Petra Durst-Benning has developed a loyal following for her well-researched historical novels in her native Germany, where she lives with her husband. She has written more than a dozen books, many of which have gone on to be bestsellers. Durst-Benning's love of the US dates back many years. She visited frequently as a child and developed a passion for American bestsellers, which went on to inspire her own writing career in later years. The Glassblower's English-language debut is, in many ways, the fulfillment of a girlhood dream.A greeting from the author:"Hi,my Name is Petra, I'm a German Author and in the last 20 years I have written more than a dozen novels, most of which have become bestsellers. Some were also transformed into movies in German Television - that was an exciting experience!But even more exciting for me is the fact that "The glassblower" is now published in English. This is a lifelong dream come true for me ...I always want to write about something fresh and new, topics where already dozens of books exist, bore me. So in each of my books my research begins at point zero. I love that! I will never forget my research in Lauscha about the glassblowers, it was so inspiring, colourful and heartwarming!Mostly I write about strong woman who go their way even when it is stony and hard. My characters are like friends for me and they stay with me even after completion of a book.The three sisters in "The glassblower" are like best friends for me, too. From all three I like sensible Johanna best. Perhaps you like headstrong Ruth best? Or courageous Marie? Anyway, I wish you a lot of fun reading "The Glassblower" and my other books!If you want to read more about me, please visit my homepage www.durst-benning.comWith lots of love - Petra"