Fire on the Hill
Fire on the Hill by Frank Rockland, published by Sambiase Books in 2013, is a historical fiction novel that delves into a pivotal event in Canadian history. Set against the backdrop of World War I, the narrative centers around the mysterious fire that consumed the Canadian Parliament buildings on February 3, 1916. The story follows Inspector Andrew MacNutt of the Dominion Police’s Secret Service, his wife Katherine, and Count Jaggi, who are all intertwined in the events leading up to the fire.
Readers will find a gripping tale that explores themes of espionage and sabotage, as Inspector MacNutt grapples with securing Canada’s borders against threats from German operatives. The plot thickens with Count Jaggi’s covert mission in Ottawa, where his attraction to Katherine complicates matters further. As the story unfolds, the tension escalates, culminating in tragic consequences that reveal the intricate connections between personal relationships and national security during a tumultuous time. This edition spans 356 pages and is presented in English.
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What really happened on the night of February 3, 1916, when a fire destroyed the centre block of the Canadian Parliament buildings?
Inspector Andrew MacNutt of the Dominion Police’s Secret Service, his wife Katherine, and Count Jaggi know, since they were there in the reading room when the fire started.
Ever since the war began MacNutt has been struggling to secure Canada’s borders against acts of sabotage organized by German military attachés based in New York City. The good news is that the Americans have finally ordered them back to Germany. The bad news is that Berlin has sent one of their best operatives, Count Jaggi, to replace them.
Using his cover as a Belgian Relief representative, Count Jaggi visits Ottawa, where he meets and is attracted to Katherine, who is helping him organize a local fundraiser.
Unaware that Inspector MacNutt has intercepted his secret messages and is hot on his trail, Count Jaggi takes a final trip to Ottawa to see Katherine, with tragic consequences.
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