Jessica Bell
How I read it: Kindle
What's it about? Greek cuisine, smog and domestic drudgery was not the life Australian musician, Melody, was expecting when she married a Greek music promoter and settled in Athens, Greece. Keen to play in her new shoes, though, Melody trades her guitar for a 'proper' career and her music for motherhood. That is, until she can bear it no longer and plots a return to the stage--and the person she used to be. However, the obstacles she faces along the way are nothing compared to the tragedy that awaits ...
My thoughts: It's been forever since I finished this book. Normally I forget what happens in the book after so long, but not with this one. This story sticks with you. I really related to Melody. In fact, I've made some of the same stupid mistakes she made--mistakes you look back upon for a long time with regrets. There is so much to learn from this story and the characters are so real and well-drawn, you have no choice but to wonder if they were based on real people (but they are not). A mark of a truly great writer. Pick up this book today, it's a touching story that will leave the reader considering the consequences of their decisions and the value of family.
E-books: Amazon.com or Amazon UK
Paperback: Amazon.com or Amazon UK or Barnes & Noble
Jessica's other links:
- String Bridge Website
- Goodreads
- String Bridge Book Trailer
- String Bridge Merchandise
- Website
- Blog
- Retreat & Workshop Site
Bio:
Jessica Bell is a literary women's fiction author, poet and singer/songwriter who grew up in Melbourne, Australia, to two gothic rock musicians who had successful independent careers during the '80s and early '90s.She spent much of her childhood travelling to and from Australia to Europe, experiencing two entirely different worlds, yet feeling equally at home in both environments.
She currently lives in Athens, Greece and works as a freelance writer/editor for English Language Teaching publishers worldwide, such as HarperCollins, Pearson Education and Macmillan Education. In addition to String Bridge, Jessica has published a book of poetry called Twisted Velvet Chains.
A full list of poems and short stories published in various anthologies and literary magazines can be found under Published Works & Awards, on her website.
From September 2012 Jessica will be hosting the Homeric Writers' Retreat & Workshop on the Greek island of Ithaca, home of Odysseus.
28 comments:
Thank you so much for posting today, Clarissa! :o) Really appreciate it. PS: There is an Amazon US link now: http://www.amazon.com/dp/0984631747 Cheers with lots of kisses!
This, most definitely, sounds like my kind of novel. I'm going to find it and hopefully in time for my plane trip tomorrow...thanks Clarissa for reviewing Jessica's book.
Hi Clarissa!
Wonderful post, Jessica. I never would have considered this novel unless you mentioned it. Sounds interesting.
Ecellent review and good for Jessica! Can't wait to read it. My review of her CD goes up next week.
All the best to Jessica!! Thanks for a fab review of her book too, Clarissa! Take care
x
Fantastic review!
Thanks for the review of her book. I'm seeing her name pop up in different places. Sounds like a great read.
Jessica should give us some Greek recipes, Greek food is amazing!
Definitely buying this book. It's gotten amazing reviews.
Good review. String Bridge definitely makes you think about choices and the results.
Great review, Clarissa. I'm looking forward to reading Jessica's book.
Wonderful review. I love it when a book leaves a good after taste--one that I can think about from time to time.
Sounds excellent. It's the kind of book I like to read. Thanks for the review.
As a fellow mystery writer I was looking forward to your review...as our reading taste could be similar. I'm glad to see Jessica's String Bridge stood the test! Nice job. :)
It's so cool to see Jess's book all over the blogosphere!
Great review! And so cool too because I follow Jessica Bell. I'll definitely look this one up--most likely after Nano 'cause I don't have time to read this month. ;)
Great review, Clarissa. I agree - Melody is a character that sticks with you and String Bridge remains in your heart for a long time after you've turned the last page.
Clarissa - Thanks for this review! I love the music element in it, and the character evolution is so intriguing. Choices and consequences - a fascinating theme!
Wonderful review. Sounds like it would be a great read, and something my niece would love too! We'll check it out. <3
It sounds fabulous!
Sounds interesting but I don't think it be the kind of book I'd read, sorry.
A good review. Thanks Clarissa :)
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Yay! Go Jess go! I really enjoyed this novel, and I'm keeping my fingers crossed it does well for her. It certainly deserves to!
I'm a fan of Jessica's writing for life. Wonderful review, Clarissa!
Sounds like a good read. I would have never known about it without this blog post!
Sounds interesting. Glad you posted about it. I'll have to check out the novel.
I won her CD - now I need to get the book, too.
Love so many posts for Jessica! I wish her nothing but success!
Angela @ The Bookshelf Muse
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