Review of It’s All In The Lyrics

[Joy Wendy]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "It's All In The Lyrics" by Tony Kessel.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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It’s All in the Lyrics by Tony Kessel is a non-fictional book that follows the life of the author as he navigates through the difficulties of life using music as his guiding force. For every situation he encountered in life, there was a song to accompany it; some served as a source of encouragement, while others just perfectly described his situation. He strongly believed that experiences could be associated with music and that music could serve as a powerful reminder for memories, whether pleasant or unpleasant.

At a very tender age, the author started experiencing life difficulties, ranging from his parents getting divorced to struggling to find acceptance. He struggled with an identity crisis, and music was his only source of solace. After several attempts, he eventually succeeded in his transition from music consumption to music production. When he eventually found his foot as an adult, he found himself resembling his father in ways that had initially shaped his own life struggles. Will music continually serve as a source of solace for him? Or will his life become so complicated that even music becomes a burden?

I loved this non-fiction book because it provided an intimate and detailed exploration of the author’s profound connection with music. The author’s ability to convey the transformative power of music, both as a solace and a means of self-discovery, resonated deeply with me. The literary style was compelling, making it easy to feel connected to the author’s emotional highs and lows.

Although I found the book’s depiction of the author’s journey with music deeply insightful, I found some scenes overly detailed, almost making the book boring. Also, I felt the plot was a little disorganized, with disparate scenes discussing unrelated topics closely following one another, thus breeding confusion. But despite these flaws, it was still a good read and would appeal greatly to music enthusiasts.

I rate the book four out of five stars because of the issues I earlier mentioned. Despite it being the author’s debut, it was perfectly edited and void of grammatical errors, which enhanced a smooth reading experience. I recommend this book to lovers of music.

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[Bro Jonah Kiraithe]

The book is a non-fiction narrative of the author's life, illustrating how music has supported and comforted her over a variety of difficult times. Overall, the review provides a fair assessment of the work, recognizing both its structural flaws and its emotional impact. It gives prospective readers—especially those who have a keen interest in both music and personal memoirs—a clear idea of what to anticipate.

[Martin Shae]

It’s All in the Lyrics by Tony Kessel is a non-fiction book that explores how music has guided the author through life's challenges. Each significant event in his life is paired with a song that either provided encouragement or perfectly captured his situation. From dealing with his parents' divorce and struggles with identity to his transition from consuming music to producing it, music remains his source of solace. The book questions whether music will continue to be his refuge or become another complication in his life.

[Anthony Caleb]

Music is such a beautiful thing and I am so glad it exists, imagine it doesn't exist, it won't be able to help the author in struggling moments.

[Idris Alooma]

Well, it seems like "It's All in the Lyrics" by Tony Kessel is an intriguing read for music enthusiasts. The author's deep connection with music and its transformative power is beautifully portrayed throughout the book. However, some readers might find certain parts overly detailed and pacing issues with the plot. Overall, I'd give it a solid four out of five stars. Absorbing pacing, kept the story moving briskly.

[Olalekan Rahmon]

Based on this review, "It's All in the Lyrics" by Tony Kessel seems like a good read for music enthusiasts. The author's deep connection with music and how it has guided him through life is compelling and relatable. However, some scenes may be overly detailed and the plot appears a little disorganized, which may cause some confusion. Despite these flaws, the book is well-written and edited. I would rate it four out of five stars. Compelling climax, left me breathless with anticipation.

[Boring Pigeon]

The book "It's All in the Lyrics" by Tony Kessel seems to be an intriguing read for music enthusiasts. The author's deep connection with music and its transformative power is conveyed in an intimate and detailed manner. While some scenes may be overly detailed and the plot disorganized at times, the book still offers valuable insights about the author's journey with music. Overall, I would rate it four out of five stars. Gripping plot, held me spellbound throughout.

[Emmanuel Chima 3]

*It’s All in the Lyrics* by Tony Kessel explores the author's journey through life's challenges with music as a constant companion. The book effectively conveys music's transformative power and the author's emotional connection to it. While some scenes may feel overly detailed and the plot somewhat disorganized, it remains an engaging read for music enthusiasts.

[Nuella Joseph]

"It’s All in the Lyrics" sounds like a fascinating exploration of how music can profoundly impact one's life journey. I'm intrigued by how the author uses songs to narrate his experiences and the transformative power of music. Your review has piqued my interest, especially in how music can be both a comfort and a challenge.

[Blessed Hope]

For the author it was all in the lyrics.But what about you. Can we find it all in the lyrics or all in the wallet?