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A timely historical fiction series by award-winning Canadian author, D.K.R. Boyd

How Adolf Hitler and the National Socialists came to power in Germany in the 1930’s.

The historical fiction series which resonates around our world in the 21st Century.

Set in multiple locales in Canada, America, France, Germany, and England, before and during the Second World War, 

The Reflecting Man is the antic, ribald journey of a loquacious and unreliable narrator, Kurtis De’ath, from the Maritimes

in Canada, whose unusual talents lead him into the innermost circles of Hitler’s Third Reich and Churchill’s British government. 

Kurtis’ journey through the roots and branches of actual historical figures and events is, at its heart, in meticulous detail, 

an examination of how Europe went to war in 1939. The Reflecting Man is himself a reflection of his times. 

The novel is widely and deeply researched, employing hundreds of non-fiction accounts, journals, 

and diaries of actual participants and observers of the darkening clouds over Europe and the descent into war. MORE

“Dense and yet compelling, Boyd's prose and detail make for a read that is witty and paced just right as it weaves through

modern history in a way that I have not seen since Dorothy Dunnett conquered the events of the late Middle Ages.” 

Amazon 4 Stars

"Boyd’s skill at weaving exposition into his narrative is so great that the large and complicated plot moves forward very smoothly. 

Watching 20th century history unfold through the unmistakable viewpoint of Kurtis De’ath would be a treat for 

any lover of well-done historical fiction. Promised sequels are eagerly anticipated.” Historical Novel Society

“Style is very different from the late and lamented Dorothy Dunnett, but the feel of being taken for an ultimate ride 

through events that fascinate and prove gripping even when known are the same.” Amazon

“The Reflecting Man vaulted to my Top Ten books of the year and the announced sequel[s]
became a huge ASAP. Highly, highly recommended. Goodreads 5 Stars

“Boyd paints a convincing picture of Nazi depravity with his detailed descriptions of Germany 

under the Third Reich [with] a fascinating protagonist.”  Publishers Weekly

“I’m enjoying it! A long book, but keeps you going through entertaining, believable 

and endearing personalities. I recommend it for a bedtime read.” Amazon