Child 44 by Tom Rob Smith
In Stalin's Soviet Union, a disgraced military officer investigates a series of child murders.
Summary
Child 44 is a thriller novel by British author Tom Rob Smith. Set in the Soviet Union in 1953, the novel follows the story of disgraced military officer Leo Demidov, who is tasked with investigating a series of child murders. As he delves deeper into the case, he discovers a conspiracy that reaches to the highest levels of the Soviet government.
Interpretation
Child 44 is a gripping thriller that explores the themes of justice, morality, and the power of truth in a totalitarian state. It is a story of courage and resilience in the face of overwhelming odds, and a testament to the power of the human spirit.
Who is this book for?
Child 44 is suitable for adults and older teens who enjoy suspenseful thrillers.
Keywords
Thriller, Soviet Union, Conspiracy, Justice, Morality