{"title":"Péter Gárdos","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Péter Gárdos, a distinguished Hungarian author known for his poignant storytelling and deep exploration of human emotions. Gárdos, originally a film director, transitioned into literature and captured the hearts of readers with his compelling narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his most acclaimed works, \u003cem\u003eFever at Dawn\u003c\/em\u003e, is a testament to his unique storytelling ability. This novel, which draws inspiration from his own family history, is a heartwarming and deeply personal tale set in the aftermath of World War II. The story unfolds through a series of heartfelt letters between two Holocaust survivors, weaving themes of love, hope, and resilience against the backdrop of a war-torn world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGárdos's talent lies in his ability to blend historical context with intricate character development, providing readers with a profound understanding of his characters' inner worlds. His works often delve into themes of redemption and the enduring strength of the human spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Péter Gárdos's collection to embark on a journey filled with emotional depth and historical insight. Whether you're a fan of general fiction or stories rich with historical detail, Gárdos's books promise to leave a lasting impression.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fever-at-dawn-by-peter-gardos-9781925498479","title":"Fever at Dawn","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn July 1945, Miklos, a Hungarian survivor of Belsen, arrives in a refugee camp in Sweden. He is skin and bone and has no teeth. The doctor says he has only months to live. But Miklos has other plans. He acquires a list of 117 young Hungarian women who are also in refugee camps in Sweden, and he writes a letter to each of them—obsessively, in his beautiful hand, sitting in the shade of a tree in the hospital garden. One of those young women, he is sure, will become his wife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a camp hundreds of kilometres away, Lili reads his letter. Idly, she decides to write back. Letter by letter, the pair fall in love. In December 1945, they find a way to meet. They have only three days together, and they fall in love all over again. Now they have to work out how to get married while there is still time...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis story really happened. \u003cem\u003eFever at Dawn\u003c\/em\u003e is a love story for the ages. Based on the letters of the author's parents, it's a sad and joyous tale that will stay with you long after its happy ending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46530436169964,"sku":"9781925498479","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/15310123482873.jpg?v=1749257467"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/peter-gardos.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}