Set against the backdrop of the Cold War, "The Unknown Spy" by Eoin McNamee follows a complex narrative that intertwines espionage and personal conflict. The story unfolds through the life of a British spy who becomes entangled in a web of deception, loyalty, and betrayal. As the protagonist navigates a treacherous world of political intrigue and shifting alliances, questions of identity and morality rise to the forefront. The novel explores the psychological toll of espionage, highlighting how secrets can distort relationships and the nature of truth itself. It’s a gripping tale of survival in a world rife with uncertainty. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book features in the following series: Ring Of 5 Trilogy, Ring Of Five .

This book is aimed at children at US 5th grade+.

This book has been graded for interest at 10 years.

There are 311 pages in this book. This book was published in 2012 by Bluefire .

Eoin McNamee's first children's book THE NAVIGATOR has received critical acclaim in the US and the UK. His adult books have been shortlisted for the Irish Times Literature Prize and twice longlisted for the Man Booker Prize. He has lived in London, Dublin and New York and is now settled in Sligo on the west coast of Ireland.