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‘Crescent Moon’ illuminates little-known era, the Ottoman Empire

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Mark Macedonia, author of “Beneath A Crescent Moon,” looks through his book Friday, March 10, at his house in Adams Township. Justin Guido/Butler Eagle
Mark Macedonia, author of “Beneath A Crescent Moon,” looks through his book Friday, March 10, at his house in Adams Township. Justin Guido/Butler Eagle

A retired Seneca Valley Intermediate High School history teacher’s expertise came into play in his second published novel that uses a little-known period as a backdrop.

Mark Macedonia’s “Beneath A Crescent Moon” offers a story of love, betrayal, and survival during the 16th-century Ottoman Empire. [Read more…] about ‘Crescent Moon’ illuminates little-known era, the Ottoman Empire

Beneath A Crescent Moon by Mark Macedonia

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Beneath A Crescent Moon by Mark Macedonia

Release Date: March 15, 2023

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“An engaging adventure and melodrama bolstered by a trove of historical factoids…” – KIRKUS REVIEWS

” An addicting combination of historical fact with a Shakespearean Romeo and Juliet love affair.“ –DW

“Fascinating events, great characters and an entertaining story line. Loved it.” –Sue

An elite soldier chosen for greatness. An empire extending its reach. Will love or loyalty carry through until dawn?

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