The Tolstoy Estate by Steven Conte

Set against the backdrop of World War II, this historical novel unfolds in the Russian countryside, where a German military doctor is stationed at a commandeered estate once belonging to the legendary writer, Leo Tolstoy. As the harsh winter sets in, the doctor finds himself entangled in a complex relationship with the estate's enigmatic caretaker, a woman fiercely protective of her homeland and its cultural heritage. Amidst the chaos of war, they navigate a fragile coexistence, grappling with themes of love, loyalty, and the haunting legacy of the past, all while the shadow of impending conflict looms ever closer.