In the tradition of Hemingway's masterpiece about an American warrior in a foreign war comes a powerful new novel of love and resistance in occupied Crimea. Two different wars. Two different love stories. Two different American warriors. But, the spirit of 'For Whom the Bell Tolls' lives on in this modern tale of resistance.

John Kovalenko, a former U.S. Special Forces operative, finds himself drawn back into the fray as he joins Ukraine's Foreign Legion. Tasked with a perilous mission to infiltrate occupied Crimea and dismantle a critical Russian storage facility, John quickly finds the battlefield as much about human connections as it is about strategy.

Joined by a diverse group of Crimean Tatar partisans, he navigates a perilous landscape fraught with danger and moral ambiguity. In this realm where loyalty can shift like sand, he encounters Yasmina, a fierce and determined partisan whose beauty is matched only by her unwavering commitment to her people.

As they work together to reclaim her homeland from generations of oppression, their bond deepens amidst the chaos of war. Yasmina’s story is one of resilience; as a member of the indigenous Crimean Tatar community, she carries the weight of two and a half centuries of history—marked by exile and the struggle against Russia's genocidal policies.

There are daring missions to complete, filled with heart-pounding action, from audacious prison breaks to high-stakes assaults on fortified air bases. Yet, in stolen moments, amid the chaos of war, the two lovers find solace in each other’s arms. As danger looms ever closer, John must confront not only his mission but also the emotional stakes that come with it.

Will he be able to protect Yasmina and fulfill his duty, or will the harsh realities of war tear them apart?

“A Fate Far Sweeter” invites readers into a world that reflects our own—a tapestry woven with threads of high-tech warfare and timeless human resilience. This novel promises to captivate anyone who appreciates rich character development, historical depth, and passionate romance.

⚠️ WARNING: Expect intense action sequences, heartfelt romance, and thought-provoking themes that will keep you turning pages late into the night.

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Paperback ISBN:   9798330371051

Hardcover ISBN:    9798330384365