Fascinated by my
dad’s extraordinary
story

More about the book

I have always been fascinated by my dad’s life story, but it wasn’t until shortly after my 50th birthday that he asked, “So, when are you truly going to start writing?” He was 85 at the time, and it struck me that many from his generation had already passed, taking their stories with them.

Inspired by his question, I embarked on a two-year journey of writing and researching, interviewing my dad via Skype to capture the essence of his experiences.

Even Without Blood centers around Victor, and his aunt Hilda. Victor begins the story as a lively young boy, growing up in a privileged environment. However, after losing his parents, being branded an enemy, and losing his home, he and his aunt find themselves almost destitute, eventually ending up interned in an isolated mountain village. The trauma of these events taught Victor to stay silent, which took a toll on his health later in life. It became essential for him to start talking.

Aunt Hilda, an adventurous, strong, and generous woman, took care of Victor throughout the war. Born and raised in Vienna, she moved to Indonesia in 1910, where she played a pivotal role in Victor’s life.

Even Without Blood would not exist without my community, who stood by me throughout the years it took to write it.

I am also deeply appreciative of the team at HarperCollins Holland for taking on the publication of the Dutch novel [title Schuilen Tussen Bamboe].

About Victor

Victor Treipl was born in Bandung, on Java, Indonesia, in 1931. Even Without Blood is based on the first thirty years of his life.

Victor was a go-getter with an entrepreneurial spirit, a non-conformist who wasn’t much of a talker—though that changed over the years. He was a devoted family man and a reliable friend.

Victor passed away peacefully in November 2021 at the age of 90.

Where to buy

Even Without Blood is available in both paperback and ebook formats.

You can purchase the ebook and paperback now!

Amazon Canada
Amazon USA
Amazon UK
Amazon Australia
Amazon Asia-Pacific
Amazon Brazil
Amazon France
Amazon Germany
Amazon Holland
Amazon Italy
Amazon Japan
Amazon Mexico
Amazon Spain

Kobo worldwide

Barnes & Noble

Bookstores and libraries can order Even Without Blood at wholesale pricing through IngramSpark as of the launch date, September 15.

The Dutch edition Schuilen Tussen Bamboe is still available as an ebook, audiobook and paperback through HarperCollins, bol.com and Amazon. You can also order it at your local bookstore!