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Tag: Kurt Palka

The Piano Maker – Kurt Palka

the-piano-maker-kurt-palkaThis is a wonderful example of superb story telling: France up to WWI, then Quebec and New Brunswick. Both piano making and piano playing, and a compelling adventure story in an Alberta winter and finally a criminal trial. And best of all, there is a strong female character, Helene.

Author AJPosted on December 1, 2016January 19, 2017Categories ContemporaryTags Kurt PalkaLeave a comment on The Piano Maker – Kurt Palka

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