THE GLASSBLOWER’S WIFE
by JOANNA CAMPBELL SLAN
Historical Mystery – short story
Synopsis:
When Jewish glassmakers and their families flee the powerful Doge of Venice, the cost of their freedom is three hundred and fifty-seven mirrors—the creation of the magnificent Hall of Mirrors in Versailles. But the Doge sends assassins to pick off the artists, one by one. Can Ruth Telfin, the mute widow of the head glassmaker, save her people?
When Jewish glassmakers and their families flee the powerful Doge of Venice, the cost of their freedom is three hundred and fifty-seven mirrors—the creation of the magnificent Hall of Mirrors in Versailles. But the Doge sends assassins to pick off the artists, one by one. Can Ruth Telfin, the mute widow of the head glassmaker, save her people?
Review:
The Glassblower's Wife is a long short story about the glassmakers who created the Hall of Mirrors at Versailles. Although I love history and historical fiction, I was not familiar with the fascinating and sad background of this story.
The central characters are Rabbi Saul Telfin, who is a master glassblower, and his wife, Ruth, who was born mute. I loved reading about both of them, and found them compelling both individually and as a couple.
The story is beautifully told by Joanna Campbell Slan. It reminded me a bit of the fairytale-like stories of Isaac Bashevis Singer. My only complaint is I wish it had been longer; I would love to read a whole book about Ruth's life. I cannot recommend this story highly enough!
About This Author
Joanna Campbell Slan is the
award-winning author of the Kiki Lowenstein Mysteries (an Agatha Award
Finalist) and two other mystery series. Her stories in the Chicken Soup
for the Soul series has been read and loved by millions. Her books
reviving the classic heroine Jane Eyre have won the prestigious Daphne
du Maurier Award. In her past life, Joanna was a television talk show
host, an adjunct professor of public relations, a sought-after
motivational speaker, and a corporate speechwriter. She is married to
David Slan, CEO of Steinway Piano Gallery-DC. The Slans make their home
on Jupiter Island, Florida.
Author Links:
Website http://www.joannaslan.com
Blog http://www.joannaslan.blogspot.com
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Purchase Link:
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I received a copy of this story from Great Escapes Book Tours in exchange for an honest review.
