Precipice

Set during the tumultuous summer of 1914, "Precipice" by Robert Harris explores a compelling blend of political intrigue, war, and personal relationships as London faces the brink of catastrophe. The story follows Venetia Stanley, an aristocratic young woman involved in a scandalous affair with the Prime Minister, H. H. Asquith, while a young intelligence officer uncovers a top-secret leak that threatens to change the course of history. Seamlessly combining fact and fiction, the novel offers a thrilling look into a pivotal moment in history.