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Name: A midnight clear
Rating: 4 (1 reviews)
Author: William Wharton

A Midnight Clear follows the experiences of soldiers in the Ardennes during the final months of World War II, set in France. William Wharton's narrative weaves the hardships and camaraderie of wartime life into a deeply human story. The novel captures the tension of the campaign while reflecting on the moral dilemmas that confront those on the front lines.

First publish date: 1982

Genre: Historical Fiction/20th Century Historical Fiction

Authors: William Wharton

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