Ragazzo By Jon Elkon Is The Operatic Tragedy Of A Killer

On The Table Read Magazine, “the best entertainment eBook magazine UK“, set in 1910 Vienna, Ragazzo by Jon Elkon follows two billionaire rivals who create a psychopathic opera star in their quest to determine if a castrato could become the greatest singer in the world.

 

Ragazzo

Jon Elkon’s Ragazzo echoes the haunting power of Patrick Süskind’s Perfume, transporting readers to the 18th-century world of opera and the barbaric practice of castration. With its blend of bizarre humor and heartbreaking cruelty, the novel sheds light on the exploitation of young boys for musical gain.

The story follows Guido, a Neapolitan boy who becomes the tragic experiment of two wealthy opera enthusiasts. Through the eyes of George Frideric Handel, the composer most closely associated with castrati, Elkon offers a chilling commentary on the inhumanity of this practice.

Ragazzo is a haunting and unforgettable novel that explores the dark side of human obsession and the devastating consequences of exploitation. With its innovative structure and powerful storytelling, this book is a testament to Elkon’s talent and dedication.

Jon Elkon

This story of pain greed, murder and unfulfillable love is told in the voice of the urbane, humorous, cynical ghost of Herr Handel. Ragazzo is my magnum opus. Nearly ten years in the writing – I tried to break every rule, and finally I found a publisher who feels the same way about rules!

-Jon Elkon

Jon Elkon, born in South Africa 75 years ago, has led a diverse life, including stints as a homeless vagrant, a marketing manager, and a teacher. His literary journey began with the publication of his first two novels, Umfaan’s Heroes and Laszlo’s Millions, by Andre Deutsch. Both were met with enthusiastic praise from renowned authors such as Hilary Mantel and Margaret Forster.

Since the closure of Andre Deutsch, Elkon has ventured into self-publishing. His works include Sally’s Road, a romantic experiment, and the poetry collection Some Day Soon. Currently, he’s diligently working on the sequel to his novel Ragazzo, Diva.

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