Künstlers in Paradise

In Cathleen Schine's engaging novel, the Künstlers' tale unfolds as ninety-three-year-old Mamie, a clever and glamorous matriarch, finds her peaceful life in Venice, California disrupted by her grandson Julian's extended visit during the 2020 pandemic. As they confront the limitations of lockdown, Mamie begins sharing her vibrant and hidden stories of escaping Vienna in 1939, leading to encounters with notable émigrés and Hollywood icons. This captivating narrative delves into themes of exile, family bonds, and the power of storytelling, revealing how the past shapes the future.