A Beautiful Spy: From the million-copy Sunday Times bestseller Audiobook

Quotes

• ‘A superb novel. I absolutely loved it. Rachel Hore brilliantly contrasts the thrilling world of high-stakes politics with the inner life of a passionate woman leading a dangerous double existence’ 

  — Wendy Holden, author of The Governess

• 'Phenomenal! Absolutely loved it. I was rooting for Minnie from page one right to the very end... What a treat of a read'

  — Tracy Rees, author of The House at Silvermoor

• Based on the life of Olga Gray, this atmospheric thriller is a delight to read’   

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• ‘Stunning. A masterclass in storytelling. Flawless writing and a great plot that builds suspense… This is one of those unforgettable books whose characters stay with you and whom you miss when they’re gone… I loved every moment’   

  — Dinah Jefferies, author of The Tuscan Contessa

• 'Rachel Hore has written a masterful novel, rich in period detail, and her heroine is an unforgettable character – an ordinary young woman who achieves extraordinary things for her country'   

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• 'As far as her friends and family think, Minnie is an ordinary girl but she is a government spy – recruited to infiltrate the communist government. But how long can anyone lead a double life? Based on a true story' 

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• 'A compulsive and enjoyable read'   

  — Historical Novel Society

• 'Historical suspense… Minnie Gray – on the outside an ordinary woman, inside a spy for the British Government who is asked to infiltrate the Russians. Inspired by the real-life story of secretary Olga Gray' 

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