Tamar: A Novel of Espionage, Passion, and Betrayal - Mal Peet The operations of the S.O.E in Europe have been the stuff not just of historical studies but of films, novels, and television series. Most of these take place in occupied France for some reason. It is, therefore, wonderful to read a book that takes place in the Netherlands.Peet has done his research and the characters are brillantly flawed. While some adult readers might be able to figure out the ending, the story is compelling regardless.