Official Review: Tears and Trombones by Nanci Lee Woody

[Surabhi Rani]

In the 'Official Review: Tears and Trombones by Nancy Lee Woody' the reviewer very well describes the contents of the book. The different sub-topics are well interrelated and integrated. The readers get a true idea of the theme of the book!

[Ezyg]

This book is a book i nust just read because fund can not hold one from achieving his deterination

[Amina Yusuf]

This book is very emotional from the review. The challenges faced by Joey as a young boy are very realistic and traumatic. Pursuing his dream to be a musician is something a lot of us can relate to and lost love and might have beens makes the book very much worth reading. Thanks for the Beautiful review.

[InStoree]

The piano is the second self who has accompanied me since my childhood. Personally, the music is the soul's voice, similar to poetry, painting or any other creative form. The title of the book, Tears and Trombones, is excellent and condense mien that expresses, in a realistic manner, the artist's lifestyle. This story has found its own place on my shelf. Great review! Thank you!

[Nicole_Boyd]

Music has always been a big part of my life so I believe this book will be very enjoyable for me to read. The 1940s and it’s music has always been a fascinating to me. I look forward to reading this story.

[Dolor]

Tears and Trombones by Nanci Lee Woody is an #Inspirational #ComingOfAge #Fiction tale about a #YoungAdult who loves #Music despite the contradiction of his abusive father. It is inspiring that he managed to become a great musician despite all odds.

It reminds me of my vicious and abusive father. It makes me teary-eyed. Thanks for the review.

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[holsam_87]

A captivating story that reminds readers to pursue their dreams no matter what the circumstances.

[Lila Randhawa]

I am apprehensive of the emotions this book will evoke. Nonetheless, I want to read it and I will find the courage to do so. Thanks for the wonderful review.

[Okafor Prosper]

Following Joey's journey as he tries to become one of the great musicians seems like an inspirational story. Music lovers will have fun with this.

[Moddesser Elahi]

I feel this is a touching story with a lot of inspirational instances particularly in regards to an artist (musician). Thank you for the review!

[darbybj]

"Tears and Trombones," by Nanci Lee Woody is based on a true story. The story is about a young boy named Joey Woodman who grew up in California in the 1940's with a dream to become a professional musician. His father who drank a lot, verbally abused him and worked in construction never supported his desire to play music. His mother tried to keep the peace in the family, had suffered her entire life and wanted different for Joey, and supported his dream of becoming a musician. His brother, John was his father's favorite since they were similar so he joked and picked at Joey about his music. Joey saw his first orchestra with his mother when he was nine years old then he started playing the trombone in the school band right after. He continued to play in the school band through school until he graduated. While Joey was in high school he played football too. He meet his best friend Roger who played the trumphet when he started high school. They played in the quartet brass band, the honor band with Rafael Mendez, and the symphony together. Joey was also the Godfather to Roger 's first child. Joey graduated with a Masters Degree from Sac State before he married a woman who was is determined to have him instead of marrying the love of his life, Catherine. Joey does end up playing with Rosemary Clooney, Paul Weston, and Ziggy Elman. He plays backup for Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Gene Kelly, and The Beach Boys. This book was interesting, it flowed easily, was very descriptive, and had me hanging on to every word. I did not want to put the book down. It was one of the best books that I have read in a while. I only found a few spelling errors in the book. I believe anyone who enjoys reading about a true life story will really enjoy reading this book. There may be a few sensitive issues within the book that may call for a reader to be at least sixteen years old and older in order to read this book. I will give this book 4 * ' s simply because I cannot give it a higher rating this this.

[Emmanuel Asante]

This is a great touching story that encourages you to do something in future. This interesting story tells me not to give up in my life we should be strong

[Mercelle]

Joey uses music as a means to escape his troubled past. His alcoholic father is ruthless, and his timid mother is too cowardly to stand up to him. Joey is also torn between the woman he loves and the one who helped him succeed.

[Sumbule1]

The title of the book, Tears and Trombones, is excellent and condense mien that expresses, in a realistic manner, the artist's lifestyle. This story has found its own place on my shelf. Congratulations on BOTD and thank you for the free copy!

[dragonet07]

It's hard to deny the power of music, especially its influence while we are finding ourselves. The horrors of an abusive homelife are equally undeniable. Still, it sounds like putting them together is a good way to balance a story, making it realistically heartwrenching but with hope shining at the end of the tunnel. It should make for an interesting read. Thank you for the helpful review.