The Fiddle Player
The Fiddle Player by Jeff Stickley, published by Vanguard Press in 2020, is a historical fiction novel that spans 451 pages. The story follows Alfred, a talented musician born on a wealthy estate in the Lake District, whose life takes a dramatic turn with the onset of World War II. Conscripted and captured, Alfred escapes from a prisoner of war train in Reims, leading him into a world shaped by the French Resistance and unexpected romantic encounters.
Readers will discover how Alfred’s passion for music intertwines with his experiences during the war, as he navigates challenges and relationships that alter his destiny. The narrative explores themes of romance and resilience against the backdrop of historical events, revealing how a single secret can have profound implications on one’s life. This edition is presented in English and offers a rich exploration of the intersection between personal aspirations and the tumultuous realities of war.
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Born in a cottage on a wealthy estate in the Lake District, Alfred is a gifted musician, but the outbreak of World War II forces him on to a different path. Conscripted and taken prisoner, he escapes from a prisoner of war train in Reims.
The French Resistance, romance and, of course, his beloved music, steer his life in unexpected directions, and a secret once revealed will change his life forever.
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