Karla's Choice

Set in 1963, George Smiley seeks a peaceful life after leaving the Circus, enjoying a more stable marriage. However, a Russian defector's arrival pulls him back into the espionage world when he is tasked with interviewing Szusanna, a Hungarian émigré linked to a missing target. As he navigates the shadows of East Berlin, Smiley uncovers a complex web of danger and deception. This novel fills a narrative gap between two classic Smiley stories, offering a thrilling exploration of loyalty and intrigue in the spy genre.