The Berlin Exchange

Martin Keller, an American physicist, is traded for a KGB agent in 1963 Berlin during the height of the Cold War. He wants to see his ex-wife and son but has questions about who asked for him and why. Joseph Kanon, the master of suspense, returns to his heartland of Berlin with an exhilarating blend of atmospherics, a doomed love story, and Cold War derring-do.

Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 22 February 2022
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

In the heart of the Cold War, a master of suspense takes readers on a thrilling journey through the perilous backdrop of Berlin. Martin Keller, an American physicist, finds himself caught up in a spy swap, his most critical possession being his American passport. With a burning desire to reunite with his ex-wife Sabine and their young son, he questions who orchestrated the trade and what they want from him. As he arrives in East Berlin, he realizes that the game has just begun, and he must navigate a web of secrets and lies to uncover the truth.

Joseph Kanon, hailed as a master of suspense, has crafted a novel that blends atmosphere, a doomed love story, and Cold War derring-do. Set against the backdrop of Berlin in 1963, the book delves into the complexities of espionage and the human psyche. With his meticulous attention to detail and ability to create vivid characters, Kanon transports readers to a world where nothing is as it seems and every move carries a risk.

Kanon's writing is praised for its enjoyable blend of atmospherics, depth of character, and thoughtful portrayal of a place and era. The Sunday Times describes the book as "thoroughly absorbing," while the Sunday Telegraph praises its "thoughtful and subtle evocation of a place and era." The New York Times hails Kanon as "up there with the very best . . . of spy thriller writers," and the Guardian notes his "high critical stock."

This exhilarating return to Joseph Kanon's heartland is a must-read for fans of suspense and intrigue. With its compelling plot, well-developed characters, and masterful storytelling, "The Berlin Exchange" promises to keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page.

Weight: 524g
Dimension: 164 x 244 x 33 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398501485