Review of Diabolus In Musica

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I am just learning about the Italian violinist called Paganini, and I am amazed to read about how Richard Lee used several narrative devices to him a proper development. I am very much curious to know the forces behind Paganini's exceptional skills with the violin. I recommend this book to people.
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Post by Rocky Ellery James Tumbelaka »

This is interesting. I read in another book aboit Paganini and the suspicion that he made a deal with the devil. I wonder if this story will dwell deeper in that topic. Also, I prefer to wait for this to come in the big screen rather to read it. Thanks for the in depth review.
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Post by Amanda Warner »

I have read a book in which the author talked about his musical life, and it seems to be the story of Niccolo Paganini. Lovers of musical books and historical fiction will definitely love this book. Though I think Paganini's being a gambler, drunkard, and womanizer should have affected his career in his time. Nice review.
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From a sampling, this seems like an interesting historical story written as a screenplay following the musician Paganini as he is conflict with the Catholic Church because a priest believes that his talents stem from the devil and therefore Paganini is not entitled to a burial on Sanctified grounds. It might be worth a second look. Well done.
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This is an amazing book to read. Although I'm not familiar with the characters, I'm curious to what will happen to them.
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Quite frankly, I have been craving a good play but they are hard to come by so I have started reading plays. This sounds great! Can't wait to read this! Thank you for your review!
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Post by Christine Cariño »

I haven't read a screenplay in ages. I must say that the story of Niccolo Paganini sparks my interest, and this deal with the devil is mysterious. Thanks for the review.
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Diabolus In Musica, by Richard Rees is a historical fiction book, story inform of a screenplay. Sounds interesting. Thanks for your review
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This screenplay based on the life of the violinist Niccolo Paganini seems very interesting. The suspicion that he had made a deal with the devil adds a mystery to the story. This would be a gred read to lovers of historical dramas.
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This screenplay about an Italian violinist sounds quite vibrant. I hope it does come alive on the screens. Great review!
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It would be interesting to catch this historical drama of the celebrated violinist and the composer for me. Thank you for the great review.
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It would be interesting to catch this historical drama of the celebrated violinist and the composer for me. Thank you for the great review.
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He was indeed a genious and brilliant musician. This review sounds to be very convincing about the author did a good job to wrote a screenplay that can be read as a novel. I'm sure this would be exciting if this book ever makes it into a movie. Excellent review!
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Post by Stephanie Elizabeth »

I would much rather watch this drama unfold on stage, but the screenplay does sound interesting. Readers learn about the life of an Italian violinist. This would appeal to screenplay writers and lovers of historical fiction. Thanks for the lovely review.
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Post by Nada Hosney »

The book follows classic screenplay formatting rules and has been professionally edited. In short, I found nothing to find fault with here.

I am pleased to award this screenplay three out of four stars. I recommend it to older teenagers and adults who enjoy historical dramas.
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