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The Wind of the Khazars

Taking place both in the 10th and the 21st century, this tale is part historical novel, part thriller. The story of the Khazars is interwoven with a contemporary political conspiracy in an unusual blend of reality and fiction that explores the ever important themes of history and identity.

Genre
historical fiction
Themes
jewish
Audience
adult
Length
medium · 316 pages

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