Covert War Chronicles, book #1
This page-turner historical fiction focusses on the lesser-known events and people in World War 11
March 1938, Vienna, Austria
The story brings us to Leopoldstadt Austria at the time its residents were being rounded and sent to unknown destinations. Felix Wolff’s plays a pivotal role in this story.
Known for his ruthless efficiency Karl Vogt of the Sicherheitsdienst will unknowingly lay the groundwork for one of history’s greatest atrocities.
While in Prague we follow Adela Beran, a translator, aiding the resistance…failure is a certain death but success will mean freedom….
My thoughts:
The author’s chilling words paint beautifully the treacherous game of survival in a world consumed by fear. Rich and graphic it is easy to visualize each moment. Imagine seeing cities destroyed, friends and family killed or seeing yourself in a concentration camp …. your world as you know it gone for ever. Through the eyes and voices of the characters you will feel this in “The Eagle’s Shadow”
The pacing is smooth, steady and perfectly done, everything is natural. Integrating local flavour, foreign words, streets names and food as examples adds authenticity to the account.
I love historical fiction and when it is well done as this story is you not only are captivated by it, you may even learn something new.
Excellent as always Mr. Reit keep the interesting account of past events coming.
I received this ARC from the publisher for my thoughts: this is the way I see it.
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