David Benioff
4 SeriesDavid Benioff is an American author and screenwriter known for his work in historical fiction, suspense, and literary novels. He has written screenplays for films such as "Brothers" and "X-Men Origins: Wolverine." Benioff is also a co-creator and writer of the television series "Game of Thrones."
In David Benioff's "City of Thieves," Lev Beniov is arrested for looting during the Nazi siege of Leningrad and shares a cell with deserter Kolya. Offered a chance to save their lives, they are tasked with finding a dozen eggs for a Soviet colonel's daughter's wedding cake in a city stripped of supplies. Their desperate search takes them through the lawless streets of Leningrad and behind enemy lines. This gripping World War II adventure blends thrilling action with a poignant coming-of-age narrative, exploring how boys become men amidst dire circumstances.
