In this final volume of Gardam's trilogy, we learn the secrets of Veneering's Russian heritage. Was his father a spy, who was his mother and where did he get his wealth? If you haven't yet read Old Filth (bwl 29) and The Man in the Wooden Hat (bwl 55), you have a treat in store. Funny and sad, the characters become as familiar and as elusive as real friends. A joy to read.
(Jenny Baker - bwl 71 Winter 2014 ) |
