Lea Carpenter’s latest spy novel, “Ilium,” presents us with a young and restless unnamed narrator who is eager to break free from the monotonous routine of her everyday life and take more risks. Little does she know that her lack of experience, untested nature, and ordinary background are precisely what the spies she will soon work for are looking for.
As a journalist, I find myself drawn to stories that challenge our perceptions and push us to think differently. That’s why I’m excited to share with you my recent conversation with Lea Carpenter on Big Books and Bold Ideas. In this episode, Carpenter joins spy novel enthusiast Kerri Miller to discuss how her own family history influenced her fascination with America’s intelligence agencies, the effectiveness of women as spies, and the ways in which family life can both complicate and clarify one’s work in the field.
Carpenter’s new novel is a thrilling tale of espionage that will keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end. If you’re a fan of spy novels or just looking for a good read, be sure to check out “Ilium” now. And if you want more insight into Carpenter’s writing process and inspiration, be sure to tune in to Big Books and Bold Ideas this week.
