The Violin Thief: A Curious Tale of Lost & Found
The Violin Thief: A Curious Tale of Lost & Found
This atmospheric novel reveals magic in the everyday life of an orphan-while it speculates on the disappearance of a historical violin, a 1940 crime still shrouded in mystery. An engaging tale of ambition and passion. Of young love and betrayal. A heartwarming search for redemption told with lyrical tenderness.
Coming of Age-Historical Fiction-Magical Realism wrapped up with love.
THE ORPHAN
It's 1941, in the idyllic Adirondacks. A wondrous violin is charming six-year-old Douglas Tryzyna. In her wordless language she tells him they are destined to spark kindness and joy, together. Overawed, Douglas names the violin Magic Muriel. His guardian, perturbed by her charge's infatuation, seeks help.
THE TYRANNICAL FATHER & THE REBELLIOUS SON
Professor Stoya, recent Berlin émigré, accepts Douglas into his music conservatory. This teacher, who craves fame for himself and his obstinate son, Willi, knows exactly how to trap Douglas, long-term, for his purposes. Douglas, an avid student, falls prey to the Professor's dictates, and worse, he's stuck with Willi as a frenemy. Meanwhile, poetic piano student, Violette, captures his heart-while it stirs up Willi's jealousy.
THE OPPORTUNITY & OBSESSION
1953. Just when Douglas' benevolent destiny with Magic Muriel seems possible, a clash of desires sets off a chain reaction of ruinous events. Distressed adults, desperate Willi, and a conflicted sweetheart juggle the situation. For Douglas, only one thing is certain. Navigating a fractured future will require courage, forgiveness, kindness, and the grace of music.
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This atmospheric novel reveals magic in the everyday life of an orphan-while it speculates on the disappearance of a historical violin, a 1940 crime still shrouded in mystery. An engaging tale of ambition and passion. Of young love and betrayal. A heartwarming search for redemption told with lyrical tenderness.
Coming of Age-Historical Fiction-Magical Realism wrapped up with love.
THE ORPHAN
It's 1941, in the idyllic Adirondacks. A wondrous violin is charming six-year-old Douglas Tryzyna. In her wordless language she tells him they are destined to spark kindness and joy, together. Overawed, Douglas names the violin Magic Muriel. His guardian, perturbed by her charge's infatuation, seeks help.
THE TYRANNICAL FATHER & THE REBELLIOUS SON
Professor Stoya, recent Berlin émigré, accepts Douglas into his music conservatory. This teacher, who craves fame for himself and his obstinate son, Willi, knows exactly how to trap Douglas, long-term, for his purposes. Douglas, an avid student, falls prey to the Professor's dictates, and worse, he's stuck with Willi as a frenemy. Meanwhile, poetic piano student, Violette, captures his heart-while it stirs up Willi's jealousy.
THE OPPORTUNITY & OBSESSION
1953. Just when Douglas' benevolent destiny with Magic Muriel seems possible, a clash of desires sets off a chain reaction of ruinous events. Distressed adults, desperate Willi, and a conflicted sweetheart juggle the situation. For Douglas, only one thing is certain. Navigating a fractured future will require courage, forgiveness, kindness, and the grace of music.
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