Freud's Mistress

Set against the vibrant backdrop of fin de siècle Vienna, this novel explores the complex relationship between Minna Bernays, a sharp-witted lady's companion, and her brother-in-law, Sigmund Freud. As Minna navigates her uncertain future and intellectual curiosity, the story weaves together themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal, offering a compelling look at a woman caught between her fascination with Freud's revolutionary theories and her deepening personal feelings. Blending fact and fiction, it paints an intimate portrait of a woman striving to reconcile her passions amid societal and familial tensions.