Harkaway, Nick, 1972-

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December 19, 2025

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After John le Carré's death, his son faced the 'daunting' task of reviving George Smiley

Nick Harkaway grew up hearing his dad read drafts of his George Smiley novels. He picked up le Carré's beloved spymaster character in the novel Karla's Choice. Originally broadcast Oct. 23, 2024.

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October 23, 2024

52:30

After John le Carré's death, his son had the 'daunting' task to revive George Smiley

Novelist Nick Harkaway. He's written a new novel called "Karla's Choice." It's set in the world of his father John le Carre's spy novels.

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After John le Carré's death, his son faced the 'daunting' task of reviving George Smiley

After John le Carré's death, his son had the 'daunting' task to revive George Smiley

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