In a richly inspired debut reminiscent of "Snow Falling on Cedars" and "The English Patient," this stirring novel, set against a magnificent Alaskan backdrop, reveals one of the most closely guarded secrets of World War II in a tale that is both a heart-quickening mystery and a unique love story.
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In a richly inspired debut reminiscent of "Snow Falling on Cedars" and "The English Patient," this stirring novel, set against a magnificent Alaskan backdrop, reveals one of the most closely guarded secrets of World War II in a tale that is both a heart-quickening mystery and a unique love story.
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Good. A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. All pages are solid. the cover is intact, but may show scuffs or light creases, as well as a possible rolled corner. The spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting, The former owner may have written their name inside the front or back cover. COVER WILL VARY.
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The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact (including the dust cover, if applicable). Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.
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Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains.
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Very Good. Size: 5x0x8; Ships quickly. Mild shelf/reading wear. CUTS ON PAPER EDGE. STAIN ON DEDICATION PAGE. Orphans Treasure Box sells books to raise money for orphans and vulnerable kids.
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The Cloud Atlas by Liam Callanan
is written in a style comparable to Charles Dickens with Chaucer editing over his shoulder.
Nowhere as yet, have I a found a World War II
soldier. As an avid reader, I found this book
difficult to digest. It opens in eighteenth
century New Zealand.
Although it would appear to be clever of the writer to speak in the vernacular of the local and time frame, it makes the story more of a linguistic puzzle than an entertaining tale.