First of all, I was not the intended audience for this book. While I have enjoyed other books by the author, Evie Woods, I do not find those in the magical realism genre appealing. As a musician myself, I did appreciate the focus on musicians. Being exposed to how violins are made as well as played was informative and a positive aspect to this book. At times, I felt like the story dragged on and I had a difficult time staying focused. There are many individuals, though, who w

This book just did not do it for me. As a pianist, I thought I would enjoy the story. But, as another reviewer commented, it reminded me...

Having loved the movie, The Sound of Music, I was so excited at the opportunity to read Maria. What a wonderful historical fiction book...

I have enjoyed both of the books in the Record Shop series I have read by Olivia Blacke. Great cozy mystery with wonderful characters....