Nicholas Christopher Volgorde van de boeken

Jetzt im Taschenbuch New Orleans, 1904: An einem schwülen Julinachmittag hat sich in einer Suite des Hotel Balfour die Band des legendären Kornettisten Charles »Buddy« Bolden eingefunden. Seine Interpretation des ›Tiger Rag‹ wird auf Edison-Zylindern aufgezeichnet, einer technischen Neuheit, die Boldens Musik – bislang nur live zu erleben – einem breiteren Publikum zugänglich machen soll. Bald darauf wird Bolden in eine Nervenheilanstalt eingewiesen, die er zeitlebens nicht mehr verlassen wird. Die drei Aufnahmen werden zur begehrten Rarität. Hundert Jahre später fällt einer jungen Musikerin eine dieser Walzen in die Hände. Wie hätte sie ahnen können, dass ihr Großvater, den sie nie kennengelernt hat, in einen der größten Skandale der Jazzgeschichte verwickelt war?

Set against the backdrop of a transformed Lower Manhattan, Leo's encounter with the enigmatic Veronica leads him into a surreal realm where reality intertwines with illusion. The narrative unfolds ten years after her father, the renowned magician Albin White, vanished during a time-travel act, sabotaged by his apprentice Starwood. As Leo navigates this mystical city filled with dragonpoints and Tibetan mysticism, the quest to uncover the truth about White's fate and the nature of time itself becomes a compelling journey.

The narrative weaves together a fantastical historical mystery with a haunting love story, centering on the quest for a long-lost book that reveals the animals omitted from Noah's Ark. Blending emotional depth with elements of the uncanny, the tale explores themes of loss and discovery through richly drawn characters. The author, praised for their remarkable gifts, creates a compelling journey that captivates the imagination while delving into profound questions about history and humanity.

In this shimmering work of fiction, Nicholas Christopher follows the remarkable life of Franklin Flyer--a restless young inventor named after the train on which he was born--through the tumultuous years of the Great Depression, into the Second World War. NPR sponsorships

Set against a backdrop of rich storytelling, this novel weaves a tapestry of imaginative narratives reminiscent of The Arabian Nights. It offers an erudite blend of artfulness and entertainment, captivating readers with its lavish inventiveness. The intricate plot and vibrant characters invite exploration of themes that resonate deeply, making it a significant contribution to contemporary literature.