The God of that Summer, 9781529009859
Paperback
War’s shadow falls on a family, innocence lost in wartime chaos.

The God of that Summer

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  • Paperback

    240 pages

  • Release Date

    30 October 2023

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Summary

The Innocence of Summer: A Novel of War and Loss

As the Second World War nears its end, Germany crumbles under relentless bombing. Millions flee their homes, seeking refuge in the countryside, where resources are scarce.

Twelve-year-old Luisa, her mother, and older sister Billie escape the city’s destruction, finding fragile safety on a dairy farm. But the war’s shadow looms even here. The family’s survival hinges on the favor of Luisa’s brother-in-law, an SS officer. His at…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781529009859
ISBN-10:1529009855
Author:Ralf Rothmann, Shaun Whiteside
Publisher:Pan Macmillan
Imprint:Picador
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:240
Release Date:30 October 2023
Weight:174g
Dimensions:196mm x 130mm x 16mm
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Critics Review

‘This book’s power lies in its depiction of civilians trying to lead ordinary lives during the horror of war… It is shattering stuff, but Rothmann is tender towards his characters and this book is as memorable as his last.’ * The Times *

About The Author

Ralf Rothmann

Ralf Rothmann is a German novelist, poet, and dramatist. His first novel to be translated into English, To Die in Spring, won the HWA Gold Crown for Best Historical Novel, was an international bestseller, and was translated into twenty-five languages.

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