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Javier Marías
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Number of Pages
560
Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
This is a sophisticated work of fiction that blends a spy thriller with deep philosophical questions. It follows a London‑based intelligence analyst as he confronts a disturbing trove of videotapes depicting the private lives and brutal acts of public figures. The central theme asks how secrecy, power, and violence ripple through ordinary life, appealing to adult readers who relish morally complex, carefully written narratives. The tone is grave, reflective, and quietly unsettling.
The reading experience is story-led and character-driven, anchored by restrained prose that leans into atmosphere and consequence. The narrative builds through the analyst’s observations and inner reflections, with the London setting sharpening the sense of surveillance and ethical tension. It’s a literary thriller rather than a high‑octane action piece, inviting readers to consider how information can corrupt perception and judgment.
What makes this work distinctive is its moral gravity: scenes are rendered with control and precision, allowing the impact to linger without sensationalism. Readers move through the tapes’ revelations alongside the protagonist, navigating ambiguity and unresolved questions about justification, guilt, and accountability. The book challenges readers to confront uncomfortable truths about privacy, power, and the costs of keeping secrets while sustaining suspense through a tightly woven, contemplative arc.
After finishing, readers gain a nuanced perspective on how private acts shape public life, and how power and secrecy influence judgment. It leaves you with a lasting sense of moral complexity, inviting ongoing curiosity about ethics, accountability, and the human cost of surveillance.
Product Details
Author
Javier Marías
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
560
Language
English
SKU
9780241338063
ISBN
9780241338063
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
12.9x2.4x19.8cm
Binding
Hardback
MRP: ₹ 499
₹ 475
₹ 24 Off