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Shadows on the Heart
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It's the late 1940's in the Midwest of America. Helen wants everything her older sister has: intelligence, a prodigious musical talent, and in time, even her husband. Julia is different, but can't help the gnawing envy she has of her little sister's poise and beauty.
Who and why we love haunts and drives these two sisters through the post war 50's and into the 60's.
This mystery of love will continue with their two children, Diane and Tommy. The cousins are attracted to each other and ultimately are compelled to take a great risk to fulfil their unconventional dream.
A story of complex emotions and enduring hope, the novel reminds us that life moves continuously between shadow and light.
"...characters are swiftly, smartly introduced and the action begins...he knows just how to keep you hooked."
Michael Palin
"A perceptive, highly readable study of family ties and tensions, with a dash of thriller-style drama."
Melissa Katsoulis - The Times
ISBN : 978-1-83543-606-6
Published: 08/01/2026
Pages : 284
Size : 205x140
Imprint : Olympia Publishers
Robert Zagar
This is Robert Zagar's second novel. The first, Little Red Dolls, was published by Olympia in 2023. Born in America, he has lived in England since 1981. Prior to writing, he briefly danced professionally, but most of his life has been dedicated to the health profession. For two years, he started and ran a health clinic in the jungles of Guatemala. For the last thirty-eight years, he has run an osteopathic practice in London, where he still works on a part-time basis.
