Peter and Alexis: The Romance of Peter the Great

Set against the restless backdrop of early‑18th‑century Russia, this sweeping historical novel follows a nation on the brink of transformation. As Peter the Great strives to pull his empire toward the modern West, the story captures the clash of old customs, peasant superstitions, and the glittering, often brutal, life of the imperial court. Through vivid scenes in St. Petersburg’s streets and palaces, listeners will hear the murmurs of reform, the whispered doubts of clergy, and the everyday struggles of ordinary men caught in the tide of change.

At its heart lies the fraught relationship between the charismatic ruler and his son, Alexis, a sensitive soul torn between filial duty and personal conviction. Their interactions reveal a psychological portrait of power, loyalty, and the weight of destiny, while a chance encounter with a weary clerk hints at the pervasive corruption and moral ambiguity of the age. The novel invites you to explore a pivotal moment in Russian history through intimate, human drama.