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3.69 AVERAGE
3.69 AVERAGE
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Music is life
A fascinating exposure of the possible stories behind music and how that information can change how one thinks and lives.
A fascinating exposure of the possible stories behind music and how that information can change how one thinks and lives.
Abandoned early. Likely couldn't get excited about music enthusiasts.
3.5 stars
This novel made me laugh and cry. I absolutely loved the characters and all of their many flaws. I'd like to say that I enjoyed all the tidbits about the musicians but that was kinda slow for me, yet I still enjoyed the story very much. Looking forward to our book club meeting to discuss!
This novel made me laugh and cry. I absolutely loved the characters and all of their many flaws. I'd like to say that I enjoyed all the tidbits about the musicians but that was kinda slow for me, yet I still enjoyed the story very much. Looking forward to our book club meeting to discuss!
This was a sweet book, but quite boring. It was hard to get attached to any of the characters, and I didn't really understand the dynamic between Frank & his mother that led to him being so traumatized as an adult. The characters were likable enough, but very flat, & I struggled getting through the book. I would potentially read another of Rachel Joyce's books, but only if it progresses a bit quicker!
I couldn't put this book down! I only wished I knew more of the music. Some time I will re-read it, and research all the music I didn't know, and learn to listen!!!
What a compelling story with very unique character!
What a compelling story with very unique character!
I fell in love over and over again whilst reading this, I fell in love with each one of the characters like they were old friends, and became deeply emotional with the nostalgic feelings the book invites, whether you're familiar with that generation or not.
As a music fan, but certainly not a music buff, I was unsure if I would feel too 'musically dense' to read this, but it isn't an exclusive book, the music is simply a wonderful tool to look at love and human relationships with.
Like all Joyce's work, it makes you want to go and wrap your arms around the people you love and tell them how bloody brilliant they are.
As a music fan, but certainly not a music buff, I was unsure if I would feel too 'musically dense' to read this, but it isn't an exclusive book, the music is simply a wonderful tool to look at love and human relationships with.
Like all Joyce's work, it makes you want to go and wrap your arms around the people you love and tell them how bloody brilliant they are.
Found the description of the music interesting. Was not pulled in by the characters.
Lovely story about Frank and Isle and the people who inhabit their lives. I loved the role music played throughout this story. I'm definitely listening to the spotify playlist that houses the songs from this book. I liked the honesty of how hard/raw life can be. Frank's mom Peg drove me nuts- hope I'm never that selfish as a mother.
This book is a great little musical gem. The characters are lovable, the story is fresh, and the description of music makes me appreciate it even more.
The only thing that would make this book better is a playlist to go along with it, but guess what? It already exists on Spotify!
The only thing that would make this book better is a playlist to go along with it, but guess what? It already exists on Spotify!