{"title":"Affinity Konar","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the evocative storytelling of Affinity Konar, an acclaimed author known for weaving deeply moving narratives. Her work is characterised by its profound emotional depth and eloquent prose, capturing the hearts of readers around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her most notable works, \u003cem\u003eMischling\u003c\/em\u003e, falls within the General Fiction genre and showcases her ability to blend historical context with rich character development. Set against the harrowing backdrop of World War II, this novel delves into the resilience and enduring spirit of its characters, offering an unforgettable reading experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKonar’s writing brings a unique perspective to the historical fiction landscape, making her books a must-read for those who appreciate stories that are both poignant and enlightening. Explore our collection of Affinity Konar's works and immerse yourself in her masterful storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mischling-by-affinity-konar-9781786494030","title":"Mischling","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's 1944 when the twin sisters arrive at Auschwitz with their mother and grandfather. In their benighted new world, Pearl and Stasha Zagorski take refuge in their identical natures, comforting themselves with the private language and shared games of their childhood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs part of the experimental population of twins known as Mengele's Zoo, the girls experience privileges and horrors unknown to others, and they find themselves changed, stripped of the personalities they once shared, their identities altered by the burdens of guilt and pain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat winter, at a concert orchestrated by Mengele, Pearl disappears. Stasha grieves for her twin, but clings to the possibility that Pearl remains alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the camp is liberated by the Red Army, she and her companion Feliks - a boy bent on vengeance for his own lost twin - travel through Poland's devastation. Undeterred by injury, starvation, or the chaos around them, motivated by equal parts danger and hope, they encounter hostile villagers, Jewish resistance fighters, and fellow refugees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTheir quest is enabled by the notion that Mengele may be captured and brought to justice within the ruins of the Warsaw Zoo. As the young survivors discover what has become of the world, they must try to imagine a future within it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMischling\u003c\/em\u003e by Affinity Konar explores the tenacity of hope and courage in a world overwhelmed by darkness. This moving narrative is a testament to the power of familial bonds and the resilience of the human spirit amidst unimaginable atrocities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46531990126828,"sku":"9781786494030","price":23.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1469343482824.jpg?v=1749298861"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/affinity-konar.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}