City Of Thieves by David Benioff
Set during the harrowing siege of Leningrad in World War II, this novel follows the unlikely journey of two young men, Lev and Kolya, who are arrested for separate crimes and given a chance to save their lives by securing a dozen eggs for a Soviet colonel's daughter's wedding cake. Their quest takes them through the devastated city and into the path of enemy soldiers, resistance fighters, and the harsh realities of war and survival. Along the way, they form an indelible bond, discovering the value of friendship and the unpredictable nature of human kindness amidst the horrors of war.
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- Published
- 2008
- Nationality
- American
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- Pages
- 258-350
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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- City of Thieves
- Stad Der Dieven
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