The Glass Harmonica

Winner of the Endeavour Award (2001).

Eilish Eam is an orphan and street musician, living in 1761, London. She survives on pennies and applause, and nothing more. Until the night Benjamin Franklin stops to listen, awe-struck by her gift – and with plans for her future...

Erin Rushton is a classical musician living in 2018, Seattle. She stands in the orchestra, consumed by the music – and haunted by visions of a young girl from a different time, who needs her help...

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