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Circus

Circus

SpyThriller
Pages
198
Published
1975
Language
English

Synopsis

A former circus performer, now a spy, is drawn back into a dangerous world when his family is threatened. He must use his unique skills and knowledge of the circus to infiltrate a heavily guarded fortress and retrieve vital information. The mission is fraught with peril, forcing him to confront his past and outwit ruthless adversaries.

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

TenseAdventurous
Heist

Genres

Spy Thriller

About the author

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Alistair MacLean

Alistair MacLean was born in Glasgow, Scotland, the son of a minister. He spent much of his childhood in Daviot, Scotland. His native language was Scottish Gaelic. During World War II he served with the Royal Navy and was released in 1946. After the war, he studied English at the University of Glasgow, and he began writing short stories for extra income. He graduated in 1953 and became a a school teacher in Rutherglen. In 1954 he won a fiction competition and Collins Publishing asked him f...