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Only When I Larf

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Only When I Larf is a 1968 suspense novel by Len Deighton. Unlike his earlier, more famous spy thrillers like The Ipcress File, this work shifts focus from espionage to the world of confidence tricksters. The novel was adapted into a film of the same name. Deighton, known for his crisp prose and mastery of plot, explored various genres throughout his career, including historical accounts of World War II and explorations of the Hollywood film industry.12

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