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Set against the backdrop of espionage, the narrative follows Julian Lawndsley, who leaves his corporate life to run a bookshop in a quaint seaside town. His peaceful existence is disrupted by Edward, a mysterious Polish émigré with an unsettling interest in Julian's life. As a warning letter about a dangerous leak reaches a spy chief in London, the investigation draws closer to Julian's world. The story explores themes of innocence versus experience and the complexities of duty versus personal morals, showcasing le Carré's masterful storytelling.