David Armstrong has established himself with a keen insight into human nature, exploring the darker aspects of our lives with a refined style. His critically acclaimed works are characterized by compelling plots and a deep understanding of character motivations. Armstrong masterfully crafts an atmosphere that draws readers into a world of intrigue and psychological depth. His writing is a testament to his narrative talent and ability to create memorable literary experiences.
Set against the backdrop of World War I in the Middle East, this gripping novel weaves a tale of espionage, passion, and sacrifice, inspired by a remarkable true story. It explores profound questions of loyalty and the lengths one will go to for love and duty. With rich historical detail, it captivates readers who enjoy the works of Geraldine Brooks and Heather Morris.
Journey with one man as he confronts his deepest fears and grapples with his own mortality, ultimately learning the power of acceptance and the importance of cherishing life.
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Is he a hero or a traitor? Based on astonishing true events set in the darkest days of World War II in Budapest, this is an enthralling story of heroism, vengeance, passion, and betrayal. It is also the story of three women linked by a secret that threatens to destroy their lives. For readers of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, All That I Am and Schindler's Ark (List).An act of heroism, the taint of collaboration, a doomed love affair, and an Australian woman who travels across the world to discover the truth...It is 1944 in Budapest and the Germans have invaded. Jewish journalist Miklos Nagy risks his life and confronts the dreaded Adolf Eichmann in an attempt to save thousands of Hungarian Jews from the death camps. But no one could have foreseen the consequences...It is 2005 in Sydney, and Annika Barnett sets out on a journey that takes her to Budapest and Tel Aviv to discover the truth about the mysterious man who rescued her grandmother in 1944.By the time her odyssey is over, history has been turned on its head, past and present collide, and the secret that has poisoned the lives of three generations is finally revealed in a shocking climax that holds the key to their redemption.'Guaranteed to hook you with its powerful and emotive journey back into a turbulent history, The Collaborator is a superb and compelling novel that comes highly recommended' - Canberra Weekly
The narrative unfolds through a young lawyer's discovery of letters from World War II, unveiling a poignant tale of unrequited love, betrayal, and murder in a small southern town. As he befriends 75-year-old Emily Hodge, a reclusive spinster, he learns about her past choices that led to her ostracization. The letters offer insight into her life, revealing the deep connections and heartache that shaped her solitary existence, challenging the perceptions of love and societal rejection.
Struggling with the upheaval of moving, Charlie Hall faces the challenge of adjusting to a new town and leaving behind his familiar life. In his new neighborhood, he encounters a quirky teenage boy and an eccentric older couple residing in an antebellum house, who introduce him to unexpected adventures and friendships. As Charlie navigates this transition, he discovers the complexities of change, belonging, and the importance of connections in shaping his new reality.
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From the bestselling author of THE VOYAGE OF THEIR LIFE, WINTER JOURNEY and NOCTURNE this remarkable true story begins in the Polish city of Krakow in 1890 and spans one hundred years and four continents. God blessed Lieba and the devout Jewish patriarch Daniel Baldinger with eleven children, and this richly textured portrait follows their lives down the decades, through the terrifying years of the Holocaust, to the present time. Lives that personify the struggles and hopes of their century. MOSAIC is compelling storytelling at its best: from the fascinating detail of Polish-Jewish culture and the rivalries and dramas of family life, to its moving account of lives torn apart by war and persecution, this is an extraordinary story of a family, and of one woman's journey to reclaim her heritage.
Volume 1: The French Romance - traces the people, projects, expansion and impact of those who provided the predominant Jesuit presence. At the height of it's engagement with China, the French Government has 19 Consulates and attendant military and navy throughout China.
Few know the story of the Warsaw Ghetto and the Polish Resistance. Even fewer know the stories of the children caught in it. Nocturne is a powerful and inspiring testament to resilience and courage in the face of cruelty and betrayal.