The Widow and Her Hero'A subtle examination of heroism This clever, compelling novel asks some uncomfortable questions' PENELOPE LIVELY, THE GUARDIAN To be a hero's wife in times supposedly suited to the heroic caused a woman to swallow doubt. I knew in general terms I was marrying a hero. The burden lay lightly on Leo, and to be a hero's wife in times supposedly suited to the heroic caused a woman to swallow doubt . . . The Japanese had barely been turned away. It was