In an unknown land, at an unknown time, a young boy finds himself in the midst of a war. Just when it seems that all hope is gone, he is saved by a simple maid with a big heart. Surviving the war, the boy embarks on a path to pay her back for her love and grace. His quest will lead him to riches far beyond and far more satisfying than he ever imagined.BASED ON A TRUE STORY, with an appendix including authentic documents. "This true story about one man's struggle to leave his past behind while choosing hope and love is a moving masterpiece." "The Stolen Violin is an extraordinary contribution to the literature of loss and tragedy - with the healing power of love present in every page." "Dubois has taken a true story of survival and triumph and imaginatively metamorphosed it into art."