A delightfully rare Historical Novel. 85% a biography of a spy, musician, mother and her neice trapped behind German lines in World War I. This background led to a diplomatic post in World War II. Aged 92, Vera disclosed her past life one year before
Compelling historical fiction that traces the life of a young English immigrant woman who travels to America at the turn of the century to start a new life for herself. Encountering danger, romance, heartache and tragedy, she strives to fit into a
Author of two critically acclaimed novels, The Bard of Bethlehem, and Dog Days in Bedlam.
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David James Trapp wrote Dog Days in Bedlam as a testament to the costly but inspiring power of love, faith and courage to defy tyranny. This is a martyr's tale. This is also a parable about the "truths" of history, the casual cruelty of tyrants, and the shamelessness of propaganda and spin control. This critically acclaimed book is a must read.
The Bard of Bethlehem is a Christmas story about a Celtic musician in the days of the Roman Empire who plays songs to the Star of Bethlehem. This is an excellent read, and it is receiving good reviews!
David, 48, is an attorney at law, a college instructor, and a storyteller. He lives in the San Francisco Bay area.