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Hearts of Stone

A gripping historical thriller of World War II and the Greek resistance
By Simon Scarrow
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Hearts of Stone by Simon Scarrow is a gripping historical fiction novel that unfolds on the Greek island of Lefkas during World War II. The story follows a group of close friends caught in the turmoil of conflict and the ensuing moral dilemmas. It weaves themes of courage, loyalty, and the impact of war on individuals and their relationships.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by stories of courage and resilience set against the backdrop of World War II. This gripping historical novel explores the intertwining lives of diverse characters caught in the turmoil of war, blending action with rich historical detail. If you're a fan of well-researched narratives and emotional depth, this could be a perfect choice for you.

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Hearts of Stone

From the Sunday Times bestselling author comes a stunning Second World War thriller set in Greece. 'What an amazing roller-coaster of a ride . . . A cracking historical thriller' MANDA SCOTT

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The fierce courage of the men and women of the Greek Resistance is brought to vivid life in Sunday Times bestseller Simon Scarrow's powerful novel of World War II. 'Gripping... [a] moving narrative of friendships broken by war and betrayal' Sunday Times

1938. A perfect summer on the Greek island of Lefkas for three young people untroubled by the simmering politics of Europe. Peter, visiting from Germany while his father leads an archaeological dig, has become close friends with locals Andreas and Eleni. As the world slides towards conflict and Peter is forced to leave, they swear to meet again.

1943. Andreas and Eleni have joined the partisan forces resisting the German invasion. Peter has returned—now a dangerously well-informed enemy intelligence officer. A friendship formed in peace will turn into a desperate battle between enemies sworn to sacrifice everything for the countries that they love...

'Simon Scarrow has done it again: another barnstorming book that speaks not only of the horror of war, but the ultimate heroism and self-sacrifice of those caught up in it. The glory of Simon's books is that they can be read on so many levels: yes, they are thrilling in its truest sense, there are characters we care about deeply and they are under constant threat. But alongside this are the vignettes of a life clearly viewed, the threads of sharp social observation that set his historical thrillers apart from the greater mass.' Manda Scott

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The book receives acclaim for its gripping and moving narrative, exploring the deep impacts of war and betrayal on friendships. Described as a fantastic roller-coaster, it's praised for being startlingly good and utterly readable, with action-packed storytelling. It is noted as a compelling page-turner with sturdy elegance and incisive wit, set against the backdrop of Greek resistance during the Second World War. Simon Scarrow's vivid writing captures the drama and intensity of 20th-century warfare.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780755380244

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 June 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Headline Book Publishing

Illustration: Maps

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 34.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 366g

Pages: 512

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About the Author

Simon Scarrow is a Sunday Times No. 1 bestselling author. He has a great passion for history, and has brought a number of different eras vividly to life in his acclaimed and much-loved fiction, from the days of the Roman Empire in CENTURION and BROTHERS IN BLOOD, to the times of the Duke of Wellington and Napoleon Bonaparte in the quartet including YOUNG BLOODS and FIRE AND SWORD, to the Siege of Malta in the sixteenth century with SWORD & SCIMITAR. His portrayal of an idyllic world torn apart by war in HEARTS OF STONE is powerful, authentic and unforgettable, and shows one of our finest authors of historical fiction at the height of his powers.

Find Simon on Facebook at facebook.com/officialsimonscarrow, and on Twitter at @SimonScarrow

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