Author Talk: "Star Crossed" by Simon Worrell and Heather Dune Macadam | East Hampton Library

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Join us for an engaging Author Talk featuring Simon Worrell and Heather Dune Macadam as they discuss their captivating novel "Star Crossed". Set in Paris, 1940, amidst the German Occupation, this story follows the courageous journey of Annette Zelman, a spirited Jewish teenager, and Jean Jausion, a talented Catholic poet. Despite the disapproval of their devout families, Annette and Jean find solace and acceptance at the renowned Café de Flore, frequented by influential figures such as Simone de Beauvoir, Pablo Picasso, and Django Reinhardt. As the Nazis tighten their grip on the Jewish community, Annette and Jean's forbidden love is put to the ultimate test. Brace yourself for a tale of resilience and heartbreak in the face of malevolent forces. Heather Dune Macadam, an esteemed author and board member of Cities of Peace: Auschwitz, sheds light on the battle against Holocaust denial. Her international bestseller "999: The Extraordinary Young Women of the First Official Transport to Auschwitz" has been translated into 18 languages, and she has received recognition from prestigious institutions such as Yad Vashem and the USC Shoah Foundation. Simon Worrell, renowned for his novels "The Very White of Love" and "The Poet and the Murderer", has captivated readers with his eloquent writing style and gripping storytelling. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to hear from two accomplished authors as they delve into the depths of history and share their remarkable tales. The Author Talk will take place on September 22, 2023, at the East Hampton Library's Baldwin Family Room, located at 159 Main Street, East Hampton, NY 11937. Admission is free. For more information, please visit www.heatherdune.com.