Orpheus Builds A Girl

In "Orpheus Builds a Girl," a dying man reflects on his life and his love for Luci, a dark-haired beauty promised to him in a dream. Gabriela challenges his story, revealing her sister Luciana's life and the madman who robbed her from her grave. Based on a chilling true story.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 08 June 2023
Publisher: Gallic Books

Longlisted for the Polari First Book Prize, this captivating and eerie tale delves into the intricate dynamics of power, love, and grief. Julia Armfield, the acclaimed author of Our Wives Under the Sea, praises this remarkable book as "a chilling exploration of power, love, and grief." Edward Carey, the esteemed author of Little Wilhelm von Tore, expresses his awe at the wonders of this extraordinary work.

As Wilhelm von Tore nears the end of his life, he reflects on his upbringing in Dresden, his cherished grandmother, and his medical career during World War II. However, his memories are predominantly centered around his beloved Luci, the great love of his life, whom he met in a dream years before their encounter. Despite their brief time together in her first life, their love is etched in the stars. Wilhelm, driven by his unwavering devotion, employs scientific research compiled over decades to ensure that death is merely the beginning for him and his beloved.

Yet, a contrasting voice emerges, that of Gabriela, determined to challenge Wilhelm's narrative. She recounts the story of her sister Luciana, a fearless and vibrant individual, tragically stolen from her grave by a madman. Orpheus Builds a Girl, based on a chilling true story, marks the debut novel from the acclaimed author Heather Parry. This mesmerizing and unsettling tale invites readers into a realm where love, loss, and the supernatural intertwine, leaving a lasting impact on those who dare to explore its depths.

Weight: 254g
Dimension: 128 x 199 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913547660