A historical fiction book set during the first half of the twentieth century. Gustav Mahler entrusts his son to the guidance of Sigmund Freud to grow him up amidst the turmoil of the world wars which wreck Europe. Moses tries to work out the meaning of music and realises he has to battle much larger forces than he was expecting. 'This is a superb book, full of deep cultural as well as personal understanding - and a pleasure to read.' - Richard Sennett

Can one man’s fate change music forever?

The Earth to the Skies by Raffaello Morales is a sweeping historical fiction novel that masterfully blends music, psychoanalysis, and history against the backdrop of war, progress, and political upheaval in the twentieth century.

In 1909, Gustav Mahler, haunted by visions of death, makes a desperate decision. When his wife, Alma, loses consciousness during childbirth in New York, he smuggles their newborn son, Moses, back to Europe.

In Leiden, he entrusts the boy’s future to Sigmund Freud, believing the great psychoanalyst can shape him into the savior of music.

But Moses’ path leads beyond music into the rising storm of totalitarianism and war. From the salons of Vienna to the brutality of World War II, he must navigate the extremes of love, beauty, and survival.

In 1945, standing before members of the SS, Moses will face the ultimate test of his father’s vision.

Rich in historical drama and period detail, The Earth to the Skies is a must-read for fans of historical adventure, war fiction, and powerful storytelling.

A novel of destiny, deception, and courage—don’t miss this unforgettable story!