Author: Chaudhary Kaushal Kishor Thakur
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
ISBN: 9351867358
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
Step into the heart-pounding world of "Massacre At Midnight" by Chaudhary Kaushal Kishor Thakur, a gripping tale of suspense, intrigue, and betrayal that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. Prepare to be immersed in a world of mystery and danger as you unravel the dark secrets hidden within the shadows of the night. Follow the riveting story of a small town gripped by fear and uncertainty after a brutal massacre shatters the peace of the night. As tensions rise and suspicions mount, you'll find yourself drawn into a web of lies and deception, where nothing is as it seems and danger lurks around every corner. Explore the rich tapestry of characters as Thakur masterfully brings each one to life, from the intrepid detective determined to uncover the truth to the enigmatic figures who hold the key to solving the mystery. Through their struggles and triumphs, you'll gain insight into the human psyche and the depths of human depravity. Themes of justice, revenge, and the fragility of the human condition permeate the narrative, inviting readers to confront the darker aspects of human nature and the consequences of unchecked ambition. As the story unfolds, you'll find yourself questioning the boundaries of morality and the lengths to which people will go to protect their secrets. The overall tone and mood of "Massacre At Midnight" are imbued with a sense of tension and suspense, as Thakur's evocative prose and vivid descriptions transport you to a world filled with danger and intrigue. From the eerie silence of deserted streets to the adrenaline-fueled chase scenes that will leave you breathless, you'll find yourself immersed in a pulse-pounding thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end. Critically acclaimed for its taut pacing, unpredictable twists, and memorable characters, "Massacre At Midnight" has earned its place as a must-read for fans of mystery and suspense. Its gripping storyline and electrifying plot twists will keep you turning pages late into the night, eager to uncover the truth behind the massacre. Whether you're a fan of crime fiction, a lover of thrillers, or simply someone looking for a gripping read that will keep you on the edge of your seat, "Massacre At Midnight" promises to deliver an unforgettable reading experience. Its atmospheric setting, compelling characters, and heart-stopping action will leave you craving more. Don't miss your chance to experience the excitement of "Massacre At Midnight." Let "Massacre At Midnight" transport you to a world of danger, intrigue, and suspense. Secure your copy now and discover why Chaudhary Kaushal Kishor Thakur's masterpiece continues to captivate readers around the world.
Massacre At Midnight
Author: Chaudhary Kaushal Kishor Thakur
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
ISBN: 9351867358
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
Step into the heart-pounding world of "Massacre At Midnight" by Chaudhary Kaushal Kishor Thakur, a gripping tale of suspense, intrigue, and betrayal that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. Prepare to be immersed in a world of mystery and danger as you unravel the dark secrets hidden within the shadows of the night. Follow the riveting story of a small town gripped by fear and uncertainty after a brutal massacre shatters the peace of the night. As tensions rise and suspicions mount, you'll find yourself drawn into a web of lies and deception, where nothing is as it seems and danger lurks around every corner. Explore the rich tapestry of characters as Thakur masterfully brings each one to life, from the intrepid detective determined to uncover the truth to the enigmatic figures who hold the key to solving the mystery. Through their struggles and triumphs, you'll gain insight into the human psyche and the depths of human depravity. Themes of justice, revenge, and the fragility of the human condition permeate the narrative, inviting readers to confront the darker aspects of human nature and the consequences of unchecked ambition. As the story unfolds, you'll find yourself questioning the boundaries of morality and the lengths to which people will go to protect their secrets. The overall tone and mood of "Massacre At Midnight" are imbued with a sense of tension and suspense, as Thakur's evocative prose and vivid descriptions transport you to a world filled with danger and intrigue. From the eerie silence of deserted streets to the adrenaline-fueled chase scenes that will leave you breathless, you'll find yourself immersed in a pulse-pounding thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end. Critically acclaimed for its taut pacing, unpredictable twists, and memorable characters, "Massacre At Midnight" has earned its place as a must-read for fans of mystery and suspense. Its gripping storyline and electrifying plot twists will keep you turning pages late into the night, eager to uncover the truth behind the massacre. Whether you're a fan of crime fiction, a lover of thrillers, or simply someone looking for a gripping read that will keep you on the edge of your seat, "Massacre At Midnight" promises to deliver an unforgettable reading experience. Its atmospheric setting, compelling characters, and heart-stopping action will leave you craving more. Don't miss your chance to experience the excitement of "Massacre At Midnight." Let "Massacre At Midnight" transport you to a world of danger, intrigue, and suspense. Secure your copy now and discover why Chaudhary Kaushal Kishor Thakur's masterpiece continues to captivate readers around the world.
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
ISBN: 9351867358
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
Step into the heart-pounding world of "Massacre At Midnight" by Chaudhary Kaushal Kishor Thakur, a gripping tale of suspense, intrigue, and betrayal that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. Prepare to be immersed in a world of mystery and danger as you unravel the dark secrets hidden within the shadows of the night. Follow the riveting story of a small town gripped by fear and uncertainty after a brutal massacre shatters the peace of the night. As tensions rise and suspicions mount, you'll find yourself drawn into a web of lies and deception, where nothing is as it seems and danger lurks around every corner. Explore the rich tapestry of characters as Thakur masterfully brings each one to life, from the intrepid detective determined to uncover the truth to the enigmatic figures who hold the key to solving the mystery. Through their struggles and triumphs, you'll gain insight into the human psyche and the depths of human depravity. Themes of justice, revenge, and the fragility of the human condition permeate the narrative, inviting readers to confront the darker aspects of human nature and the consequences of unchecked ambition. As the story unfolds, you'll find yourself questioning the boundaries of morality and the lengths to which people will go to protect their secrets. The overall tone and mood of "Massacre At Midnight" are imbued with a sense of tension and suspense, as Thakur's evocative prose and vivid descriptions transport you to a world filled with danger and intrigue. From the eerie silence of deserted streets to the adrenaline-fueled chase scenes that will leave you breathless, you'll find yourself immersed in a pulse-pounding thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end. Critically acclaimed for its taut pacing, unpredictable twists, and memorable characters, "Massacre At Midnight" has earned its place as a must-read for fans of mystery and suspense. Its gripping storyline and electrifying plot twists will keep you turning pages late into the night, eager to uncover the truth behind the massacre. Whether you're a fan of crime fiction, a lover of thrillers, or simply someone looking for a gripping read that will keep you on the edge of your seat, "Massacre At Midnight" promises to deliver an unforgettable reading experience. Its atmospheric setting, compelling characters, and heart-stopping action will leave you craving more. Don't miss your chance to experience the excitement of "Massacre At Midnight." Let "Massacre At Midnight" transport you to a world of danger, intrigue, and suspense. Secure your copy now and discover why Chaudhary Kaushal Kishor Thakur's masterpiece continues to captivate readers around the world.
Midnight Massacre in Dacca
Author: Sukharanjan Dasgupta
Publisher: New Delhi : Vikas
ISBN:
Category : Bangladesh
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
On political developments in Bangladesh, 1971-1978, with special reference to the assassination of President Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, 1922-1975.
Publisher: New Delhi : Vikas
ISBN:
Category : Bangladesh
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
On political developments in Bangladesh, 1971-1978, with special reference to the assassination of President Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, 1922-1975.
The Midnight Assassin
Author: Skip Hollandsworth
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company
ISBN: 0805097686
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 512
Book Description
A New York Times bestseller, The Midnight Assassin is a sweeping narrative history of a terrifying serial killer--America's first--who stalked Austin, Texas in 1885. In the late 1800s, the city of Austin, Texas was on the cusp of emerging from an isolated western outpost into a truly cosmopolitan metropolis. But beginning in December 1884, Austin was terrorized by someone equally as vicious and, in some ways, far more diabolical than London's infamous Jack the Ripper. For almost exactly one year, the Midnight Assassin crisscrossed the entire city, striking on moonlit nights, using axes, knives, and long steel rods to rip apart women from every race and class. At the time the concept of a serial killer was unthinkable, but the murders continued, the killer became more brazen, and the citizens' panic reached a fever pitch. Before it was all over, at least a dozen men would be arrested in connection with the murders, and the crimes would expose what a newspaper described as "the most extensive and profound scandal ever known in Austin." And yes, when Jack the Ripper began his attacks in 1888, London police investigators did wonder if the killer from Austin had crossed the ocean to terrorize their own city. With vivid historical detail and novelistic flair, Texas Monthly journalist Skip Hollandsworth brings this terrifying saga to life.
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company
ISBN: 0805097686
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 512
Book Description
A New York Times bestseller, The Midnight Assassin is a sweeping narrative history of a terrifying serial killer--America's first--who stalked Austin, Texas in 1885. In the late 1800s, the city of Austin, Texas was on the cusp of emerging from an isolated western outpost into a truly cosmopolitan metropolis. But beginning in December 1884, Austin was terrorized by someone equally as vicious and, in some ways, far more diabolical than London's infamous Jack the Ripper. For almost exactly one year, the Midnight Assassin crisscrossed the entire city, striking on moonlit nights, using axes, knives, and long steel rods to rip apart women from every race and class. At the time the concept of a serial killer was unthinkable, but the murders continued, the killer became more brazen, and the citizens' panic reached a fever pitch. Before it was all over, at least a dozen men would be arrested in connection with the murders, and the crimes would expose what a newspaper described as "the most extensive and profound scandal ever known in Austin." And yes, when Jack the Ripper began his attacks in 1888, London police investigators did wonder if the killer from Austin had crossed the ocean to terrorize their own city. With vivid historical detail and novelistic flair, Texas Monthly journalist Skip Hollandsworth brings this terrifying saga to life.
Spirits of Vengeance: Rise of the Midnight Sons
Author: Howard Mackie
Publisher: Marvel
ISBN: 9781302946326
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Johnny Blaze and Dan Ketch race side-by-side as the Spirits of Vengeance, as Marvel's Midnight Sons rise to face a hellish threat like no other! Former Ghost Rider Blaze joins his successor Ketch and fellow Sons including Morbius, Blade, the Nightstalkers and the Darkhold Redeemers in the fight against Lilith, Mother of Demons, and her horrifying progeny! As they continue to burn rubber together, Blaze and Ghost Rider target Hag and Troll, but they're not the only ones on the trail. So is Venom! And where the sinister symbiote goes, can Spider-Man be far behind? COLLECTING: Ghost Rider (1990) 28, 31; Ghost Rider/Blaze: Spirits of Vengeance (1992) 1-6; Morbius: The Living Vampire (1992) 1; Darkhold: Pages From the Book of Sins (1992) 1; Nightstalkers (1992) 1; Web of Spider-Man (1985) 95-96; material from Midnight Sons Unlimited (1993) 1
Publisher: Marvel
ISBN: 9781302946326
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Johnny Blaze and Dan Ketch race side-by-side as the Spirits of Vengeance, as Marvel's Midnight Sons rise to face a hellish threat like no other! Former Ghost Rider Blaze joins his successor Ketch and fellow Sons including Morbius, Blade, the Nightstalkers and the Darkhold Redeemers in the fight against Lilith, Mother of Demons, and her horrifying progeny! As they continue to burn rubber together, Blaze and Ghost Rider target Hag and Troll, but they're not the only ones on the trail. So is Venom! And where the sinister symbiote goes, can Spider-Man be far behind? COLLECTING: Ghost Rider (1990) 28, 31; Ghost Rider/Blaze: Spirits of Vengeance (1992) 1-6; Morbius: The Living Vampire (1992) 1; Darkhold: Pages From the Book of Sins (1992) 1; Nightstalkers (1992) 1; Web of Spider-Man (1985) 95-96; material from Midnight Sons Unlimited (1993) 1
The Winds of Midnight
Author: G. Gordon Long
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781491067499
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
The Winds of Midnight - The Tragic Story of the Pattenburg Massacre is a story of human evil, of a night when men of one color hunted men of another and the good people of a town hid in fear. It is also a story of the trials of those accused and of a jury's final verdict. On the night of September 21st 1872, the sleepy village of Pattenburg, NJ, was the scene of a murderous riot among Irish and Negro railroad workers building the Great Musconetcong Tunnel. Before the sun rose, four men lay dead; one Irishman shot by an unknown assailant and four Negro workers hunted down and gruesomely murdered as they fled for their lives. In the aftermath of the slaughter, the village inhabitants remained intimidated by roving gangs of workers, threatening reprisals against anyone assisting the authorities in identifying their leaders. In the months that followed, the local County Courthouse would become the scene of a series of trials that still leave questions as to the justice afforded those murdered. The story of the Pattenburg Massacre and the subsequent murder trials is reconstructed from the pages of newspapers, court documents, and other records of the time, retold through the voices of those who lived through this tragic event.
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781491067499
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
The Winds of Midnight - The Tragic Story of the Pattenburg Massacre is a story of human evil, of a night when men of one color hunted men of another and the good people of a town hid in fear. It is also a story of the trials of those accused and of a jury's final verdict. On the night of September 21st 1872, the sleepy village of Pattenburg, NJ, was the scene of a murderous riot among Irish and Negro railroad workers building the Great Musconetcong Tunnel. Before the sun rose, four men lay dead; one Irishman shot by an unknown assailant and four Negro workers hunted down and gruesomely murdered as they fled for their lives. In the aftermath of the slaughter, the village inhabitants remained intimidated by roving gangs of workers, threatening reprisals against anyone assisting the authorities in identifying their leaders. In the months that followed, the local County Courthouse would become the scene of a series of trials that still leave questions as to the justice afforded those murdered. The story of the Pattenburg Massacre and the subsequent murder trials is reconstructed from the pages of newspapers, court documents, and other records of the time, retold through the voices of those who lived through this tragic event.
Midnight Movie
Author: Tobe Hooper
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 030771702X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
The good news: Director Tobe Hooper has been invited to speak at a screening of Destiny Express, a movie he wrote and directed as a teenager, but that hasn’t seen the light of day in decades. And Hooper’s fans are ecstatic. The bad news: Destiny Express proves to be a killer . . . literally. As the death toll mounts, Tobe embarks on a desperate journey to understand the film’s thirty-year-old origins—and put an end to the strange epidemic his creation has set in motion. Featuring the terror, humor, and sly documentary style Hooper devotees remember from such classics as The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Midnight Movie is vintage Tobe Hooper, again demonstrating the director’s place as one of the godfathers of modern horror.
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 030771702X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
The good news: Director Tobe Hooper has been invited to speak at a screening of Destiny Express, a movie he wrote and directed as a teenager, but that hasn’t seen the light of day in decades. And Hooper’s fans are ecstatic. The bad news: Destiny Express proves to be a killer . . . literally. As the death toll mounts, Tobe embarks on a desperate journey to understand the film’s thirty-year-old origins—and put an end to the strange epidemic his creation has set in motion. Featuring the terror, humor, and sly documentary style Hooper devotees remember from such classics as The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Midnight Movie is vintage Tobe Hooper, again demonstrating the director’s place as one of the godfathers of modern horror.
Midnight's Children
Author: Salman Rushdie
Publisher: Vintage Canada
ISBN: 0307367754
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 561
Book Description
Winner of the Booker prize and twice winner of the Booker of Bookers, Midnight's Children is "one of the most important books to come out of the English-speaking world in this generation" (New York Review of Books). Reissued for the 40th anniversary of the original publication--with a new introduction from the author--Salman Rushdie's widely acclaimed novel is a masterpiece in literature. Saleem Sinai is born at the stroke of midnight on August 15, 1947, the very moment of India’s independence. Greeted by fireworks displays, cheering crowds, and Prime Minister Nehru himself, Saleem grows up to learn the ominous consequences of this coincidence. His every act is mirrored and magnified in events that sway the course of national affairs; his health and well-being are inextricably bound to those of his nation; his life is inseparable, at times indistinguishable, from the history of his country. Perhaps most remarkable are the telepathic powers linking him with India’s 1,000 other “midnight’s children,” all born in that initial hour and endowed with magical gifts. This novel is at once a fascinating family saga and an astonishing evocation of a vast land and its people–a brilliant incarnation of the universal human comedy. Midnight’s Children stands apart as both an epochal work of fiction and a brilliant performance by one of the great literary voices of our time.
Publisher: Vintage Canada
ISBN: 0307367754
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 561
Book Description
Winner of the Booker prize and twice winner of the Booker of Bookers, Midnight's Children is "one of the most important books to come out of the English-speaking world in this generation" (New York Review of Books). Reissued for the 40th anniversary of the original publication--with a new introduction from the author--Salman Rushdie's widely acclaimed novel is a masterpiece in literature. Saleem Sinai is born at the stroke of midnight on August 15, 1947, the very moment of India’s independence. Greeted by fireworks displays, cheering crowds, and Prime Minister Nehru himself, Saleem grows up to learn the ominous consequences of this coincidence. His every act is mirrored and magnified in events that sway the course of national affairs; his health and well-being are inextricably bound to those of his nation; his life is inseparable, at times indistinguishable, from the history of his country. Perhaps most remarkable are the telepathic powers linking him with India’s 1,000 other “midnight’s children,” all born in that initial hour and endowed with magical gifts. This novel is at once a fascinating family saga and an astonishing evocation of a vast land and its people–a brilliant incarnation of the universal human comedy. Midnight’s Children stands apart as both an epochal work of fiction and a brilliant performance by one of the great literary voices of our time.
Meet Me at Midnight
Author: Jessica Pennington
Publisher: Tor Teen
ISBN: 1250187656
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
Teens waging a war of practical jokes declare peace when they fall for one another in this charming YA romantic comedy from Jessica Pennington. They have a love-hate relationship with summer. Sidney and Asher should have clicked. Two star swimmers forced to spend their summers on a lake together sounds like the perfect match. But it’s the same every year—in between cookouts and boat rides and family-imposed bonfires, Sidney and Asher spend the dog days of summer finding the ultimate ways to prank each other. And now, after their senior year, they’re determined to make it the most epic yet. But their plans are thrown in sudden jeopardy when their feud causes their families to be kicked out of their beloved lake houses. Once in their new accommodations, Sidney expects the prank war to continue as usual. But then she gets a note—Meet me at midnight. And Asher has a proposition for her: join forces for one last summer of epic pranks, against a shared enemy—the woman who kicked them out. Their truce should make things simpler, but six years of tormenting one another isn’t so easy to ignore. Kind of like the undeniable attraction growing between them. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Publisher: Tor Teen
ISBN: 1250187656
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
Teens waging a war of practical jokes declare peace when they fall for one another in this charming YA romantic comedy from Jessica Pennington. They have a love-hate relationship with summer. Sidney and Asher should have clicked. Two star swimmers forced to spend their summers on a lake together sounds like the perfect match. But it’s the same every year—in between cookouts and boat rides and family-imposed bonfires, Sidney and Asher spend the dog days of summer finding the ultimate ways to prank each other. And now, after their senior year, they’re determined to make it the most epic yet. But their plans are thrown in sudden jeopardy when their feud causes their families to be kicked out of their beloved lake houses. Once in their new accommodations, Sidney expects the prank war to continue as usual. But then she gets a note—Meet me at midnight. And Asher has a proposition for her: join forces for one last summer of epic pranks, against a shared enemy—the woman who kicked them out. Their truce should make things simpler, but six years of tormenting one another isn’t so easy to ignore. Kind of like the undeniable attraction growing between them. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Midnight Rising
Author: Tony Horwitz
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company
ISBN: 1429996986
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 383
Book Description
A New York Times Notable Book for 2011 A Library Journal Top Ten Best Books of 2011 A Boston Globe Best Nonfiction Book of 2011 Bestselling author Tony Horwitz tells the electrifying tale of the daring insurrection that put America on the path to bloody war Plotted in secret, launched in the dark, John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry was a pivotal moment in U.S. history. But few Americans know the true story of the men and women who launched a desperate strike at the slaveholding South. Now, Midnight Rising portrays Brown's uprising in vivid color, revealing a country on the brink of explosive conflict. Brown, the descendant of New England Puritans, saw slavery as a sin against America's founding principles. Unlike most abolitionists, he was willing to take up arms, and in 1859 he prepared for battle at a hideout in Maryland, joined by his teenage daughter, three of his sons, and a guerrilla band that included former slaves and a dashing spy. On October 17, the raiders seized Harpers Ferry, stunning the nation and prompting a counterattack led by Robert E. Lee. After Brown's capture, his defiant eloquence galvanized the North and appalled the South, which considered Brown a terrorist. The raid also helped elect Abraham Lincoln, who later began to fulfill Brown's dream with the Emancipation Proclamation, a measure he called "a John Brown raid, on a gigantic scale." Tony Horwitz's riveting book travels antebellum America to deliver both a taut historical drama and a telling portrait of a nation divided—a time that still resonates in ours.
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company
ISBN: 1429996986
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 383
Book Description
A New York Times Notable Book for 2011 A Library Journal Top Ten Best Books of 2011 A Boston Globe Best Nonfiction Book of 2011 Bestselling author Tony Horwitz tells the electrifying tale of the daring insurrection that put America on the path to bloody war Plotted in secret, launched in the dark, John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry was a pivotal moment in U.S. history. But few Americans know the true story of the men and women who launched a desperate strike at the slaveholding South. Now, Midnight Rising portrays Brown's uprising in vivid color, revealing a country on the brink of explosive conflict. Brown, the descendant of New England Puritans, saw slavery as a sin against America's founding principles. Unlike most abolitionists, he was willing to take up arms, and in 1859 he prepared for battle at a hideout in Maryland, joined by his teenage daughter, three of his sons, and a guerrilla band that included former slaves and a dashing spy. On October 17, the raiders seized Harpers Ferry, stunning the nation and prompting a counterattack led by Robert E. Lee. After Brown's capture, his defiant eloquence galvanized the North and appalled the South, which considered Brown a terrorist. The raid also helped elect Abraham Lincoln, who later began to fulfill Brown's dream with the Emancipation Proclamation, a measure he called "a John Brown raid, on a gigantic scale." Tony Horwitz's riveting book travels antebellum America to deliver both a taut historical drama and a telling portrait of a nation divided—a time that still resonates in ours.
A Midnight Clear
Author: William Wharton
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 1557049904
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 229
Book Description
Set in the Ardennes Forest on Christmas Eve 1944, Sergeant Will Knott and five other GIs are ordered close to the German lines to establish an observation post in an abandoned chateau. Here they play at being soldiers in what seems to be complete isolation. That is, until the Germans begin revealing their whereabouts and leaving signs of their presence: a scarecrow, equipment the squad had dropped on a retreat from a reconnaissance mission and, strangest of all, a small fir tree hung with fruit, candles, and cardboard stars. Suddenly, Knott and the others must unravel these mysteries, learning as they do about themselves, about one another, and about the "enemy," until A Midnight Clear reaches its unexpected climax, one of the most shattering in the literature of war.
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 1557049904
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 229
Book Description
Set in the Ardennes Forest on Christmas Eve 1944, Sergeant Will Knott and five other GIs are ordered close to the German lines to establish an observation post in an abandoned chateau. Here they play at being soldiers in what seems to be complete isolation. That is, until the Germans begin revealing their whereabouts and leaving signs of their presence: a scarecrow, equipment the squad had dropped on a retreat from a reconnaissance mission and, strangest of all, a small fir tree hung with fruit, candles, and cardboard stars. Suddenly, Knott and the others must unravel these mysteries, learning as they do about themselves, about one another, and about the "enemy," until A Midnight Clear reaches its unexpected climax, one of the most shattering in the literature of war.