A first-person coming-of-age novel where a young man survives a brutal war in his homeland, escapes across deserts and seas, and rebuilds life in a strange new country. Decades later, as an old man, he tells his granddaughter the story of the birds that led him through survival, hope, and exile.
Eleanor Vance is a critically acclaimed author known for her meticulously researched and emotionally resonant historical fiction. A former history professor, she left academia to pursue her passion for storytelling, believing that the most compelling narratives often lie hidden in the margins of official records. Her works are celebrated for their rich historical detail, complex female protagonists, and elegant prose.View all by Eleanor Vance
