An Officer and A Spy by Robert Harris

Paris, 1895. French Army officer Georges Picquart witnesses the wrongful conviction of Captain Alfred Dreyfus, an event that will haunt and define his life. Risking his career—and ultimately his freedom—Picquart sets out to expose a scandal that reaches the highest levels of power. Based on the real events of the Dreyfus Affair, An Officer and A Spy is a masterful historical thriller of espionage, betrayal, and honor. Robert Harris’s impeccable storytelling brings history to vivid, thrilling life in a novel that is as tense as any modern-day political thriller—and just as timely.
 
Why You'll Love It:
Taut political intrigue based on true events
Complex moral dilemmas and courageous heroism
Richly detailed historical atmosphere
 
Perfect For:
Fans of Alan Furst, Ken Follett’s Fall of Giants, and readers who love real-history thrillers.