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Ghost Fire

The Courtney series continues in this bestselling novel from the master of adventure, Wilbur Smith
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Ghost Fire by Wilbur Smith and Tom Harper follows the tumultuous journey of siblings Theo and Connie Courtney, set against the backdrop of the 18th century. Separated by fate across continents, Theo gets embroiled in the brutality of war in India, while Connie navigates the dangerous intrigues of pre-Revolution France. Their stories intertwine through themes of adventure, family loyalty, and survival in unforgiving times.
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You might enjoy this gripping tale if you're drawn to historical adventures filled with intrigue and suspense. Set in the 18th century, the story follows a brother and sister navigating betrayal, danger, and colonial India. Its blend of crime and thriller elements set against a vivid historical backdrop makes it a captivating read for fans of both genres.

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Ghost Fire

The brand new Courtney Series novel.

The Sunday Times bestselling novel by Wilbur Smith (Sunday Times, September 2019). A thrilling addition to the Courtney series, Ghost Fire sits in the Birds of Prey sequence following The Tiger's Prey. The sequel, Storm Tide, is out now.

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In this brand new Courtney Series novel by bestselling author Wilbur Smith, comes an epic story of tragedy, loss, betrayal and courage that brings the reader deep into the seething heart of the French and Indian War.

1754. Inseparable since birth and growing up in India, Theo and Connie Courtney are torn apart by the tragic death of their parents.

Theo, wracked with guilt, seeks salvation in combat and conflict, joining the British in the war against the French and Indian army. Connie, believing herself abandoned by her brother, and abused and brutalised by a series of corrupt guardians, makes her way to France, where she is welcomed into high society. Here, she once again finds herself at the mercy of vicious men whose appetite for war and glory leads her to the frontlines of the French battlefield in North America.

As the siblings find their destinies converging once more, they realise that the vengeance and redemption they both desperately seek could cost them their lives...

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Ghost Fire by Wilbur Smith and Tom Harper often receives praise for its thrilling narrative and rich historical backdrop. Readers appreciate the authors' ability to weave a captivating adventure full of suspense, with well-developed characters that enliven the story. Some reviews note that the engaging plot maintains a fast pace, keeping the audience intrigued throughout.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781785769436

Publisher: Zaffre

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 August 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Zaffre

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 370g

Pages: 432

About the Author

Wilbur Smith is a worldwide phenomenon. His readership has built up over fifty-five years of writing. Born in Central Africa in 1933, Wilbur became a full-time writer in 1964 following the success of When the Lion Feeds, and has since published over forty global bestsellers, including the Courtney Series, the Ballantyne Series, the Egyptian Series, the Hector Cross Series and many successful standalone novels, all meticulously researched on his numerous expeditions worldwide. The establishment of the Wilbur & Niso Smith Foundation in 2015 cemented Wilbur's passion for empowering writers, promoting literacy and advancing adventure writing as a genre. The foundation's flagship programme is the Wilbur Smith Adventure Writing Prize.

For all the latest information on Wilbur visit www.wilbursmithbooks.com or facebook.com/WilburSmith

Tom Harper is the author of thirteen thrillers and historical adventures including The Orpheus Descent, Black River and Lost Temple. Research for his novels has taken him all over the world, from the high Arctic to the heart of the Amazon jungle. He lives with his family in York. For more information about Tom's books, visit www.tom-harper.co.uk.

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