The Queen of the Night

"The Queen of the Night" by Alexander Chee presents the captivating story of Lilliet Berne, a legendary soprano at the Paris Opera who faces the revelation of a hidden part of her past when she is offered an original role. As she navigates her journey from an orphan on the American frontier to a celebrated figure in Second Empire Paris, Lilliet confronts a web of romance, obligation, and political intrigue involving four pivotal figures from her past. This richly drawn narrative explores her struggle for immortality amid the threat of secrets that could either elevate her career or lead to her downfall.