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The Desert Islander

Stella Benson

Narrated by Cathy Dobson

Released
June 21, 2017
Length
49 mins
Format
Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher
Red Door Audiobooks
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In "The Desert Islander," authored by Stella Benson, a deserter from the French Foreign Legion seeks refuge with an Englishman in remote southern China amid the chaos of war. The legionnaire's narcissism and lack of empathy clash with the Englishman's steadfast demeanor as they embark on a perilous journey to find medical help for the legionnaire's gangrenous leg. This intriguing tale explores themes of personality and human connection against a backdrop of conflict and survival.
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