The Figurine
The Brand New Novel from the No. 1 Sunday Times Bestselling Author of The Island
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In "The Figurine," Victoria Hislop crafts a compelling narrative centered around Helena, who inherits her grandparents' Athenian flat and unearths a trove of valuable antiquities.
This discovery plunges Helena into a world of illicit antiquities trafficking and the dark secrets of her family's past, particularly her grandfather's role in the Greek dictatorship.
The novel explores themes of historical injustice, cultural heritage, and the fight for truth.
Hislop masterfully weaves together a gripping plot with vivid descriptions of Athens, creating an immersive reading experience.
The story highlights the ethical dilemmas surrounding the ownership and preservation of historical artifacts.
This discovery plunges Helena into a world of illicit antiquities trafficking and the dark secrets of her family's past, particularly her grandfather's role in the Greek dictatorship.
The novel explores themes of historical injustice, cultural heritage, and the fight for truth.
Hislop masterfully weaves together a gripping plot with vivid descriptions of Athens, creating an immersive reading experience.
The story highlights the ethical dilemmas surrounding the ownership and preservation of historical artifacts.
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#087: Victoria Hislop — Writing Bestselling Historical Fiction, Researching History, Character Development, Evoking Sense of Place, Planning A Novel
