The Orphan Sky

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Pub Date Feb 03 2015 | Archive Date Feb 28 2015
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History | Romance

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At fifteen years old, piano prodigy Leila Badalbeili has become a spy for the Communist Party in Azerbaijan, a small nation at the intersection of Asia and Europe—but her aspirations to dedicate her life to her country disintegrate when she falls in love with Tahir, a young artist suspected of being a traitor. Set at the crossroads of Turkish, Persian, and Russian cultures under the red flag of Communism in the late 1970s, THE ORPHAN SKY lyrically reveals one woman’s struggle to reconcile her ideals with the corrupt world around her, and to decide whether to betray her country or her heart.

At fifteen years old, piano prodigy Leila Badalbeili has become a spy for the Communist Party in Azerbaijan, a small nation at the intersection of Asia and Europe—but her aspirations to dedicate her...
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Advance Praise

"An intriguing mix of romance, spying and hope -- unforgettable reading."

— Scott Turow, New York Times bestselling author of Presumed Innocent

The Orphan Sky is a compelling Cold War novel that showcases that power of music as a force for change and breaking down barriers both spiritually and politically.”

— Quincy Jones, Music Impresario, Humanitarian

"The Orphan Sky is a heady mix of Soviet politics, artistic temperament and historical destiny. Leila's journey from naïve school girl parroting Communist propaganda to passionate musician determined to gain personal freedom is poignant and impressive." - Tracy Chevalier, New York Times bestselling author of Girl with a Pearl Earring and The Last Runaway

"I could hear the music while reading this extraordinary book. The Orphan Sky has everything a reader could want: the thrill of young romance, the tension of spying, and a window into a fascinating culture along with a glimpse into the captivating past of Azerbaijan." - Deborah Rodriguez, author of New York Times bestseller Kabul Beauty School and Margarita Wednesdays


"An intriguing mix of romance, spying and hope -- unforgettable reading."

— Scott Turow, New York Times bestselling author of Presumed Innocent

The Orphan Sky is a compelling Cold War novel that...
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ISBN 9781402298653
PRICE $24.99 (USD)

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