I just finished reading Bad Actors, the latest "Slough House" novel by Mick Herron. I started reading these offbeat and humorous spy thrillers quite a few months ago, and really like them. Slough House is where British spies are sent after they screw up big time, and once there, given mind-numbing desk assignments to keep them out of trouble. Of course, their leader, Jackson Lamb, makes sure that he knows everything that is happening at Regent's Park, the HQ for the spy agency, and despite his crew of screw-ups, together they manage to solve numerous crises. This time, the top advisor for the Prime Minister wants to take control of British intelligence and throw the current "First Desk" out, over her strong objections. He has also inadvertently hired a Russian spy as his assistant, which causes no end of problems. I really enjoyed reading this book, and can highly recommend it. Pick up a copy at your local library today.
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