By Night Under the Stone Bridge

Set in 16th-century Bohemia, this magical historical novel recounts the complex relationship between Emperor Rudolf II and the moneylender Mordechai Meisl against the backdrop of the Battle of the White Mountain. As Rudolf seeks fortune and extravagance while relying on Meisl's financial acumen, their connection becomes a delicate dance of necessity marred by enmity. Drawing subtle parallels to the Holocaust and capturing the tensions between Prague's Jewish and Catholic communities, the author weaves a rich narrative filled with intrigue and tragedy. This work stands as a testament to the author's imaginative prowess, now available in a fresh translation.