Publication

1986 - Persea Books, New York, New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

46,250 words, Guess

Page Count

185 pages

Identifiers

and 2 more
  • Goodreads444982
  • LibraryThing1649772

Classifications

  • DDC823
  • LCCPR9619.3.J68 M49 1986

Description

Sent to board with an odd European family as a child so he can be tutored in the cello, Jacob remains with them after his father dies and he inherits a good bit of money. He becomes an accomplished cellist, taught by patriarch Leopold, and is cared for by Leopold's eccentric sisters, Tante Rosa and Tante Heloise. The retarded son, Waldmar, torments Jacob; the lovely daughter, Louise, charms him. Jacob and Louise eventually marry but his obsessive love for Madge, a violinist in the orchestra, leads to tragedy and loss as dark family secrets are revealed. A story of family bonds, failed dreams, and twisted love.

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Other Editions

  • Milk and honey: a novelPersea Books1986-01-01

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