Anticipated Title: A Light in the Ruins by Chris Bohjalian
Part thriller, part interpersonal drama, this novel is deeply rooted in the historical context of post-WWII Italy. Interspersed with detailed descriptions of a devastated Italy, Bohjalian weaves a complex story of love, hatred, grief, and guilt that is as emotionally wrenching as it is historically accurate.
Read alikes:
The Sandcastle Girls by Bohjalian--Another sweeping story that has wonderful historical details and emotional resonance.
Little Bird of Heaven by Joyce Carol Oates--Historical fiction that blends thriller elements (murder) with complex characters who have intense emotional connections with one another.
In the Garden of Beasts by Erik Larson--For those who want another story about people (and their relationships) on the wrong side of WWII, and it's true! Also includes a doomed love story with a German officer.
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