The Butterfly and the Violin
- Fiction
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Published: 2014
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Publisher's Description
Based on the real orchestra composed of prisoners at Auschwitz, The Butterfly and the Violin shows how beauty and hope can penetrate even the darkest corners. Present day: Manhattan art dealer Sera James watched her world crumble at the altar two years ago, and her heart is still fragile. Her desire for distraction reignites a passion for a mysterious portrait she first saw as a young girl—a painting of a young violinist with piercing blue eyes. In her search for the painting, Sera crosses paths with William Hanover—the grandson of a wealthy California real estate mogul—who may be the key to uncovering the hidden masterpiece. Together Sera and William slowly unravel the story behind the painting’s subject: Austrian violinist Adele Von Bron. 1942: A darling of the Austrian aristocracy, talented violinist, and daughter to a high-ranking member of the Third Reich, Adele Von Bron risks everything when she begins smuggling Jews out of Vienna. In a heartbeat, her life of prosperity and privilege dissolves into a world of starvation and barbed wire. As Sera untangles the secrets behind the painting, she finds beauty in the most unlikely places: the grim concentration camps of Auschwitz and the inner recesses of her own troubled heart. “Cambron expertly weaves together multiple plotlines, timelines, and perspectives to produce a poignant tale of the power of love and faith in difficult circumstances. Those interested in stories of survival and the Holocaust, such as Eli Wiesel’s Night, will want to read.” — Library Journal, starred review Stand-alone World War II historical fiction Full-length novel, approximately 115,000 words Includes discussion questions for book clubs Also available from Kristy Cambron: The Italian Ballerina, The Paris Dressmaker, The Lost Castle, The Ringmaster’s Wife, and The Illusionist’s Apprentice
Endorsements (7)
“Cambron’s debut novel is rife with history, faith, and hope. It will entrance readers with its poignant characters, intriguing plot, and unpredictable love story.”
“Fresh. Fascinating. Unforgettable. The Butterfly and the Violin is a masterpiece of a debut. From stunning cover to satisfying conclusion, this poignant novel marks Kristy Cambron as an author to watch.”
“The Butterfly and the Violin held me captive from first note to final moment. Just like the beautiful violin Adele plays, Cambron lyrically weaves words and emotions, carries you through a simultaneously heartbreaking and uplifting story, and leaves you yearning for more. Absolutely spellbinding!”
“The Butterfly and the Violin is a powerful debut novel that weaves together a touching contemporary story with dramatic events in World War II. A compelling plot and an intriguing cast of characters illustrate that even in the darkest times, when evil seems impossible to overcome, hope can be found through trusting God and using our gifts as an act of worship. Readers of historical fiction will be captivated by this inspiring novel!”
“Cambron’s debut, The Butterfly and the Violin, is a wonderful read! I loved deciphering the mystery of what really happened, and the novel revealed a piece of World War II history I’d never heard before. Original and enthralling.”
“In The Butterfly and the Violin author Kristy Cambron weaves together two intriguing stories: one set during World War II in Auschwitz, and the other set in present day. The past and the present intersect, revealing profound truths of how there is beauty to be found in the darkest moments of our lives—and reasons to trust God even when it seems wiser to abandon hope. Cambron’s novel touched my heart and challenged me to think more about the meaning—and the cost—of love and courage.”
“The Butterfly and the Violin, with its skillfully woven modern-day and World War II storylines, instantly put Kristy Cambron on my ‘favorite authors’ list. Her characters captured my heart right from the start, and her wonderfully paced plot fed my love for both historical and contemporary fiction. Cambron’s portrayal of Auschwitz, especially, stunned and impacted me. Truly, one of the most moving novels I’ve read.”
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