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In this historic fiction novel by David Turton, the narrative intertwines two timelines. In 2022, Richard, a British tourist in Berlin with his husband, experiences a psychic episode that compels him to visit Sachsenhausen concentration camp. As he succumbs to a seizure, he is transported to 1935, where Johan, an ambitious orphan, embarks on a new career in Berlin as a trainee with the Schutzstaffel (SS). Johan is determined to succeed, but his best friend and adopted brother, Garland, a gifted ballet dancer, follows him to the city. Garland begins to experience terrifying psychic visions that forewarn of impending evil. The story unfolds as a gripping supernatural tale filled with love, hate, pride, shame, hope, and horror, culminating in a harrowing finale set against the backdrop of Nazi Germany. Turton's work is described as haunting and compelling, evoking a spectrum of emotions that resonate deeply with readers. It serves as a poignant reminder of the human condition, encouraging reflection on the past and the importance of remembrance. This beautifully dark historical narrative promises to leave a lasting impact, urging readers to never forget.
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The Psychic of Sachsenhausen, David Turton
- Lingua
- Pubblicato
- 2022
- Rilegatura
- (In brossura)
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- Titolo
- The Psychic of Sachsenhausen
- Lingua
- Inglese
- Autori
- David Turton
- Editore
- TAPIR EDUC PR
- Pubblicato
- 2022
- Formato
- In brossura
- Pagine
- 454
- ISBN13
- 9798986300344
- Serie
- Categoria
- Valutazione
- 4 su 5
- Descrizione
- In this historic fiction novel by David Turton, the narrative intertwines two timelines. In 2022, Richard, a British tourist in Berlin with his husband, experiences a psychic episode that compels him to visit Sachsenhausen concentration camp. As he succumbs to a seizure, he is transported to 1935, where Johan, an ambitious orphan, embarks on a new career in Berlin as a trainee with the Schutzstaffel (SS). Johan is determined to succeed, but his best friend and adopted brother, Garland, a gifted ballet dancer, follows him to the city. Garland begins to experience terrifying psychic visions that forewarn of impending evil. The story unfolds as a gripping supernatural tale filled with love, hate, pride, shame, hope, and horror, culminating in a harrowing finale set against the backdrop of Nazi Germany. Turton's work is described as haunting and compelling, evoking a spectrum of emotions that resonate deeply with readers. It serves as a poignant reminder of the human condition, encouraging reflection on the past and the importance of remembrance. This beautifully dark historical narrative promises to leave a lasting impact, urging readers to never forget.