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I really appreciate a novelist who takes the time he needs to write a quality piece of work. Joseph kanon is an international bestselling author of eight novels, which have been published in twentyfour languages. Gaining an award for it the following year in 1998 with the edgar award for best first novel, he had sealed his brand as one of the upcoming names to now watch in the industry. Ultimately though kanon chooses to maintain a clipped pace, sacrificing plot detail and explanations along the way. Istanbul passage is a firstrate espionage novel, filled with complexity and thrills, but its greatest success may be in this much more universal literary exploration. From the bestselling author of istanbul passage and leaving berlin comes a riveting novel about two brothers bound by blood, divided by loyalty. The title, istanbul passage, operates on many levels. A gripping tale of a us undercover agent in 1945 istanbul, from the bestselling author of the good germanand leaving berlin a neutral capital straddling europe and asia, istanbul has spent the war as a. A look at the best seller ebook istanbul passage by. Istanbul passage by joseph kanon book club discussion. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. May 29, 2012 istanbul passage by joseph kanon, published by atria books. With his remarkable emotional precision and mastery of tone, kanon transcends the form. The action takes place in late 1945, with the war over and the city reverting to normal even as.
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