Magic Muriel The Violin Thief

Coming of Age-Historical Music Fiction-Magical Realism ~ unfolding with lyrical tenderness.1941 Adirondacks, New York. A stern guardian and a kind nanny disagree about their sensitive orphan who claims to communicate with a mysterious violin. But when the town's Professor bamboozles that violin in exchange the boy's music lessons, emotions get tangled. The ambitious professor's son gains a blood-brother...and a rival. A piano student gets caught in a love triangle. Emotionally charged parents, mentors, and teens, seek to control the situation. Ultimately, ambition warps into obsession. Rash choices heighten suspenseful drama. Only the magical violin will predict the multi-generational tragedy...and the possibility of miracles.The sixteen-year drama explores themes: connection, love, loss, forgiveness, the complexities of the heart, and the healing power of music.