A Fierce Radiance: A WWII Thriller and Love Story – A Photojournalist Uncovers Murder, Espionage, and Penicillin's Secrets

A Fierce Radiance: A WWII Thriller and Love Story – A Photojournalist Uncovers Murder, Espionage, and Penicillin's Secrets

<p><strong><em>Washington Post </em>Best Novel of the Year</strong></p><p><strong>An NPR Best Mystery of the Year</strong></p><p>“An engrossing and ambitious novel that vividly portrays a critical time in American history.” — <em>Booklist</em> (starred review) </p><p>“Enthralling. <em>A Fierce Radiance</em> shines with fascinating detail.... Belfer’s powerful portrayal of how people are changed in pursuit of a miracle makes this book an especially compelling read.” — Nancy Horan, author of<em> Loving Frank</em> </p><p>Set during the uncertain early days of World War II, this suspenseful story from the <em>New York Times</em> bestselling author of <em>City of Light</em> follows the work of photojournalist Claire Shipley as she captures America’s race to develop life-saving antibiotics—an assignment that will involve blackmail, espionage, and murder. </p>