A Letter From Munich A Jack Bailey Novel
A Letter From Munich A Jack Bailey Novel by Meg Lelvis is a historical fiction work published by Black Rose Writing on April 9, 2020. This edition spans 172 pages and is presented in English. The narrative intertwines two distinct voices: a jaded ex-cop named Jack Bailey and an aging German woman, Ariana, who recounts her experiences during the Third Reich. Set against the backdrop of Germany in the 1930s and Munich in 2012, the story explores themes of love, war, ethics, and redemption.
Readers will find a compelling exploration of personal and historical narratives as Jack seeks to uncover the truth behind a WWII love letter written by Ariana to his father. The journey takes him from the peaceful village of Dachau to the complexities of his family’s past, revealing connections that challenge his understanding of history and personal identity. The book delves into the impact of World War II on individual lives, presenting a saga that reflects on the intertwining of personal and collective histories.
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“…a gripping saga backed by historical precedent and individual lives alike.” -Midwest Book Review
Two distinct voices emerge: one, a jaded ex-cop, the other, an aging, but spirited German lady, telling her story of love, war, ethics, and redemption.
Germany, 1930s. In the peaceful village of Dachau, Ariana lives with her family, ordinary German citizens, during the Third Reich. Ariana and her sister, Renate, come of age amidst the growing horrors.
Munich, 2012. Hard-nosed ex-cop, Jack Bailey, is determined to locate Ariana Schröder, who wrote a WWII wartime love letter to his father decades ago. Jack and his brother think the letter may hold the key to his past drunken abusiveness.
Jack’s friend, Sherk, invites him to visit his native Munich, where Jack learns more than he bargained for, including a shocking disclosure. Back in Chicago, should he reveal family secrets and put his father to rest? From the Dachau death train to the camp’s liberation by the Americans, a tale unfolds, connecting two people in an unforgettable, ever-changing story.
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