“In the Sun and in the Shadow” is an atmospheric and lyrical novel. Harry and Catherine's love story is set against the dazzling backdrop of post-war New York, where Harry returns after serving in the 82nd Airborne Division. He was not afraid of death, but he was glad that it did not overtake him. He is alive, which means that love and happiness are ahead, which means you can breathe peaceful air, admire the leisurely flow of the river, sunsets and sunrises, enjoy ordinary life, finding joy in the most seemingly insignificant little things. But if there is sun, there is also shadow If there is happiness, then danger is somewhere nearby. And Harry is not used to retreating from danger.