Messiah: Love, Music and Malice at a Time of Handel

Set against the backdrop of Hanoverian London, this audiobook follows Harry Walsh, a young man aspiring to fame as a singer, as he navigates the shifting landscape of opera and entertainment, along with the complexities of love and self-discovery. Amidst the decline of Italian opera and the rise of popular spectacles, Harry's journey intersects with notable figures like George Frederick Handel and explores themes of ambition, sexuality, and adolescent longing. With a mix of historical events and personal drama, it offers a light-hearted yet insightful look into a vibrant musical era.