A review by stan_sf_staniel
Who Is Vera Kelly? by Rosalie Knecht

adventurous reflective tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

Perhaps a certain interest in Cold War-era South America is needed to fully enjoy the story, but Knecht’s strong, albeit flowery, prose and cynical empathy shine regardless. ‘Who Is Vera Kelly’ is an engaging and culture-conscious classic spy novel.