A Spy in the Blood
A Spy in the Blood is a 2026 novel by Paul Warner.
| Author | Paul Warner |
|---|---|
| Genre | Spy Fiction |
| Publication date | January 29, 2026 |
| ISBN | 978-1-785-12994-0 |
It will be the first book in a series.[1]
Plot
The plot stars a retired MI6 spy named Mark Wolfe, as he is called back to find his daughter in Afghanistan after she goes missing during a mission.
Reception
Financial Times called it an "impressive launch."[2] The Times, in a review of it and other thriller books, said "Paul Warner's impressive debut wins the reader's trust with its nuanced depiction of character, brisk handling of the action and sure grasp of the cost to spies of a life of deception and betrayal."[3]
Television adaptation
In June 2026, a television adaptation of the novel was announced by Netflix, with A24 co-producing the series. Millie Bobby Brown and David Harbour lead the series as Rebecca and Matt Wolfe respectively, with Jack Thorne serving as writer and executive producer.[4]
References
- ↑ "An analogue spy in a modern, digital world..." SussexWorld. 2026-04-02. Retrieved 2026-06-26.
- ↑ "Haunted spooks and cryptic mysteries — the best new thrillers". www.ft.com. Archived from the original on 2026-02-05. Retrieved 2026-06-26.
- ↑ Owen, John Dugdale | James. "9 thrillers to read this January — from a rogue MI6 spy to a Scandi chiller". www.thetimes.com. Retrieved 2026-06-26.
- ↑ Andreeva, Nellie (2026-06-26). "Millie Bobby Brown, David Harbour To Star In 'Spy In the Blood' Series". Deadline. Retrieved 2026-06-26.