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A heartbreaking,
epic love story set in Vienna during WW2

Book cover of "Where the roses bloom". A blonde woman playing the piano. Behind her, Vienna is in ruins.

a stunning debut by
Dalma Dufresne

About

About the Author

Dalma Dufresne is a British-Hungarian writer and former dramatic soprano.

 

She began her career at the Hungarian State Opera as a supporting actress, then studied writing at Oxford University. She spent a year learning to master her craft at the Novelry, an illustrious writing school.

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Having lived in Hungary, Scotland, the Netherlands, and England, her multicultural perspective enriches her storytelling, offering readers a unique lens through which they can explore compelling narratives that resonate on both an emotional and intellectual level.

 

Her writing intertwines a deep musical sensibility, a profound affection for Continental Europe, and a poignant exploration of her mixed heritage.

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Where the roses bloom is her debut novel.

Black and white portrait of author Dalma Dufresne.
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Paperback version of "Where the roses bloom" on a table, next to flowers and a cup of tea.
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Hardcover version of "Where the roses bloom" in an autumn field.
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Reviews

"Reading this book was like stepping onto a stage in Vienna, where the lines between music and emotion blur. Saskia’s journey, set against the backdrop of war, is brought to life with such musicality that I could almost hear the arias echoing through the text. But the music isn’t merely a backdrop—it's the pulse of this tale, and every phrase rings with authenticity.

Each page turned was like conducting a new movement, with heartbreaking passages and moments of incredible, soaring beauty."

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M. Mozes, Conductor

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