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Jenny is the daughter of an army officer who wants to be an actor. She meets a dashing young British man and marries him, but he is killed during the riots leading to Independence. She moves to the UK with her family and encourages her son, Robert, to go into acting. Two Hungarian friends, Tamas and Maria, come to the UK after the 1956 revolution. Robert falls in love with Maria and brings her back to the UK. Aidan, Jennys son-in-law, threatens to kill Tamas and is murdered. A slow-burn psychological thriller evolves with one final remarkable twist before its end.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 28 October 2023
Publisher: Troubador Publishing

Jenny, the daughter of an army officer residing in India during the Raj era, possesses a burning desire to pursue a career in acting and possesses remarkable talent. She embarks on a journey with a theatrical company, showcasing her skills across the country. However, her path takes an unexpected turn when she encounters a dashing young British man named Robert. Their connection is instantaneous, and they soon marry, but their happiness is short-lived as Robert is tragically killed during the riots that preceded India's Independence. Devastated, Jenny relocates to the UK with her family, leading a quiet and uneventful life. Nonetheless, her heart yearns for the excitement and fulfillment that her career in the theatre once offered her.

In an effort to encourage her son, Robert, to pursue a more exciting life than she has experienced, Jenny pushes him to pursue acting. Robert, having studied acting, meets Tamas, a theatrical photographer, when he goes for a headshot sitting. Their friendship develops, and Robert rents a room at Tamas' flat. Tamas, a political refugee who is not allowed to return to Budapest, asks Robert to carry some gifts to his homeland.

During his visit to Budapest, Robert meets Maria, Tamas' niece, and falls deeply in love with her. He brings her back to the UK, and they begin a happy life together. However, their lives take a different turn when Jenny's son-in-law, Aidan, engages in a heated argument with Tamas and threatens to kill him. Tragically, Aidan is murdered, and Tamas becomes a suspect in the investigation.

This sets the stage for a slow-burn psychological thriller that unfolds with a remarkable twist before its conclusion. The story explores themes of love, loyalty, and the consequences of one's actions, as Jenny and Tamas navigate the complexities of their relationship and the legal troubles that surround them.

In conclusion, "Jenny" is a captivating tale that delves into the lives of individuals caught up in the tumultuous events of a changing world. Through the experiences of Jenny, Tamas, and Robert, the story explores the complexities of love, loyalty, and the pursuit of one's dreams, even in the face of adversity.

Weight: 234g
Dimension: 129 x 198 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781805140252