A Good Man A Novel
A Good Man by Cynthia Holz, published by Dundurn in February 2003, is a novel that delves into the complexities of friendship and the weight of history. The narrative follows Izzy Schneider, who is driven to confront his past after the murder of his best friend, Phil Lewis. As Izzy reflects on their lifelong bond, he grapples with feelings of guilt stemming from his escape from Nazi Germany while Phil remained to fight against tyranny.
Readers will find a rich exploration of themes such as family life and the impact of war within this 288-page edition. The story intricately weaves Izzy’s struggles with his daughter’s quest for understanding, as Eva navigates the legacy of her father’s choices and a secret love affair that threatens to disrupt both families. A Good Man presents a poignant examination of loss and regret, inviting readers to consider how history shapes personal narratives.
Official synopsis Publisher
When his best friend is murdered in a fit of jealous rage, Izzy Schneider is compelled to reconstruct the relationship and exhume a hidden past that tests the authority of truth and weighs the burden of history. In A Good Man, critically acclaimed novelist Cynthia Holz examines Izzy’s complex lifelong friendship with Phil Lewis. Izzy escapes from Nazi Germany as a young man, leaving behind his family, who later perish in the Holocaust; Phil, a war hero, stays and fights with the partisans and saves hundreds of lives. For the rest of his life, Izzy suffers constant, unbearable guilt because he did not remain to fight like his friend Phil, and because his family is lost forever. Izzy’s daughter, Eva, tangled in the legacy of Phil’s good life and Izzy’s shame, struggles to understand her father and to make amends for a secret love affair that threatens to tear both families apart.
A superb story of loss and regret, A Good Man explores history distorted through the shaded lens of time.
FAQ
What is “A Good Man A Novel” about?
Who is the author of “A Good Man A Novel”?
When was “A Good Man A Novel” published?
What is the ISBN for “A Good Man A Novel”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
