Based on correspondences by Tchaikovsky to his family, friends and colleagues, this sensual novel brings to light the intimate personal story previously guarded by the composer. Historical documents and recently uncovered revelations about his life added greatly to this incredible but true tale.
Deftly written, the novel follows Tchaikovsky from the time of his youthful creation of the ballet Swan Lake up to his mysterious and controversial death, bringing to life the beautiful yet tragic events that marked his life and the lovers that inspired his greatest creativity.
Giving rise to fame that was at odds with his introverted demeanor, Pyotr Ilyich’s work required travel to Paris, Vienna, Florence, Venice, and New York, as well as Saint Petersburg and Moscow. His catastrophic marriage, and the events leading up to his secret, illegal trial for homosexuality are also explored here.
Did society forgive him, or did fate have the last word? A fascinating read with a stunning ending.
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“One of the best treatments of Tchaikovsky, fiction or nonfiction, ever written in English. The intelligently-handled theme of pre-20th-century homosexuality will come as a revelation to many readers. Enthusiastically recommended!” -The Historical Novel Society
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Today, Tchaikovsky is a deserved hero of the LGBTQ community.
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Fate - The Tchaikovsky Novel 