In her debut novel, Romer Wilson delves into the life of Martin Schüler, a gifted young German composer navigating the tumultuous years leading up to the Great War. Driven by an insatiable desire to create a timeless masterpiece, Schüler sacrifices his personal relationships, plunging into a series of tumultuous and unequal love affairs. This compelling narrative not only captures Schülers internal battle between his earthly passions and his quest for eternal fame but also paints a vivid picture of Europe on the brink of catastrophe. - Summary by Expatriate