My father's house / Joseph O'Connor.
Material type: TextSeries: Rome escape line trilogy ; [1]Publisher: New York, NY : Europa Editions, 2023Description: 355 pages : 22 cmContent type:- text
- unmediated
- volume
- 1609458354
- 9781609458355
Item type | Home library | Collection | Call number | Materials specified | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Adult Book | Main Library | Fiction | OCONNOR, JOSEPH | Available | 33111011268980 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
From best-selling author Joseph O'Connor comes a gripping and atmospheric World War II literary thriller set in occupied Rome.
A WASHINGTON POST BEST BOOK OF 2023
SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2024 WALTER SCOTT PRIZE
Inspired by the true story of Monsignor Hugh O'Flaherty, who, together with his accomplices, risked his life to smuggle thousands out of occupied Rome right under the nose of his Nazi nemesis, My Father's House is a "potent blend of excitement, suspense and intrigue" (The Washington Post).
September 1943: German forces have Rome under their control. Gestapo boss Paul Hauptmann rules over the Eternal City with vicious efficiency. Hunger is widespread. Rumors fester. The war's outcome is far from certain. Diplomats, refugees, Jews, and escaped Allied prisoners flee for protection into Vatican City, a neutral, independent state nestled in the city of Rome. A small band of unlikely friends led by a courageous Irish priest is drawn into deadly battle of wits as they attempt to aid those seeking refuge.Suspenseful and beautifully written, My Father's House tells an unforgettable story of love, faith, sacrifice, and courage.
Series information provided by FantisticFiction.
"September 1943: German forces occupy Rome. Gestapo boss Obersturmbannführer Paul Hauptmann rules with terror. Hunger is widespread. Rumors fester. The war's outcome is far from certain. Diplomats, refugees, and escaped Allied prisoners flee for protection into Vatican City, at one fifth of a square mile the world's smallest state, a neutral, independent country within Rome. A small band of unlikely friends led by a courageous Irish priest is drawn into deadly danger as they seek to help those seeking refuge."-- Amazon.
Act I The Choir -- 15 -- Act II The Solo -- 151 -- Act III The Huntsman -277 -- Coda This Is Your Life -- 327 -- About the Author -- 357