The Knives
The Knives by Richard Kelly, published by Faber & Faber, Limited in 2016, is a literary work that delves into the complexities of political life and personal struggle. This edition spans 475 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows David Blaylock, the Home Secretary, as he navigates the challenges of controlling Britain’s borders and overseeing the police force while grappling with the pressures of domestic terror threats and the gossip surrounding his temperament.
Readers will find a portrayal of Blaylock as a solitary figure burdened by his past as an ex-soldier, facing both external dangers and internal conflicts. The story unfolds against the backdrop of city life, highlighting the tension between public duty and personal turmoil. As the autumn progresses, the threats Blaylock faces become increasingly personal, raising questions about trust and the weight of responsibility in a high-stakes environment.
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‘The knives are out for you, always. But that is the mission you accepted, David. So you have to face the knives, with fortitude. Just as we ask of the great British public…’
As Home Secretary in Her Majesty’s Government, David Blaylock’s daily work involves the control of Britain’s borders, the oversight of her police force, and the struggle against domestic terror threats. Some say the job is impossible; Blaylock insists he is tough enough. But around Westminster the gossip-mongers say his fiery temper is a liability.
An ex-soldier from a modest background, Blaylock has a life-story that the public respects. Privately, though, he carries pain and remorse – over some grievous things he saw in the army, and his estrangement from an ex-wife and three children for whom he still cares. A solitary figure in a high-pressure world, with no place to call home, Blaylock is never sure whom he can trust or whether his decisions are the right ones. Constantly in his mind is the danger of an attack on Britain’s streets. But over the course of one fraught autumn Blaylock finds that danger moving menacingly closer to his own person.
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