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In an Italian monastery, an infamous sculptor lays on his death bed. During Mimo’s final hours, he reveals his life story: his impoverished childhood, his unlikely rise to fame and most importantly, his meeting with Viola, the daughter of a powerful aristocratic family. Mimo and Viola are instantly drawn to one another. Together, they traverse the unrest of the twentieth century. While Mimo becomes a celebrated artist, Viola fights to claim her education and independence. Over the decades, they will lose and find each other, but never will they give up on the love they share.
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A sprawling fresco and star-crossed love story
New York Times
An inventive epic
Elle
All the savagery and beauty of Italian life between the wars is found in this utterly compelling tale of art, love, sacrifice and vengeance. One of the best historical novels you are likely to read
Christine Dwyer Hickey, author of OUR LONDON LIVES
It's high-quality popular literature… and that is what the Goncourt is about
Philippe Claudel, Prix Goncourt 2023 juror
Extremely refreshing… like a hyacinth emerging in the undergrowth
Dider Decoin, Prix Goncourt 2023 jury president
Dimensions | 156 cm |
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