George Smiley had settled into a quiet retirement, but the peace was soon shattered by messengers arriving from London Station. They summoned him back into the world he thought he’d left behind. Brought before Sir Oliver, Smiley learned of …

Agent Ricki Tarr related his story to the masters of espionage, a narrative that ultimately shifted Smiley’s resolve, compelling him to return to the Circus with the clandestine mission of unmasking the mole. Tarr’s account centered on The …

With Smiley back in play, his task is to discreetly gather the information and documents necessary for his inquiry. Meanwhile, Peter infiltrates the Circus archives, uncovering files that offer a strikingly different angle to the case. As P…

As Ricki Tarr’s composure fractures, George Smiley is compelled to delve into his history, seeking clarity amidst the chaos. He must re-examine not only his personal life but also his years with the Circus, particularly his dealings with Co…

Equipped with fresh insights, Smiley sought out Jim Prideaux, a former agent who had long since retired to a quiet life as a schoolteacher. In his final days, Control had confided in Prideaux, dispatching him on a clandestine mission behind…

With the information he required now in hand, Smiley began to unsettle the men, focusing on those whom Control suspected of being the traitor. He managed to remove two of them – himself and another. Then came the pause, the waiting, before …

The long wait has yielded results; the net is tightening around Karla’s agent. A deal has been struck: the agent will be exchanged for several captured English spies held by the KGB. Yet, Prideaux remains missing, and Smiley still has a sco…