Prince Zilah — Complete

"Prince Zilah — Complete" by Jules Claretie is a passionate tale set in the late 1800s, looking at love, family history, and who we are through a vivid historical lens. The story follows Prince Andras Zilah, a Hungarian noble and past fighter for freedom, as he gets ready to marry the lovely Marsa Laszlo, whose mom was a Tzigana, or Gypsy. As Zilah makes his way through Parisian high society, he wrestles with his strong love for his homeland, what his family left behind, and how different it is to marry someone like Marsa. The book kicks off with a lively betrothal party thrown by Prince Andras Zilah on a boat on the Seine, filled with all sorts of friends and people from every walk of life. The air is buzzing with tunes, chuckles, and the colorful mix of guests, each adding their own flair to the Parisian scene. In the middle of all the celebration, the story gently points to Zilah’s inner battles – his days fighting for Hungary’s freedom and the deep bond he has with Marsa, whose own family line carries a complicated story of loss and cultural background. This sets the stage for a journey of love that breaks down social walls, personal give-and-take, and the search for joy among the storms of history.