Arrested Song
Arrested Song by Irena Karafilly is a historical fiction novel published by Legend Press in 2023. This 416-page book is written in English and presents a vivid tapestry of Greek island life during World War II. The narrative follows Calliope, a young schoolmistress in the village of Molyvos, as she navigates the complexities of her role when Hitler’s army invades Greece in 1941. Recruited by the Germans as a liaison officer, Calliope’s duties lead her to a complicated relationship with Lieutenant Lorenz Umbreit, the Wehrmacht commander, set against a backdrop of fear and suspicion.
Readers will find a rich exploration of themes such as love, bravery, and resistance as the story unfolds over three decades. Calliope’s journey reflects her lifelong struggle against tyranny while balancing her personal connections and political realities. The novel delves into the intersection of private lives and historical events, offering insights into the experiences of women during this tumultuous period. Arrested Song captures the essence of a woman’s resilience amid the challenges of war and societal expectations.
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Winner of The Paragraphe Hugh MacLennan Prize for Fiction.
“Arrested Song is a haunting, sumptuous novel, weaving the private and the historic into a vivid tapestry of Greek island life.” — The Quebec Writers Association
‘A very accomplished novel’ Louis de Bernieres, author, Captain Corelli’s Mandolin
‘Hard to put this book down’ Sofka Zinovieff
‘An epic, page turning story, of longing and bravery… a must read’ Nadia Marks
Calliope is a young schoolmistress in the village of Molyvos when Hitler’s army invades Greece in 1941. Recruited by the Germans to act as their liaison officer, Calliope’s wartime duties bring her into close contact with Lieutenant Lorenz Umbreit, the Wehrmacht commander. In a fishing village seething with dread and suspicion, their intimacy begins to blossom. But as an active member of the Greek Resistance, how long can their relationship last?
Spanning over three decades, it chronicles the story of an extraordinary woman and her lifelong struggle against tyranny.
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