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Athena: Twirls of Unsettled Dust, A Vivid Tale of War, Love, Betrayal, and the Immigrant Dream: An Untold, Post WWII Greek Immigrant Story about a Wom
Paperback
Series: Athena, Book 1
Publisher Price: $22.99
ISBN13: 9781997575139
Publisher: Jessie G Hionis
Published: Dec 27 2025
Pages: 270
Weight: 0.80
Height: 0.57 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
She left everything behind for a chance at survival.
A powerful historical fiction novel about a young Greek woman who rebuilds her life in Canada after the war.
Athena grows up in post war Greece surrounded by hardship and limited opportunity. She immigrates to Canada and faces loneliness, cultural displacement, betrayal, and the emotional challenge of starting over.
What this book offers:
A deeply emotional immigration story
A strong female protagonist
Rich historical context
A journey of resilience and identity
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this based on a true story?
Inspired by real historical experiences of Greek immigrants.
Who is this book for?
Readers who enjoy emotional historical fiction and immigrant stories.
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