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Book Synopsis: From the critically acclaimed author of The 25th Hour and When the Nines Roll Over and co-creator of the HBO series Game of Thrones, a captivating novel about war, courage, survival — and a remarkable friendship that ripples across a lifetime. During the Nazis’ brutal siege of Leningrad, Lev Beniov is arrested for looting and thrown into the same cell as a handsome deserter named Kolya. Instead of being executed, Lev and Kolya are given a shot at saving their own lives by complying with an outrageous directive: secure a dozen eggs for a powerful Soviet colonel to use in his daughter’s wedding cake. In a city cut off from all supplies and suffering unbelievable deprivation, Lev and Kolya embark on a hunt through the dire lawlessness of Leningrad and behind enemy lines to find the impossible. By turns insightful and funny, thrilling and terrifying, the New York Times bestseller City of Thieves is a gripping, cinematic World War II adventure and an intimate coming-of-age story with an utterly contemporary feel for how boys become men.
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Are you ready to embark on a thrilling journey through the horrors of war and the resilience of the human spirit? Introducing City of Thieves: A Novel, an unforgettable masterpiece by the acclaimed author of The 25th Hour and co-creator of Game of Thrones. Brace yourself for a captivating tale of courage, survival, and an extraordinary friendship that transcends time.
Transport yourself to the brutal siege of Leningrad during World War II, where our protagonist Lev Beniov finds himself in a dire situation. Arrested for looting, Lev is thrown into a cell with the dashing deserter named Kolya. But their fate takes an unexpected turn when they are given a chance to save their lives by embarking on an outrageous mission — they must secure a dozen eggs for a powerful Soviet colonel's daughter's wedding cake.
As the city suffers from unimaginable deprivation, Lev and Kolya set out on a daring hunt through the lawless streets of Leningrad and even venture into enemy territory. Along the way, you will be captivated by their remarkable journey, filled with heart-stopping twists and turns that will leave you on the edge of your seat.
City of Thieves seamlessly blends insight, humor, and suspense to deliver a truly cinematic experience. It has captivated readers around the world, earning its place as a New York Times bestseller. Immerse yourself in this coming-of-age story and witness the transformation of two young boys into men amidst the chaos of war.
Don't miss out on this extraordinary novel that combines history and fiction in a spellbinding way. Join Lev and Kolya as they navigate the treacherous paths of Leningrad and discover the true meaning of friendship, bravery, and sacrifice. Get your copy of City of Thieves: A Novel today and experience a thrilling adventure that will stay with you long after you turn the final page.
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