We are delighted to be celebrating the publication of the debut novel, The Instrumentalist by Harriet Constable, out today with Simon & Schuster in the US. Set in the tumultuous and vibrant life of Venice in the early 18th century, this compelling and immersive tale is inspired by the true-story of Anna Maria della Pietà, an orphan and gifted violinist living in the Ospedale della Pietà, who goes on to become one of the greatest musicians of the century. Shimmering with lyricism and vivid storytelling, The Instrumentalist transports readers into the mind of a composer and performer, to show the roots of classical music as they have never been told before.
The book has already received glowing reviews from fellow authors and strong endorsements from its recent UK launch:
‘Remarkable. A vivid and nuanced portrait of a groundbreaking woman’- NEW YORK TIMES
‘An absorbing story of musical rivalry and ambition.’ –SUNDAY TIMES
‘A beautiful tale of resilience and survival in the face of impossible odds.’ – ISABELLE SCHULER
‘An immersive, impassioned tale full of colour and sound that depicts Anna Maria as a driven prodigy whose talent will empower and imperil her ‘- THE OBSERVER
‘The Instrumentalist restores Anna Maria’s name as she deserves, removing her from the forgotten annals of history.’ –ELIZABETH MACNEAL
‘A fascinating story of music, ambition, and womanhood in eighteenth-century Venice’-CHARMAINE WILKERSON
‘Historical fiction as it should be written.’ –MAIL ON SUNDAY
If you haven’t already, you can get your copy here
Congratulations Harriet on this huge achievement!
