- Paperback: 352 pages
- Publisher: Headline (6 Sep 2007)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0755333985
- ISBN-13: 978-0755333981
- Product Dimensions: 23.2 x 15.2 x 2.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 135,053 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Read the innermost thoughts of the enigmatic leader of the Spooks team, Harry Pearce, in Headline's second, fantastic book about the hit BBC television series.
Harry Pearce is the enigmatic leader of the Spooks team. Mature and wise with unrivalled experience of dealing with the most senior members of the government and the intelligence community, Harry also has a healthy regard for courage, lateral thinking and mischief-making.
Unknown to the rest of the team, it will come to light that Harry has been keeping a diary throughout his career at MI5. Whether this was eventually intended for publication or not is unclear, but it will chronicle in minute detail exactly what Harry was doing in his early career and how this lead to him heading up the Spooks team. It will also fill out the back story of what Harry thinks about the major operations that we have seen played out on the screen and what he has done to help his team behind the scenes.
With topics ranging from what mission Harry was on in Northern Ireland to how he felt when Tom left and Danny died, HARRY'S SECRET DIARY will prove to be a fascinating insight into the world of Spooks.
Harry Pearce is the enigmatic leader of the Spooks team. Mature and wise with unrivalled experience of dealing with the most senior members of the government and the intelligence community, Harry also has a healthy regard for courage, lateral thinking and mischief-making.
Unknown to the rest of the team, it will come to light that Harry has been keeping a diary throughout his career at MI5. Whether this was eventually intended for publication or not is unclear, but it will chronicle in minute detail exactly what Harry was doing in his early career and how this lead to him heading up the Spooks team. It will also fill out the back story of what Harry thinks about the major operations that we have seen played out on the screen and what he has done to help his team behind the scenes.
With topics ranging from what mission Harry was on in Northern Ireland to how he felt when Tom left and Danny died, HARRY'S SECRET DIARY will prove to be a fascinating insight into the world of Spooks.
About the Author
Since 1992, British company Kudos has amassed an impressive catalogue of television and film productions, creating original, popular, award-winning work with a keen sense of emerging talent.
Kudos has created some of televisions most popular drama series, from the current worldwide hit Spooks to Hustle and Life on Mars. With their latest film, to be directed by David Cronenberg and starring Viggo Mortensen, its film company Kudos Pictures promises to develop a rich, new source of projects to continue the companys film success and build on past successes such as Among Giants and Pure.
Kudos has created some of televisions most popular drama series, from the current worldwide hit Spooks to Hustle and Life on Mars. With their latest film, to be directed by David Cronenberg and starring Viggo Mortensen, its film company Kudos Pictures promises to develop a rich, new source of projects to continue the companys film success and build on past successes such as Among Giants and Pure.
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13 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Of all the SPOOKS books this one ,a fictional account of Harry Pearce's time in MI5, I thought would be the least interesting but I couldn't have been more wrong. It's been a long time since I've read anything so eagerly and become fully absorbed in a fictional realm. Whilst it is a work of fiction it is very much based in real world events. I'm early/mid 40's in age and the beginning of this diary coincides with when I first became properly aware of politics and current affairs. It is a tremendous trip down memory lane with many of the events I remember (Falklands War, Brighton Bombing,Diana's death) with a sprinkling of some I don't or had just forgotten.For those I do readily recall, this gives a different perspective and insight on the media accounts of the day. I finished this book with a lot more understanding, respect and admiration for a fictional but very credible and realistic character in a television programme.For me this is the best of the SPOOKS books so far and I look forward to the next one, The Contingent Event Committee due to be published next year.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
as a fan of the show, i thought this might be a small bonus to go alongside the TV series. i was right. the book is easy to read and pleasantly insightful in its attempts to flesh out the character of sir harry. written in short to medium length diary entries, the book details harry's life in the intelligence agencies from 1977 to the mid 2000s. while the book is obviously in the novel section of the library, it doesn't need to be read in one sitting but actually lends itself to periodoic, bite-sized reading sessions. i would not advise anyone unfamiliar with spooks read this book but those who love the show will surely enjoy this little top up of spy-fun.
Format:Paperback
I am a Spooks fan as I believe it to be one of the best TV programmes ever. I really enjoyed this book (as did my wife) it is great fun mixing bits from the series with fantasy. Our neighbour could not get on with it, but then he isn't as into Spooks as I am. It certainly gives you more idea of what goes on that most of us are totally unaware of. A good read in my opinion.
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Spooktastic
An intelligent, enjoyable and - at regular intervals - quite humourous read. The character of Harry Pearce is completely "brought to life" (I hate that phrase, but with regard to... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Sarah
An interesting read!
Ordered this book not quite knowing what to expect. I was definitely surprised! It is an interesting read from the perspective of "inside information" and knowing the background... Read more
Published 14 months ago by Noble Lady
behind MI5
Nice book, we go with Harry behind the scene of everyday's events.
We learn details about his personal life and family, that may explain his behaviour as head of MI5 section D... Read more
We learn details about his personal life and family, that may explain his behaviour as head of MI5 section D... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Monik.B
Very badly written piece of work; save your money
Kudos sure knows how to protect and extend a valuable franchise, NOT! This book appears to have been written by someone who has not watched the original Spooks episodes. Read more
Published on 18 Mar 2008 by Pepe Low
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