Last Train to Istanbul
by Ayşe Kulin, John W. Baker
Last Train to Istanbul by Ayşe Kulin, John W. Baker holds a well received rating of 3.81 out of 5, based on 6.9K reader ratings. First published in 2002. The book spans 374 pages.
About Last Train to Istanbul
International bestseller by one of Turkey’s most beloved authors As the daughter of one of Turkey’s last Ottoman pashas, Selva could win the heart of any man in Ankara. Yet the spirited young beauty only has eyes for Rafael Alfandari, the handsome Jewish son of an esteemed court physician. In defiance of their families, they marry, fleeing to Paris to build a new life.But when the Nazis invade France, the exiled lovers will learn that nothing—not war, not politics, not even religion—can break the bonds of family. For after they learn that Selva is but one of their fellow citizens trapped in France, a handful of brave Turkish diplomats hatch a plan to spirit the Alfandaris and hundreds of innocents, many of whom are Jewish, to safety. Together, they must traverse a war-torn continent, crossing enemy lines and risking everything in a desperate bid for freedom. From Ankara to Paris, Cairo, and Berlin, Last Train to Istanbul is an uplifting tale of love and adventure from Turkey’s beloved bestselling novelist Ayşe Kulin.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Ayşe Kulin, John W. Baker |
| Published | 2002 |
| Pages | 374 |
| Genres | Historical Fiction, Fiction, Romance |
| Average Rating | 3.81 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 6,870 |
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What genre is Last Train to Istanbul?
Last Train to Istanbul is categorized as Historical Fiction, Fiction, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is Last Train to Istanbul worth reading?
Based on 6.9K reader ratings, Last Train to Istanbul has an average score of 3.81 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Last Train to Istanbul?
Last Train to Istanbul has 374 pages.
Who wrote Last Train to Istanbul?
Last Train to Istanbul was written by Ayşe Kulin, John W. Baker. It was first published in 2002.
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