Political intrigue, the fight against Austrian oppression, betrayal, tragedy, a love triangle and a sea of magical music, strung on the thread of historical events in Italy in the 19th century. She lived in the luxury of high society, her name did not leave the posters of the best opera scenes. He was the son of a provincial innkeeper, penniless. It belonged to one of the most powerful impresarios in Italian history. He was happily married to the daughter of his patron. He stood on the threshold of greatness and worldwide recognition. She is stuck in dangerous games with her destiny. And at that moment they met. The composer and his muse. Giuseppe Verdi and Giuseppina Strepponi, the lives of each of whom are worthy of a separate book. An incredible, but still true story of love, losses, successes and downfalls on the way to unfading glory through the ages.