Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
288
Language
English
Published
Nov 28, 2000
Publisher
Random House UK
ISBN-10
0099415720
ISBN-13
9780099415725
Description
Guy and Harriet Pringle, a fresh couple navigating the early months of their marriage, find themselves in Bucharest as tensions rise across Europe in autumn 1939. The vibrant city, with its mix of old-world charm and modern struggles, serves as the backdrop for their journey, as they encounter a tapestry of diverse cultures and political unrest. They aim to establish a life filled with hope, yet the shadow of impending war looms over their every experience.
As they attempt to adapt to their new surroundings, the couple grapples with the complexities of love and ambition amid the turbulence of a continent on the brink. With captivating characters and an immersive setting, their story unfolds against a historical backdrop, offering a poignant reflection on the fragility of happiness in uncertain times.
As they attempt to adapt to their new surroundings, the couple grapples with the complexities of love and ambition amid the turbulence of a continent on the brink. With captivating characters and an immersive setting, their story unfolds against a historical backdrop, offering a poignant reflection on the fragility of happiness in uncertain times.
Genres
Action & Adventure
Humor
