Rogue Male

Storming the Heights of Intrigue

In the tense and tumultuous world of Rogue Male, Geoffrey Household masterfully transports readers into the heart of a clandestine wartime cat-and-mouse pursuit. Originally published by Penguin in 1981, this edition gleams with the grit and determination of a man hunted for a single, explosive act of defiance. The narrative crackles with razor-sharp prose, as our nameless protagonist—an intrepid sportsman turned reluctant assassin—finds himself at the center of an international scandal. Readers will be swept away by Household’s deft pacing, from the nerve-shredding moment he takes the impossible shot, to the desperate scramble across rugged moorland and shadow-drenched European villages.

Through Shifting Alliances and Hidden Shadows

Each page pulses with the danger of discovery: a German agent’s haunting silhouette in a fog-enshrouded forest, the betrayal of a trusted ally, and the ever-lurking threat of capture. Household’s razor-keen observations bring the setting to vivid life—the chill of a midnight breeze over Dartmoor, the clatter of distant footsteps in a half-lit alley, the pounding of a heart racing against time. The tension escalates with every footstep the rogue male takes, as he is forced to rely on instinct, courage, and an uncanny capacity for subterfuge. Fans of vintage espionage thrillers will recognize the novel’s enduring legacy as a blueprint for the genre’s most compelling heroes.

The Art of Survival and Ultimate Redemption

More than just a tale of pursuit, Rogue Male is a thrilling exploration of morality under fire, questioning the true cost of vengeance and the resilience of the human spirit. Geoffrey Household weaves philosophy into danger, challenging us to consider what lengths one man will go to when justice lies in his own hands. This Penguin edition’s crisp design and evocative cover art underscore the timeless appeal of a story that continues to captivate new generations of readers.

. Author’s description: Geoffrey Household (1900–1988) was a renowned British novelist whose work in adventure and suspense fiction garnered critical acclaim and a devoted readership. His precise storytelling and atmospheric settings have secured his reputation as a master of the thriller genre.