The Doctor And The Diva by Adrienne Mcdonnell

The Doctor And The Diva by Adrienne Mcdonnell

Boston, 1903. Dr Ravell is a young obstetrician whose reputation for helping couples conceive has made him a rising star. He is flattered when a family of illustrious physicians turns to him to treat one of its own members. Erika von Kessler is a beautiful, ambitious - and married - opera singer who has struggled for years to become pregnant. As the young doctor's attraction to her increases, and his treatments prove ineffectual, Erika's despair worsens. And when Dr Ravell takes a great risk that may imperil his promising career - a secret he can share with no one - it is a decision that will change their dreams and destinies. What ensues is an unforgettable love story that sweeps across snowy Boston, a lush island in the Caribbean to the graceful piazzas and opera stages of Italy.

Some novels just naturally enslave you, and this is one of them. . From the very first pages, we are utterly engaged in what's going to happen to these three people -- they become as close to us as family friends. A brilliant debut novel * WASHINGTON POST *
Amazing . . . quite simply, one of the best novels I've read all year * HISTORICAL NOVELS REVIEW *
Sumptuous . . . explosive . . . Read the book now, then place bets on when the movie version will come out * REDBOOK *
Classic storytelling and modern sensibility . . . A book to treasure and recommend * BOOKPAGE *

Adrienne McDonnell's novel was inspired by her ancestor, a woman who deserted her wealthy husband and young son in Boston to pursue her art in Italy. Adrienne has taught literature and fiction writing, and lives in San Francisco.

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ISBN 13	9780751543605
ISBN 10	0751543608
Title	The Doctor And The Diva
Author	Adrienne Mcdonnell
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Little, Brown Book Group
Year published	2011-04-28
Number of pages	448
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.