John Boyne is the author of The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas, a powerful story that has resonated with readers worldwide. He writes for both adults and young adults, often exploring themes of childhood innocence and the impact of historical events.
The house of special purpose
The house of special purpose
Synopsis
Set against the backdrop of the Russian Revolution, The House of Special Purpose follows Georgy, a young man caught in the crosscurrents of an empire's collapse. As courier and messenger for the Romanov family, he is drawn into their orbit as they are moved from St. Petersburg to Yekaterinburg under increasing threat — a story that blends personal tragedy with the sweeping arc of Russia's fall.
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GeorgyProtagonist
Tsar Nicholas IISupporting
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The House of Special PurposeHardcover, Marc
432 pages
Doubleday CanadaISBN: 97803856686755 editions available
