Standing by the Wall A Slough House Interlude
Standing by the Wall A Slough House Interlude by Mick Herron is a short story published by John Murray Press on November 3, 2022. This 64-page edition is presented in English and offers a unique glimpse into the world of Slough House, the intelligence service’s home for inept spies, during the Christmas season. The narrative centers around Roddy Ho, who is tasked with doctoring a photograph for his boss, Jackson Lamb, as the team navigates the complexities of holiday cheer amidst their usual challenges.
Readers will find a blend of humor and suspense as the story unfolds in the context of espionage and crime. The characters grapple with the festive season while dealing with the realities of their roles in the secret service. Standing by the Wall captures the essence of traditional holiday gatherings, albeit with a twist that reflects the unique atmosphere of Slough House. This edition invites readers to explore the dynamics of the team as they confront both personal and professional dilemmas during a time typically associated with joy and celebration.
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*A Slough House Christmas short story from the Sunday Times number one bestseller of BAD ACTORS.*
Here in Slough House, the intelligence service’s home for inept spies, it’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas.
Roddy Ho is used to being the one the slow horses turn to when they need miracles performed, and he’s always been Jackson Lamb’s Number Two. So when Lamb has a photograph that needs doctoring, it’s Ho he entrusts with the task. Christmas is a time for memories, but Lamb doesn’t do memories – or so he says. But what is it about the photo that makes him want to alter it? How would the slow horses cope if Roddy Ho didn’t exist? And most importantly of all, are the team having Christmas drinks, and if so, where?
Standing by the Wall offers a glimpse into the kind of seasonal merriment you might expect at Slough House, where the boss generally marks the festive season with an increase in hostilities. But then, this is the secret service, not Secret Santa. And the slow horses aren’t here to enjoy themselves.
Roddy Roddy Roddy? Ho Ho Ho!
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