Traitor: A Novel of World War II

In the midst of World War II, Tolya, a half-Ukrainian, half-Polish soldier, is caught between loyalty to Poland and Ukraine when he shoots his political officer. He is taken in by a squad of insurgent Ukrainians, but he doesn't trust their leader, Solovey. A betrayal forces them on the run, where loyalty and betrayal are matters of life or death.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 22 February 2022
Publisher: St Martin's Press

In the aftermath of the Soviet liberation of Lwów from German occupation in 1944, the city becomes a volatile battleground, torn between the loyalties of Poland and Ukraine. Amidst this political turmoil, Tolya, a half-Ukrainian, half-Polish individual, finds himself compelled to join the Soviet Red Army to survive. However, his decision to take a life for his country is met with unexpected consequences when he shoots a political officer in the street. He is taken in by a squad of insurgent Ukrainians, led by the young and war-scarred Solovey. Tolya harbors deep distrust for Solovey and his fellow squad members, particularly due to Solovey's past as a traitor. He is unaware of Solovey's profound understanding of the sacrifices that come with prioritizing one's survival over loyalty. Yet, a betrayal forces both Tolya and Solovey on the run, testing the boundaries of their loyalty and trust in each other.

Traitor is an exhilarating action-packed thriller that delves into a world where loyalty is a double-edged sword, traitors masquerade as saviors, and betrayal holds the power of life or death. It explores the complex dynamics of loyalty, trust, and the consequences of one's actions in a morally ambiguous landscape. Through the journey of Tolya and Solovey, the film sheds light on the moral dilemmas faced by individuals in times of conflict, challenging viewers to consider the true cost of loyalty and the blurred lines between hero and villain.

Weight: 318g
Dimension: 138 x 209 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781250802668