Leningrad: The People’s Hero
“Rachel R. Heil is to be soundly congratulated on the achievement of bringing into being this tragedy [Siege of Leningrad] on such a vast Tolstoyan scale and, equally, the skill and precision she displays of a fine craftsperson and miniaturist.” The Historical Fiction Company
January 14, 2022
Book 3 in the Leningrad Series
As the war on the Eastern Front turns in the favor of the Soviets, Leningrad remains locked in a fight for survival.
Having survived the brutal winter with only half of her family intact, Tatiana Ivankova focuses on surviving the war without losing anyone else, including Heinrich Nottebohm. The goal is a seemingly impossible one. As the Soviet government tightens its grip on Tatiana and her people, she is forced into a scheme that threatens Heinrich’s life and her own if she refuses to comply, forcing her to make a difficult decision that may have far-reaching consequences.
Heinrich Nottebohm faces dangers of his own, coming from inside his company. His adjutant, Walter Schneider, has become his enemy, and Heinrich finds himself with few supporters. As his enemies plot against him, Heinrich does everything he can to survive, making him a bigger target for the Soviets. He vows to do anything to protect Tatiana, even if it means making a choice that will tear them apart.
In this final installment, Leningrad: The People’s Hero portrays Leningrad at a turning point. Will the sacrifices made by her people be done in vain? Or will it signal a new beginning?
