Watching Over Her: The prize-winning million-copy-bestselling
In an Italian monastery, an infamous sculptor lays on his death bed. During Mimo's final hours, he reveals his life story: his impoverished childhood, his unlikely rise to fame and most importantly, his meeting with Viola, the daughter of a powerful aristocratic family. Mimo and Viola are instantly drawn to one another. Together, they traverse the unrest of the twentieth century. While Mimo becomes a celebrated artist, Viola fights to claim her education and independence. Over the decades, they will lose and find each other, but never will they give up on the love they share. Readers around the world love Watching Over Her: 'One of the most beautiful, best-written books I have ever read' 'Something truly special' 'Reading this book is pure joy' 'An authentic masterpiece' 'It is a long time since I have been so impressed by a novel'
Author: Jean-Baptiste Andrea
Format: Paperback, 544 pages, 156mm x 234mm
Published: 2025, Atlantic Books, United Kingdom
Genre: General & Literary Fiction
In an Italian monastery, an infamous sculptor lays on his death bed. During Mimo's final hours, he reveals his life story: his impoverished childhood, his unlikely rise to fame and most importantly, his meeting with Viola, the daughter of a powerful aristocratic family. Mimo and Viola are instantly drawn to one another. Together, they traverse the unrest of the twentieth century. While Mimo becomes a celebrated artist, Viola fights to claim her education and independence. Over the decades, they will lose and find each other, but never will they give up on the love they share. Readers around the world love Watching Over Her: 'One of the most beautiful, best-written books I have ever read' 'Something truly special' 'Reading this book is pure joy' 'An authentic masterpiece' 'It is a long time since I have been so impressed by a novel'