A Line in the Sand
A Novel
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Edoardo Ballerini
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A Line in the Sand captures the essence of the Middle East with a richly detailed historical fiction of two lifelong friends - Magnus and Finn - thrown into a sleuthing adventure where mysteries of the Middle East and its people are gradually revealed. Following the trail of clues left by one TE Lawrence - Lawrence of Arabia - the Gentlemen ramble from Europe to the Levant to Arabia as their quest gains momentum, the situation on the ground unwinds, and history repeats itself.
Aided by a discarded artifact and two younger proteges- one Jew, one Arab- the Gentlemen experience a rich tapestry of the Middle East rarely experienced by westerners- locations, customs, food, languages, behaviors, historical perspective. As the treasure is revealed, the listener gains a greater understanding of the meaning of their adventure, and why it must be shared.
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An exciting adventure!
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The characters are another highlight of this novel. Magnus and Finn are well-developed, with a deep and genuine friendship that adds emotional depth to their adventure. Their dynamic is further enriched by the addition of two younger proteges—one Jewish, one Arab—whose perspectives and backgrounds add layers of complexity and authenticity to the story. The interactions between these characters are beautifully written, showcasing the potential for unity and cooperation despite cultural differences.
A Captivating Journey Through History and Friendsh
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As someone who has read about Lawrence, I recognised a great deal of the historical parts. The friends are from the three Abrahamic religions - Jewish, Christian and Muslim - yet despite this they share common ground. The information throughout is informative, however, what stands out above anything else is that despite our religious beliefs, we have much more that unites us than divides us. Even though I'm an Atheist, I still understood the overriding message in this book. Well narrated and easy to listen to, I would recommend it to anyone interested in the history of the Middle East, Lawrence or how the three great religions of the world, despite originating from the same source have managed to inflict horrendous atrocities around the world for centuries.
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