About the book: 2021 / "Spring dies in autumn" - a charming novel about Russia and France, in which family history is intertwined with the dramatic events of the 20th century. During the Russians During the theatrical seasons taking place in Deauville, an actress, the daughter of a famous avant-garde artist, dies under suspicious circumstances. It turns out that on the eve of the tragedy, someone gave her a painting of her father, which disappeared without a trace during the war. Cultural columnist for a Parisian magazine, Olivia Iliadi, accidentally turns out to be the first at the scene of the incident. It is not surprising that the police’s suspicions immediately fall on her... To understand what happened and find the real criminal, Olivia begins an independent investigation. However, she doesn’t even realize that this decision will set off a chain of incredible events that will turn her life upside down and make her doubt the power of her own love. Vera Arie’s novels captivate you from the first word, forcing you to empathize with the characters. The author's new novel, like Dina Rubina's novels, successfully combines brilliant language, fascinating content and carefully crafted images!