"Lies of Silence" is a novel by Northern Irish-Canadian author Brian Moore. The story takes place in Belfast during the Troubles, a period of political violence and sectarian conflict in Northern Ireland. The protagonist, Michael Dillon, is a hotel manager who finds himself caught up in the middle of a terrorist plot. The IRA kidnaps Dillon and his wife, threatening to kill them if he doesn't deliver a bomb to the hotel where a British official is scheduled to stay. As Dillon struggles to navigate the moral dilemmas and dangers of the situation, he must also confront his own past and his troubled marriage. The novel explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the consequences of political violence. Moore's writing style is known for its psychological depth and realism. "Lies of Silence" has been praised for its powerful storytelling and its unflinching portrayal of the human cost of the Troubles. The novel is a gripping and thought-provoking read that offers a nuanced perspective on a complex and fraught period of history.
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