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Crescendo
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Expected 4 Jun 26A taut, sultry novel about rivalry, obsession and how far we are willing to go to get what we truly desire.
'I couldn’t tear myself away' ERIN KELLY
'An enthralling literary symphony of ambition, desire and obsession' LAYNE FARGO
It’s the summer of 1957 and Max, a piano prodigy, is on a sold-out concert tour.
His beautiful twin sister, Natasha, serves as his manager and minder. But despite Natasha’s careful planning, he begins, for the first time in his career, to make mistakes on stage. Upending his schedule to seek a cure in Paris, Max sets up the pair in the sprawling mansion of a handsome and wealthy count. But Henri is more than just a patron of the arts; he has also been – unknown to Max – Natasha’s lover.
Freed from the familiar dynamic of manager and talent, Natasha’s simmering resentment and Max’s deep insecurity turn into a rivalry, as the two vie for Henri’s attention. While Henri woos Natasha in galleries and cafés during the day, it is Max’s playing that draws him from bed each night.
As the twins compete, the fractures in their already vulnerable relationship start to show, with devastating consequences for both.
'I couldn’t tear myself away' ERIN KELLY
'An enthralling literary symphony of ambition, desire and obsession' LAYNE FARGO
It’s the summer of 1957 and Max, a piano prodigy, is on a sold-out concert tour.
His beautiful twin sister, Natasha, serves as his manager and minder. But despite Natasha’s careful planning, he begins, for the first time in his career, to make mistakes on stage. Upending his schedule to seek a cure in Paris, Max sets up the pair in the sprawling mansion of a handsome and wealthy count. But Henri is more than just a patron of the arts; he has also been – unknown to Max – Natasha’s lover.
Freed from the familiar dynamic of manager and talent, Natasha’s simmering resentment and Max’s deep insecurity turn into a rivalry, as the two vie for Henri’s attention. While Henri woos Natasha in galleries and cafés during the day, it is Max’s playing that draws him from bed each night.
As the twins compete, the fractures in their already vulnerable relationship start to show, with devastating consequences for both.
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Expected publication June 4, 2026
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Jane Healey
9 books1,299 followersJane Healey shares a home north of Boston with her husband, two daughters, and two cats. When she’s not writing historical fiction, she enjoys running, reading, cooking and going to the beach.
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For more information on the author, her work and upcoming events:
Website: www.janehealey.com.
Facebook: facebook.com/JaneHealeyBooks/
Twitter and Instagram:@healeyjane
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