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Based on the real orchestra composed of prisoners at Auschwitz, The Butterfly and the Violin shows how beauty and hope can penetrate even the darkest corners.Present day: Manhattan art dealer Sera James watched her world crumble at the altar two years ago, and her heart is still fragile. Her desire for distraction reignites a passion for a mysterious portrait she first saw as a young girl—a painting of a young violinist with piercing blue eyes.In her search for the painting, Sera crosses paths with William Hanover—the grandson of a wealthy California real estate mogul—who may be the key to uncovering the hidden masterpiece. Together Sera and William slowly unravel the story behind the painting’s subject: Austrian violinist Adele Von Bron.1942: A darling of the Austrian aristocracy, talented violinist, and daughter to a high-ranking member of the Third Reich, Adele Von Bron risks everything when she begins smuggling Jews out of Vienna. In a heartbeat, her life of prosperity and privilege dissolves into a world of starvation and barbed wire.As Sera untangles the secrets behind the painting, she finds beauty in the most unlikely places: the grim concentration camps of Auschwitz and the inner recesses of her own troubled heart.“Cambron expertly weaves together multiple plotlines, timelines, and perspectives to produce a poignant tale of the power of love and faith in difficult circumstances. Those interested in stories of survival and the Holocaust, such as Eli Wiesel’s Night, will want to read.” —Library Journal, starred reviewStand-alone World War II historical fictionFull-length novel, approximately 115,000 wordsAlso available from Kristy Cambron: The Italian Ballerina, The Paris Dressmaker, The Lost Castle, The Ringmaster’s Wife, and The Illusionist’s Apprentice Read more

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    • Brilliant Debut Novel Must Read
Format: Kindle
I'm thankful for the review copy of a book that introduced me to Kristy Cambron and her moving and brilliant debut novel. This book has two engaging story lines seamlessly interwoven creating a powerful read. I sure wish my history books in school were as riveting as this novel; I might have done better on my tests. This story and it's characters are unforgettable. The story opens with Sera James owner of a Manhattan art gallery. She is obsessed with finding an original Holocaust Era painting of a girl Sera had seen as a child in Paris. Sera and her assistant have been searching diligently for two years and have finally come across a lead. Sera says to Peggy, "Let me get this straight, we found a painting by chance, but it's not the original. And though it happens to be an image of our long-lost girl, it's not for sale. The owner won't take money for it?" Sera James asks her assistant to connect her with William Hanover, CEO of the family company. William flies Sera out to California to discuss the painting. Once she's there a family member tells Sera, "There's only one thing standing between my family and our inheritance, and that something is the painting.... You just happen to be searching for the painting whose owner is set to inherit the entire hundred million dollar Hanover estate." William wants to pay Sera a finder's fee for her help in locating the painting their family desperately wants to locate. William and Sera have more in common then they realize. Sparks start to fly as they begin their research but both hesitant to make any moves in the romance area until their mission's accomplished. I liked how William and Sera would uncover information and/or events leading them closer to the painting; then the author would show the reader the event played out in the past through Adele's young eyes. It was powerful. History happens to individuals everyone in the concentration camp has a story. This was Adele Von Bron's story of how her and Valdimir Nicolai helped Jews escape to freedom. It's also a story of how they were captured and sent to a camp. Both of these young people met at the Philharmonic; Adel played the violin and Valdimir the cello. They were both drafted to use their talents in the Orchestra in Auschwitz-Birk in 1943. The mystery William and Sera tried to uncover was why Adel was in the camp in the first place. She was Austria's sweetheart and shouldn't have been there. Another mystery was William's grandfather, Edward Hanover and why he had a copy of this Holocaust Era painting. He had never been in a camp. The characters past and present jumped off the pages and into my heart. I was captivated by young Adele and Valdmire's heroic love story. I was surprised just as they were at how quickly life changed for these young ones. I liked how the author blended both stories and how the mystery was solved. It connected the dots for everyone involved in a unique way. This novel shows how hope can sprout up in the most unexpected places (like in the middle of a concentration camp) and how it can thrive in darkness given a chance. This story showed me how using the gifts we've been given by God can be hard at times but must be used as an act of worship for our spirits to survive and thrive. The enemy has no place in our heart when we worship the one who created us and is the lover of our soul. Omara Kraus was the mother figure and mentor for the girls in the Orchestra. She helped the ladies survive life's challenges one day at a time. She told the girls and especially Adele that "the only thing we could do in this evil place is give our worship to God." She told Adele, "Beauty can rise above evil." Omara gave the girls and Adele this scripture to give them hope; something to hang on to, Isaiah 30:21 "Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you saying, "This is the way; walk in it." Adele thought about her mentor and how she helped her to face unbearable situations. Adele would stand tall and honor God with her gift. "For the first time in her life Adele felt beautiful in her weakness...feeling God's strength uplifting her from all sides." This author captured the essence of this very thing happening in the middle of the unimaginable. Reading about that moment touched the core of my being! It's a book I won't soon forget. I was first drawn in by the beautiful cover and then quickly hooked by the powerful story and it's characters. It's the first book in the Hidden Masterpiece series, the next book in this series A Sparrow in Terezin will be released April 2015. I'm looking forward to reading the next book by Kristin who has just made it to my favorite author list. She'll be on your list too! Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising” Nora St Laurent TBCN Where Book Fun Begins www.bookfun.org The Book Club Network blog www.psalm516.blogspot.com Book Fun Magazine www.bookfunmagazine.com ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2014 by Nora Stlaurent
    • MUST READ
Format: Paperback
✨️ “I always thought I championed God in my heart, yet I’m ashamed that I question Him now. Where is He? Why does He not answer the prayers of the many here? “He answers,” Omara assured her. “He has heard your every cry, witnessed your every tear. He is a God of vengeance and they will learn this soon.” ✨️ 📖 The novel tells the story of Adele Von Bron, a young concert violinist who, after being involved in smuggling Jews out of Vienna, is taken to Auschwitz and becomes a member of the Women's Orchestra. The story also follows Sera James, an art dealer in present-day Manhattan, whose search for an original portrait of a Holocaust victim leads her to the same violin. This novel to me was WAAY more 🥹 it was a living testimony of how God will never abandon us that even though we trudge through high waters and feel ourselves weary & faint. He provides and makes a way better then we can ever imagine. He is always there we just need to stop thinking so loud so we can hear His soft whispers through the distractions. He will be carrying us throughout the difficulties and challenges we face. When we feel like giving up He is right there to pick us up as our provider, shield and strong foundation. I can't believe this was her DEBUT novel like whattt 👏THE AMOUNT OF TIMES I WAS SOBBING WAS NOT OK I don't think I got through 5 chapters without feeling remorse or love or every emotion in between👏 everything to the minute detail was just SO real and awe-inspiring and it truly just submerses you into the story. Kristen Cambron truly is one of those chosen few authors who are blessed and giifted by The Lord Yeshua Ha-Mashiach and what a joy it is to see her be able to honor and praise Adonai in her writing. A wonderful blessing to be apart of; from the moment I read the 1st 2 chapters I was immersed in the story. I felt the emotions and the challenges Adele was going through and my heart hurt for her, I could hear the melodies and screams she was feeling. THE VIOLIN IS JUST SO BEAUTIFUL it has to be my top instrument because there is just something so intimate and real in worshipping to Adonai in music and song 💝 This novel has changed me in such a powerful and poetic way 🥹 There is so much that could be said but letting the words pull you in to expirence the whole atmosphere is just TOP tier ✨️ It was just such a powerful lesson and story and oh my goshhh don't even get me started on those 2 men because THAT IS WHAT TRUE GOD FEARING MEN ACT LIKE 👏👏✨️ I fell in love with both stories. This book was truly a hidden masterpiece because how are more people not TALKING ABOUT ITT 🥹 This novel just gives you more adoration on fighting through those tough battles that we all have. It also wakes us up to the harsh realities & reminders that Jews had to face during WWII that nobody wants to talk about but it needs to be talked about. It was beautiful to see how Omara was clinging on to Yeshua; she had that peace that surpassed all understanding that could never be stolen or taken even in the midst of hell because Adonai's right hand was with her and for her and that my dear reader has been given freely to you 💝 In summary, words don't bring this masterpiece justice. What I have just read was Heavenly other worldly and Adele, Nicolai, Sera, William & Omara will stay in my heart as inspirations and reminders that even though there is pain in this accursed world and things don't always go as plan God will always change it for His pupose and Plan for you. May God bless you and give you His peace Hashem Yeshua Ha-Mashiach Amen👏🥹 AND THE AUTHORS NOTE WAS PHENOMENAL ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2025 by Layla_Reads

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