57 pages • 1 hour read
Mick HerronDead Lions
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Dead Lions, part of the Slough House series by Mick Herron, a group of intelligence agents in London investigates the suspicious death of a former spy. The agents, considered outcasts in the intelligence community, uncover a complex web involving Cold War secrets while navigating personal challenges and professional obstacles in their pursuit of the truth.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Dead Lions by Mick Herron is praised for its sharp wit, intricate plotting, and dark humor. Readers appreciate the well-developed, flawed characters and the novel’s ability to blend espionage with satire. Some critics note pacing issues and complex, twisting narratives that may perplex new readers. Overall, it’s a compelling read for spy fiction enthusiasts.
Who Should Read Dead Lions?
Readers who enjoy Dead Lions by Mick Herron likely appreciate witty, character-driven espionage thrillers. Fans of John le Carré's Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy or Daniel Silva's The Kill Artist will appreciate its intricate plots, dark humor, and exploration of flawed intelligence operatives.