprint Vintage Alternative 9781473571020 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:131206379;

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