Description
Immerse yourself in a gripping historical thriller set in German-occupied Paris during August 1944. This captivating tale follows Auguste Duchene, a former schoolteacher turned reluctant investigator, who possesses a unique skill: locating missing people. When the French Resistance approaches him to find a missing priest and a cache of stolen weapons, Duchene is thrust into a perilous predicament. His refusal to help isn’t an option, as he's soon blackmailed by a ruthless Nazi to find a soldier suspected of desertion. With deadly consequences looming over him and his beloved daughter Marienne's life hanging in the balance, Duchene races against time. In just 48 hours, he must navigate the dark underbelly of occupied Paris to locate both the missing priest and soldier, or risk losing everything. This spellbinding saga is filled with suspense, moral dilemmas, and the courage of the human spirit in the face of immense danger. Perfect for fans of historical fiction, World War II novels, and tense thrillers. Experience the tension and thrill that will keep you reading late into the night, and discover why this vivid narrative has captivated readers everywhere.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760688035
Year: 2023
Publisher: Bonnier Echo
Description:
He'll do anything to save her ... even work for the enemy.
August, 1944. In German-occupied Paris, former schoolteacher Auguste Duchene has stumbled upon an unusual way to survive: he finds missing people. When he's approached by the French Resistance to locate a missing priest - and a cache of stolen weapons - Duchene initially refuses. But the Resistance offer him no choice. Within hours, he's also blackmailed by a powerful Nazi into searching for a German soldier who's suspected of deserting.
To fail at either task will have deadly consequences for Duchene - and for his daughter Marienne.
So begins a frantic race against time. As forces close in on Paris, Duchene has only 48 hours to locate the missing priest and soldier, or lose the only person he loves ...
'A vivid and captivating read ... I was hooked from the very first page!' -Heather Morris, international bestselling author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760688035
Year: 2023
Publisher: Bonnier Echo
Description:
He'll do anything to save her ... even work for the enemy.
August, 1944. In German-occupied Paris, former schoolteacher Auguste Duchene has stumbled upon an unusual way to survive: he finds missing people. When he's approached by the French Resistance to locate a missing priest - and a cache of stolen weapons - Duchene initially refuses. But the Resistance offer him no choice. Within hours, he's also blackmailed by a powerful Nazi into searching for a German soldier who's suspected of deserting.
To fail at either task will have deadly consequences for Duchene - and for his daughter Marienne.
So begins a frantic race against time. As forces close in on Paris, Duchene has only 48 hours to locate the missing priest and soldier, or lose the only person he loves ...
'A vivid and captivating read ... I was hooked from the very first page!' -Heather Morris, international bestselling author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz