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Debra Dean
Debra Dean is the author of the historical novel The Madonnas of Leningrad and the short story collection Confessions of a Falling Woman. Her work often centers on art and memory, including
The Madonnas of Leningrad
Synopsis
Marina's memories are fading, but her past in Leningrad during the brutal siege of 1941 remains vivid. As a young guide at the Hermitage Museum, she helped protect priceless art from the encroaching German army. To cope with the terror and starvation, she committed the masterpieces to memory, creating a sanctuary in her mind that will resurface when she needs it most.
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MarinaProtagonist