Ludwig von Beethoven was a Romantic-era composer of classical music. The book suggests that Beethoven made a deal with the devil—with Luc—in exchange for fame and success. In 1827, Luc transports himself and Addie to Beethoven’s chamber and, ignoring Beethoven’s pleading, transforms into a dark, monstrous creature and horrifically steals Beethoven’s soul. Luc’s ferocious act reminds Addie, who has recently grown bolder around Luc, that Luc is a fearsome, cruel god who can destroy her if he wants to.
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Beethoven Character Timeline in The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue
The timeline below shows where the character Beethoven appears in The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue. The colored dots and icons indicate which themes are associated with that appearance.
Part 5, Chapter 9
...pleading with Luc in German. “Not yet. I need more time.” But Luc ignores the man’s—Beethoven’s—pleas. Instead, Luc morphs into a fearsome monster. Black hair sprouts from his face, and he...
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