The Fire Concerto hometown players

The Fire Concerto hometown playersA beautifully written, evocative literary page turner about a brilliant nineteenth century female pianist from Poland lost to history and another womans quest to ensure she is not forgottenwith a shocking twist of a finale. Clara Bishop hasnt touched a piano since a concert hall fire nearly took her life a decade ago, ending her career as a rising star in the world of classical music. Significantly scarred and unable to play, she has turned away from

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