Chessboard of Destiny

Published by CUSTOM BOOK PUBLICATIONSThe aging Gypsy busker plays his concertina...his mind floods with memories... memories of the traditions of nomadic Transylvanian Gypsies, of his childhood marriage, her death in childbirth, Nazi persecution of his family and friends, life in the concentration camps... and his survival.While he plays, a drama in the nearby shop unfolds. 'Murderer! Murderer!' the woman screams...The accused old man denies and flees but she is sure he was a...
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Published by CUSTOM BOOK PUBLICATIONSThe aging Gypsy busker plays his concertina...his mind floods with memories... memories of the traditions of nomadic Transylvanian Gypsies, of his childhood marriage, her death in childbirth, Nazi persecution of his family and friends, life in the concentration camps... and his survival.While he plays, a drama in the nearby shop unfolds. 'Murderer! Murderer!' the woman screams...The accused old man denies and flees but she is sure he was a concetration camp commandant. Is he really who she thinks he is? Can she prove his identity? Is it too late for him to be prosecuted? Questions, but are there answers...The memories of a young girl form the basis of this carefully plotted story of intrigue, old and new love, deprivation and suffering... a chessboard of destiny! PREVIOUS BOOKS BY THIS AUTHORYENNI A Life Between Worlds An autobiographical novel of survival of an ordinary person in extraordinary circumstances that are vivid and cinematic.Published in 2002 by Pluto Press AustraliaJenny's Coffee House-after YenniAfter an illegal escape from her native country and emigration in Vienna, she and her family arrived to Australia as assisted migrants. A story of adjustment to a new life, a journey towards fulfilment and belonging.Published in 2009 by Transit Lounge Publishing YENNI in the Rhythm of Everyday. A manual for everyday living and how to run an efficient, nutritious and affordable kitchen.Published in 2011 by Q-Press Publishing