"Background to Danger" by Eric Ambler is a gripping espionage thriller set in pre-World War II Europe. The plot unfolds with an unwitting English journalist, Kenton, getting entangled in a web of espionage and intrigue, caught between Nazi and Soviet spies. The story is fast-moving, with unexpected allies, including the clever Soviet spies Andreas and Tamara Zaleshoff, adding layers of complexity to the narrative. Ambler's writing style is characterized by detailed historical context, low violence suspense, and a touch of humor throughout the plot, keeping the readers engaged from start to finish.
From The Publisher:
Kenton's career as a journalist depended on his facility with languages, his knowledge of European politics, and his quick judgment. Where his judgment sometimes failed him was in his personal life.
When he finds himself on a train bound for Austria with insufficient funds after a bad night of gambling, he jumps at the chance to earn a fee to help a refugee smuggle securities across the border. He soon discovers that the documents he holds have a more than monetary value, and that European politics has more twists and turns than the most convoluted newspaper account.
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