“Talent must be a fanatical mistress. She's beautiful; when you're with her, people watch you, they notice. But she bangs on your door at odd hours, and she disappears for long stretches, and she has no patience for the rest of your existence; your wife, your children, your friends. She is the most thrilling evening of your week, but some day she will leave you for good. One night, after she's been gone for years, you will see her on the arm of a younger man, and she will pretend not to recognize you.”
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, 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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