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The Liquidator, by John Gardner, published by Frederick Muller in London in 1964, is the first novel featuring his suave assassin character, Boysie Oakes, a Cold War spy thriller about a recruited killer who is actually terrified of violence and the sadistic boss, Mostyn, who uses him to eliminate security risks. This English-language book launched Gardner’s popular Boysie Oakes series, known for its dark humor and espionage themes.

Key Details:

• Author: John Gardner (1926-2007)

• Publisher: Frederick Muller, London

• Year: 1964 (First Edition)

• Language: English

• Series: First book in the Boysie Oakes series

• Genre: Spy thriller, Cold War

Synopsis:

The story follows Boysie Oakes, recruited by the cunning Mostyn of British Special Security for covert assassinations, despite Boysie’s own cowardly nature. It’s a story of dark humor and espionage where the reluctant killer is tasked with eliminating threats, but things start to unravel when he becomes involved with Mostyn’s secretary.

Significance:

The Liquidator was Gardner’s debut novel and established his signature style before he later became the official author of James Bond novels. It’s a key work for fans of classic British spy fiction.