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Mick Herron's 2013 second Slough House novel and CWA Gold Dagger winner, in which the disgraced MI5 slow horses investigate a former spy's death and uncover a Cold War sleeper network.
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Dead Lions ranks #3 of 89 in the Spy Novel ranking, behind A Coffin for Dimitrios, ahead of The Tears of Autumn.
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How good is Dead Lions?
Dead Lions scores 8.10/10 (Great) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Spy Novel category.
What are the best alternatives to Dead Lions?
See our alternatives page for Dead Lions for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Slough House, Spook Street, Real Tigers.
How does Dead Lions compare to Slough House?
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