Roman Song by Brian Kennedy

Roman Song by Brian Kennedy

When Fergal Flynn's remarkable singing talent is discovered by world-renowned opera star Alfredo Moretti, the young man sets out from his native Belfast for Rome, to study under the famous singer. This new, sophisticated world is a far cry from working-class Belfast. But Fergal soon finds out that escaping from a troubled past is not just a matter of geography. The more he tries to disguise his rough edges, the harder it becomes for him to unearth his true voice. Moving back in time to the glamour of 1950s Venice, Roman Song also tells the story of three leading lights of Tosca - Alfredo, Marla Davis and Brendan Fiscetti - and of Amelia, the beautiful widowed countess, whose entrance stage-left creates a bitter rift between the three companions. When, three decades on, Alfredo gets word that Brendan Fiscetti is starring at the Teatro where Fergal works backstage, it becomes clear that Fergal is not the only one running from his past . . . Roman Song is an enchanting and funny tale of coming to terms with your true self, and of how facing your demons can open the door to the fulfilment of dreams.

PRAISE FOR THE ARRIVAL OF FERGAL FLYNN
'An impressive achievement' - Dermot Bolger, Sunday Tribune
'A perfect blend of pathos and humour...sensitively written.' - Ireland on Sunday
'An intriguing and superbly constructed story.' - Sunday World
'Highly recommended.' - Woman's Way

Brian Kennedy is one of Ireland's best-loved singer-songwriters. His first novel The Arrival Of Fergal Flynn received a warm reception and charted on the best-seller list when it was published in 2004. Roman Song is his second novel. Brian now lives in Dublin.

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ISBN 13	9780340832318
ISBN 10	0340832312
Title	Roman Song
Author	Brian Kennedy
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Hachette Books Ireland
Year published	2005-10-26
Number of pages	320
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.