NAGASAKI

Description: ‘In love and war, nobody wins…’

This is the story of Daniel Lawrence, a rootless Englishman sent to Japan to spy for the Americans during the height of World War II. As Europe rages with violence, Daniel finds himself caught in a different kind of conflict – one of the heart. His lovely interpreter, Ayako, draws him in with her beauty and grace, but their love is threatened by the impending war. And when Pearl Harbor is attacked, everything changes.

From the bustling streets of Tokyo to the brutal concentration camps of Japan, this novel follows the intertwined fates of Daniel, Ayako, and the child, born of their forbidden love. As they struggle to survive in a world torn apart by war, their humanity is tested and their differences become more apparent. But as the war rages on, the crew of the American B-29, Bock’s Car, prepares for a harrowing flight to drop the world’s most powerful atomic bomb on the city of Nagasaki.

With meticulous research and a keen eye for detail, author Bernard Clark brings to life the individuals caught up in one of the most devastating conflicts in history. From the Tokyo Firestorm to the dropping of the atomic bomb, this novel paints a vivid portrait of the human experience during World War II. And as the crew of Bock’s Car grapples with the weight of their actions, readers will question the true nature of war and its consequences.

For fans of historical fiction and thought-provoking narratives, Nagasaki is a must-read. With its powerful emotions, gripping plot, and well-developed characters, this novel will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.

If you enjoyed The Book Thief by Markus Zusak, you will also love Nagasaki. Both novels explore the impact of war on individuals and their relationships, painting a hauntingly realistic picture of a devastating time in history. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable story.

Author Biography

Bernard Clark was born into a British military family, spending his formative years in a dozen different countries, before joining the BBC.After spells as a reporter, presenter and foreign correspondent, he began making documentaries and factual series in the UK and the US, then launched a London-based independent production company in the mid-1980s, which is still thriving forty years later.Bernard began his relationship with Japan in 1988, with the award-winning ‘Japan Season’ for Britain’s Channel 4 – 53 hours of programming across five weeks. Since then he has worked for every Japanese TV network, and won the coveted Japan Prize. His company TVT KK has translated and transmitted BBC World News in Japan for over thirty years.Bernard has written several books, including A Mother Like Alex, the story of a woman who adopted nine special-needs children, primarily with Down’s Syndrome, which was a best seller.He lives with his family on a farm near Newbury, England.