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Bamboo Heart: A Daughter’s Quest by Ann Bennett is part of Echoes of Empire, A collection of standalone novels set in the Far East during WWII.
When Laura Ellis, a successful city lawyer, arrives home to see her dying father Tom, a mysterious stranger is watching the house. This leads her to embark on a journey to discover their connection.
To do so, she has to retrace her father’s steps; to the Bridge on the River Kwai: where as a prisoner of war of the Japanese, Tom endured disease, torture and endless days of slavery; and to the beautiful island of Penang, to uncover his secrets from the 1930s.
For Tom made himself a promise: to return home. Not to the grey streets of London, where he once lived, but to Penang, where he found paradise and love.
As Laura searches for the truths Tom refused to tell her, in the places where he once suffered, lived and loved, she will finally find out the story behind his survival, and discover her own path to love and happiness.
Bamboo Heart: A Daughter’s Quest” by Ann Bennett is a poignant tale that masterfully intertwines the harrowing realities of war with the enduring power of love and discovery. Set against the evocative backdrops of 1940s Southeast Asia and 1980s London, the novel delves deep into the complexities of human resilience and familial bonds.
Ann Bennett’s meticulous research and vivid descriptions transport readers to the heart of the settings, capturing both the beauty and brutality of the times.
“Bamboo Heart: A Daughter’s Quest” is more than just a historical fiction; it’s a testament to the enduring strength of the human spirit and the unbreakable ties of family. A must-read for those who appreciate stories that seamlessly blend history, emotion, and the quest for understanding.
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