Sandor Esterhazy is descended from a long line of talented pianists, but has no desire to play. So, one snowy afternoon, he promises his soul to the devil in exchange for a life of his own choosing. Afterwards, he laughs it off as a joke, but that night the devil arrives dragging someone - or something - with him. Uncertain what to do with the bewildered creature, Sandor locks it in the basement, allowing it out only once a night to visit the piano room - the creature, who he names Ferdi, is desperate to play. Sandor slips easily into his new role of captor, but as Ferdi learns what it is to be human, tensions between the two escalate, and Ferdi escapes into the world...

About the Author
Clio Velentza was born in Greece, where she still resides. She has published a number of short stories both in Greek and English in various literary journals and anthologies, including Popshot Quarterly, Best Microfiction 2020, and Ellipsis Zine. She also won awards for her short stories, including Best Microfiction 2020.

Reviews
'Like a beautiful melody played on the very edge of hearing, The Piano Room demands your attention while remaining elusive. Utterly captivating' -Lynda Clark, author of 'Dreaming in Quantum and Other Stories'; 'A dark and beautifully written tale, seeped in music, yearning and breathless intrigue' -Edward Vass, author of 'Milton in Purgatory'



Book Information
ISBN 9781912054954
Author Clio Velentza
Format Paperback
Page Count 352
Imprint Fairlight Books
Publisher Fairlight Books
Weight(grams) 304g
Dimensions(mm) 200mm * 133mm * 26mm