Description
In an Italian monastery, an infamous sculptor lies dying and, in his final hours, recounts the life that made him—beginning with poverty, ambition, and an extraordinary encounter that changed everything. When he meets Viola, the daughter of a powerful aristocratic family, their instant attraction ignites a love story that unfolds against the upheavals of the twentieth century, as art, politics, and personal freedom collide. Spanning decades, they are repeatedly separated by circumstance, yet each finds a different way to keep moving forward—he through his celebrated work, she through education, independence, and self-determination. With its sweeping historical canvas and star-crossed romance, this inventive epic explores devotion, resilience, and the enduring power of choosing one another, even when history won’t cooperate.
Available Editions
paperback
Atlantic Books
Published Aug 28, 2025
371 pages
ISBN: 9781805462743
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Details
First Published
2025
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Watching over Her by Jean-Baptiste Andrea.