I am seeking reviews of my new historical fiction novel>" In the Shadows of Wa" Description: As the ashes of World War II begin to settle, a new enemy emerges from the shadows. The war may be over, but for Henri Martinon, the battle has just begun. A hero of the French Resistance, SOE/OSS, he finds himself thrust into a new conflict, a shadow war against a rising power that threatens to engulf the world.
Haunted by the ghosts of his past and the scars of battle, Henri struggles to find his place in a world forever changed by war. But a new mission calls, one that will test his courage and loyalty to the limits.
From the beaches of Normandy to the bombed-out streets of Berlin, Henri has faced danger and death with unwavering courage. But his greatest challenge lies ahead, a battle fought not with guns and grenades, but with whispers and shadows.
With the fate of Europe hanging in the balance, the Soviet Union tightens its grip on Eastern Europe, Henri and his team of spies and saboteurs race against time to uncover their secrets, disrupt their operations, and prevent a new global conflict that could extinguish the hard-won freedoms of the Western world.
As Henri navigates the treacherous world of Cold War espionage, he must confront his own inner demons, the scars of war that haunt him, and the fear that his actions could jeopardize his wife Clara and the others he loves most.
Can Clara find solace in her medical residency, aiding those who endured the horrors of the camps, or will she be drawn into the shadows alongside Henri?
Can Henri and his team prevent the world from plunging into another devastating conflict? Or will the shadows of war consume them all?
Excerpt, Interviewing a new OSS recruit: “Henri listened intently as Gennadi recounted the horrors of Stalingrad, the loss of nearly all of his comrades, the gnawing guilt of survival. "I want to see Nazis defeated," Gennadi continued, his eyes flashing with anger, "but want to be sure Soviets don't replace one tyranny with another." “Don’t misunderstand, I wish Nazis massive death, suffering, retribution for what they have done. But, I know Soviets don’t really care about own people. Care only about power, domination. “That is why Soviet Officer will do all he can to stop Soviets after war.”
The echoes of World War Two still reverberate through our world today, shaping the conflicts, alliances, and anxieties of the 21st century. From the ashes of that war, a new world order emerged, one forged in the fires of unprecedented destruction and shaped by the sacrifices of millions.
This novel delves into the heart of that tumultuous era, following a handful of individuals whose lives were indelibly shaped by the war's events. Through the eyes of our characters, we witness the war's profound impact on individual lives, as they navigate the challenges, betrayals, and triumphs of this defining period in human history.
This is a story of courage and resilience, of love and loss, of the enduring human spirit in the face of unimaginable hardship. Through their struggles and triumphs, our characters illuminate the profound impact of war on the human soul, revealing the resilience, compassion, and capacity for both great darkness and extraordinary light that reside within us all.
While the historical events depicted in this novel are meticulously researched, the characters are entirely fictional, created to illuminate the human experience within this extraordinary period of history. Richard W. Bailey Please contact me for a free review copy.
Description:
As the ashes of World War II begin to settle, a new enemy emerges from the shadows. The war may be over, but for Henri Martinon, the battle has just begun. A hero of the French Resistance, SOE/OSS, he finds himself thrust into a new conflict, a shadow war against a rising power that threatens to engulf the world.
Haunted by the ghosts of his past and the scars of battle, Henri struggles to find his place in a world forever changed by war. But a new mission calls, one that will test his courage and loyalty to the limits.
From the beaches of Normandy to the bombed-out streets of Berlin, Henri has faced danger and death with unwavering courage. But his greatest challenge lies ahead, a battle fought not with guns and grenades, but with whispers and shadows.
With the fate of Europe hanging in the balance, the Soviet Union tightens its grip on Eastern Europe, Henri and his team of spies and saboteurs race against time to uncover their secrets, disrupt their operations, and prevent a new global conflict that could extinguish the hard-won freedoms of the Western world.
As Henri navigates the treacherous world of Cold War espionage, he must confront his own inner demons, the scars of war that haunt him, and the fear that his actions could jeopardize his wife Clara and the others he loves most.
Can Clara find solace in her medical residency, aiding those who endured the horrors of the camps, or will she be drawn into the shadows alongside Henri?
Can Henri and his team prevent the world from plunging into another devastating conflict? Or will the shadows of war consume them all?
Excerpt, Interviewing a new OSS recruit:
“Henri listened intently as Gennadi recounted the horrors of Stalingrad, the loss of nearly all of his comrades, the gnawing guilt of survival. "I want to see Nazis defeated," Gennadi continued, his eyes flashing with anger, "but want to be sure Soviets don't replace one tyranny with another."
“Don’t misunderstand, I wish Nazis massive death, suffering, retribution for what they have done. But, I know Soviets don’t really care about own people. Care only about power, domination.
“That is why Soviet Officer will do all he can to stop Soviets after war.”
The echoes of World War Two still reverberate through our world today, shaping the conflicts, alliances, and anxieties of the 21st century. From the ashes of that war, a new world order emerged, one forged in the fires of unprecedented destruction and shaped by the sacrifices of millions.
This novel delves into the heart of that tumultuous era, following a handful of individuals whose lives were indelibly shaped by the war's events. Through the eyes of our characters, we witness the war's profound impact on individual lives, as they navigate the challenges, betrayals, and triumphs of this defining period in human history.
This is a story of courage and resilience, of love and loss, of the enduring human spirit in the face of unimaginable hardship. Through their struggles and triumphs, our characters illuminate the profound impact of war on the human soul, revealing the resilience, compassion, and capacity for both great darkness and extraordinary light that reside within us all.
While the historical events depicted in this novel are meticulously researched, the characters are entirely fictional, created to illuminate the human experience within this extraordinary period of history.
Richard W. Bailey
Please contact me for a free review copy.