Beschreibung
Strong men? Weak women?
A closer look often reveals surprises.
An arc of life: Four-year-old Anna in the dangerous Russian zone in gray post-war Vienna. Aemilia, a loving grandmother who transforms the child’s diffuse fears into a radiant courage to face life.
This very special strength carries Anna through her eventful life between Vienna´s and New York´s high society until her death: love, happiness, friendship, ambition, intrigue, unexpected twists and turns.
And this one unanswered question: Was it murder? Or just tragic coincidences? Is the seemingly obvious deceptive?
Piet Henry Records –
With The Fear Taker – A Strange Crime Story, author Christa Homan has crafted a gripping and unconventional narrative that blends the depth of a life story with the suspense of a mystery. From the ruins of post-war Vienna to the glittering circles of New York high society, we follow Anna – a woman shaped by trauma, resilience, and a lingering question that haunts her legacy.
Homan skillfully explores generational trauma, societal expectations, and the ambiguity of truth. Is what seems obvious truly real? Or is it a carefully constructed illusion? The line between tragedy and crime is thin – and that tension drives this emotionally complex and thought-provoking novel.
Narrator Sanne Damm-Ruzicka brings Anna’s journey to life with clarity and subtle emotional nuance. Her performance captures both strength and vulnerability, guiding listeners through decades of love, ambition, betrayal – and ultimately, the search for answers.
We thank both the author and narrator for their excellent collaboration and are proud to publish this remarkable audiobook. We wish it every success and many captivated listeners!
Your team at Piet Henry Records