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The Firebird
A story of love, sacrifice, courage and redemption
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Following history from Scotland, to Belgium and to St Petersburg, The FirebirdΒ is a sweeping story of love, sacrifice, courage and redemption. A journey that spans centuries and lifetimes to connect the past with the future.Β
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An epic story of love, sacrifice, courage and redemption. Historical fiction with romance, betrayal, and magic you'll never forget. A journey that spans centuries and lifetimes to connect the past with the future.
When a woman brings a small wooden carving into the art dealership, claiming it once belonged to a Russian Empress, Nicola Marterβs boss believes it is worthless. But Nicola has an unwanted, if rare, psychic gift. Holding The Firebird in her hands, she knows this woman is telling the truth.
Compelled to uncover its true history, Nicola must put her own past behind her. She contacts an old flame who can access the past in a way no one else can. Together they can find the real story of The Firebirdβ¦
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The Firebird by Susanna Kearsley has been praised for its enchanting blend of historical fiction and romance. Reviewers highlight the author's skill in weaving dual timelines that seamlessly connect the past with the present. The book's rich detail and vivid settings, combined with a compelling storyline, have captivated readers, making it a recommended read for fans of historical and romantic fiction.
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ISBN: 9781471196096
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 12 October 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Simon & Schuster Ltd
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 560
About the Author
New York Times,Β USA TODAY, andΒ Globe and MailΒ bestselling author Susanna Kearsley is a former museum curator who loves restoring the lost voices of real people to the page, often in multi-stranded stories that interweave present and past. Her award-winning novels are published in translation in more than twenty-five countries. She lives near Toronto. Susanna is Diana Gabaldon meets Barbara Erskine for a primarily female readership and fans of historical, general literary fiction, light suspense and time slip. Visit her websiteΒ SusannaKearsley.com,Β or follow her on X @SusannaKearsley or Instagram @susanna.kearsley
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