In the latest instalment of Mick Herron’s internationally bestselling series, palms are itching among Jackson Lamb’s cohort of misfit spies.

A legendary former spy’s missing book, a state secret and some mischievous blackmail: which underhanded action will rock the carefully calibrated boat of Slough House? An instant Sunday Times bestseller and continuation of the adapted Apple TV+ series Slow Horses, Clown Town is a spy thriller with a witty twist and an unforgettable band of characters.    

Listen as Mick reveals details about the evolution of the Slough House thrillers and what comes next, in conversation with Michael Williams.

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In the latest instalment of Mick Herron&rsquo;s internationally bestselling series, palms are itching among Jackson Lamb&rsquo;s cohort of misfit spies. A legendary former spy&rsquo;s missing book, a&nbsp;state&nbsp;secret&nbsp;and some mischievous blackmail: which underhanded action will&nbsp;rock&nbsp;the carefully calibrated boat of Slough House? An instant&nbsp;Sunday Times&nbsp;bestseller&nbsp;and&nbsp;continuation of the&nbsp;adapted&nbsp;Apple TV+&nbsp;series&nbsp;Slow Horses,&nbsp;Clown Town&nbsp;is a spy thriller with a witty twist and an unforgettable band of&nbsp;characters.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Listen as Mick&nbsp;reveals details&nbsp;about&nbsp;the evolution of the Slough&nbsp;House thrillers and what comes next,&nbsp;in conversation with Michael Williams.
This episode was recorded live in May at the 2026 Sydney Writers&rsquo; Festival.&nbsp;If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and follow our channel.&nbsp;
Sydney Writers&rsquo; Festival podcasts are available on all major podcast platforms.
After more? Follow Sydney Writers&rsquo; Festival on social media:
Instagram: @sydwritersfest Facebook: @SydWritersFest TikTok: @sydwritersfest

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