The Violin Maker’s Secret
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4.4 • 176 Ratings
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- $2.99
Publisher Description
The brand new book from the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Lost Bookshop!
'Heartwarming and full of wonder … a spellbinding tale’ Barnes & Noble Reads
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APPLE BOOKS REVIEW
A violin left in the lost and found is the spark that ignites this magical work of historical fiction. When Devlin finds the beautiful instrument while working in baggage claim at Heathrow Airport, the treasure seems too good to be true—and maybe it is. Roping in his old history teacher Walter and an appraiser named Gabrielle, Devlin dives into the incredible story behind the violin, binding the three of them in a thrilling quest that stretches from London to Milan to Cremona. We adored the way this unique narrative often stars the violin itself, and we follow along as it witnesses centuries of history, enchanting all those who come across it (including the likes of Niccolò Paganini). This whimsical, atmospheric story is embellished with touches of magical realism and fascinating insights into the bewitching worlds of composers and luthiers throughout time.
Customer Reviews
Outstanding
A very good read concerning a most interesting subject, but with an ending that was weak when compared with the book in its entirety. Excluding the ending I would rate it 5 stars.
Love inspiration
Wow just wow. Love loss and magic. Laughed, cried and felt free. Love the historical aspects went great with classical music.
Creative but predictable
Excellent story and ‘concept’. If you liked the movie The Red Violin then this may resonate. It flows into too-sappy and neat and predictable but it still goes down easy.