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“I've always envied people who sleep easily. Their brains must be cleaner, the floorboards of the skull well swept, all the little monsters closed up in a steamer trunk at the foot of the bed.”

Quote by David Benioff

Work

City of Thieves: A Novel

In this compelling novel, the reader is transported to the war-torn city of Leningrad, where a young man, Lev, is tasked with a seemingly impossible mission. Amidst the backdrop of the Soviet Union's struggle against Nazi Germany, Lev's journey becomes a tale of survival, love, and the enduring human spirit. The novel delves into the harsh realities of war, the resilience of the human spirit, and the complexities of friendship and loyalty. more

Author

David Benioff
David Benioff

David Benioff, born on September 25, 1970, is a renowned novelist and screenwriter from the United States. His works are known for their deep emotional resonance and rich imagination, with notable achievements including the novels 'A Song of Ice and Fire' and the television adaptation 'Game of Thrones'. more

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