HHhH

In Laurent Binet's compelling debut novel, HHhH, the story centers on Reinhard Heydrich, the notorious figure known as the "Butcher of Prague," and the audacious efforts of two men—Jozef Gabcik and Jan Kubiš—who were recruited by the British secret service to assassinate him. Following their journey from Nazi-occupied Czechoslovakia to England and through their perilous mission in Prague, the narrative intertwines historical fact with imaginative storytelling. Recognized for its thrilling pace and deep exploration of history and writing, this award-winning novel offers a gripping account of bravery and the complexities of remembrance during the Second World War.