Gabriel Dax Trilogy 3 Books Collection Set by William Boyd - Fiction - Paperback

Titles in This Set
Gabriel's Moon
The Predicament
Cold Sunset

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Viking Penguin

Overview
Step into the shadowy world of Cold War espionage with the complete Gabriel Dax Trilogy by acclaimed British novelist William Boyd. This brand new three-book paperback set follows reluctant spy and travel writer Gabriel Dax across Gabriel's Moon, The Predicament, and Cold Sunset, a Sunday Times bestselling series praised for its vivid 1960s settings and page-turning tension. Perfect for fans of John le Carre and historical espionage fiction, this collection delivers memory, identity, and betrayal against a backdrop of real Cold War history. A must-have addition to any thriller lover's shelf, gift set, or holiday reading list.

About the Books
The Gabriel Dax Trilogy traces the unlikely double life of Gabriel Dax, a travel writer who becomes entangled in international espionage during the early 1960s. It opens with Gabriel's Moon, in which Gabriel's chance encounter with a mysterious diplomat pulls him into a web of secrets tied to his own family history, forcing him to confront buried truths about his past while MI6 recognizes his usefulness as an unwitting asset. The Predicament finds Gabriel further entrenched in his double life, drawn deeper into the orbit of his handler, Faith Green, as world events collide with personal ambition and the razor's edge between loyalty and self-preservation grows sharper. The trilogy concludes with Cold Sunset, set in 1964, as Gabriel is dispatched to California to investigate a former Bletchley Park codebreaker suspected of passing secrets to the Russians, before a new assignment sends him into the volatile political turmoil of a Guatemalan election under the shadow of the CIA. Across all three novels, William Boyd blends real historical figures and events with invented characters, exploring themes of memory, identity, and betrayal with the same literary craftsmanship that has defined his career. Each book stands on its own as a satisfying spy story, yet together they form a complete arc for Gabriel Dax, a reluctant hero who never quite escapes the pull of secrecy. Readers who enjoy atmospheric Cold War settings, morally complex characters, and elegant prose will find this trilogy a rewarding, immersive read from beginning to end.

Key Benefits

• Complete three-book paperback trilogy featuring reluctant spy Gabriel Dax
• From William Boyd, a Sunday Times bestselling author of nineteen acclaimed novels
• Vivid, historically grounded Cold War settings spanning the early 1960s
• Perfect gift for espionage, historical fiction, and literary thriller readers
• Each novel stands alone yet builds toward a satisfying trilogy arc
• Ideal for holiday gifting, birthdays, or a dedicated thriller reading list

Book-by-Book Guide
Gabriel's Moon — Travel writer Gabriel Dax is drawn into Cold War espionage after a chance encounter uncovers unsettling truths about his own family's past.
The Predicament — Gabriel is pulled deeper into his double life as MI6 handler Faith Green sends him further into a world of shifting loyalties and rising danger.
Cold Sunset — Opening in 1964, Gabriel investigates a suspected Cold War traitor in California before a mission to Guatemala entangles him in political turmoil and CIA intrigue.

About the Author
William Boyd is a celebrated British novelist and screenwriter, author of nineteen novels including A Good Man in Africa, Any Human Heart, and Restless, winner of the Costa Novel of the Year Award. Known for blending meticulous historical detail with compelling, character-driven storytelling, Boyd has earned a devoted international readership and numerous literary honors throughout his career. The Gabriel Dax Trilogy showcases his enduring talent for atmospheric Cold War espionage fiction, following his acclaimed 2022 novel The Romantic. Boyd's work has been translated into more than thirty languages and adapted for film and television.

Why You'll Love This Collection
A gripping gift for spy fiction fans, history buffs, or anyone building a summer reading stack, this complete paperback trilogy pairs perfectly with a birthday, Father's Day, or holiday gift list. Immerse yourself in three atmospheric Cold War thrillers from a Sunday Times bestselling author, delivering suspense, intrigue, and unforgettable storytelling from start to finish.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.