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Broken Objects

By: Paul Michael Peters
Narrated by: Virtual Voice
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Publisher's summary

The world breaks everyone and afterward many are strong at the broken places."
― Ernest Hemingway, A Farewell to Arms

Discover the resilience of the human spirit in 'Broken Objects' by Paul Michael Peters, a captivating historical fiction novel set against the backdrop of Civil War-era America. Follow the journey of Linnea Karlsson, a young immigrant from Sweden thrust into the harsh realities of 19th-century Detroit. From her humble beginnings on a farm to grueling work in a textile mill, Linnea faces unimaginable hardships, yet emerges as a symbol of strength and determination.

Paul Michael Peters skillfully weaves a tapestry of emotion, drawing readers into Linnea's world with his cozy yet evocative writing style. As Linnea navigates the tumultuous landscape of Reconstruction-era America, readers will be swept up in her quest for identity, resilience, and redemption.

With its rich historical detail and compelling characters, 'Broken Objects' offers a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the enduring power of the human spirit. Experience the highs and lows of Linnea's journey as she confronts adversity, overcomes challenges, and discovers the true meaning of strength in the face of adversity.

Perfect for fans of historical fiction and character-driven narratives, 'Broken Objects' is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeply moving story that will stay with them long after the final page. Pick up your copy today and embark on an unforgettable journey through the heartaches and triumphs of one woman's remarkable life.

WARNING: Readers may find the content of this book to be dark and disturbing. Many have reported crying at points in the novel.

Paul Michael Peters is an American author of thrillers, suspense, and the unexpected. He is best known for his twists and takes on the quirky tangents of life.

His recent works include the thriller Combustible Punch, which explores the psychological dance between that most unlikely of odd couples: a serial killer and a high school shooting survivor. Other works include The Symmetry of Snowflakes, Insensible Loss, and short story collections Killing the Devil and Mr. Memory and Other Stories of Wonder.

Discover the resilience of the human spirit in #BrokenObjects, a captivating #HistoricalFiction set in #CivilWarAmerica. Follow Linnea's #CharacterDriven journey through the #ImmigrantExperience and #Reconstruction, exploring #LoveAndLoss, #StrengthInAdversity, and the power of #Redemption. With Peters' #EvocativeWriting, experience an unforgettable #EmotionalJourney alongside compelling characters in this #MustReadHistoricalFiction.

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Wonderful Story telling with surprise end!

Paul Michael Peters is a master story teller. His character development and sense of time and place are impeccable. A must read for those who wish to be transported through time and space and delivered back, smack into human reality.
Beautifully written.

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Horrible book

Everything from the writing style to the story sounding like some perverted fantasy was distasteful and horrible

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