As the twentieth century begins, in a small Transylvanian city Julius Matthias light-heartedly declares that he is ready to make a pact with the devil to fulfill his dream: becoming a doctor. An arranged marriage with an heiress neither young nor pleasant will make it possible. But it comes at a price. From Vienna in Austria to Budapest and Paris, the handsome doctor will know love and tragedies as two world wars tear Europe apart.
This harrowing novel is a felicitous mixture of history, romance and humor. The continuous suspense and interest make it a book whose main protagonist lingers in our minds. The author has artfully interwoven the story of a Transylvanian city with the life path of the determined Julius Matthias, ready to fulfill his dream of becoming a doctor at any cost. Finally, the adventurous journey to self-discovery of the young protagonist encompasses the Second World War and its tragedies and challenges…