Official Review: Tears and Trombones by Nanci Lee Woody

Odette Chace · Post by **Odette Chace** » 12 Oct 2020, 16:28

It's interesting that Joey wants to make a career out of playing the trombone. It's not an instrument that gets a lot of solos, as far as I know. Regardless, this sounds like an intriguing book. Thanks for a great review!

Bookreviwer2020 · Post by **Bookreviwer2020** » 12 Oct 2020, 16:29

It sounds like an interesting story. I wonder why Jr felt he had to marry the woman who loved him and have up the one he loved? I am interested that it is based on a true story as well

JKO · Post by **JKO** » 12 Oct 2020, 16:38

I'd like to read about Joey's unquenchable determination as he embarks on the road to performing with great musicians like Frank Sinatra and Johnny Cash. Congratulations to the author on the BOTD.

DoubleDimond · Post by **DoubleDimond** » 12 Oct 2020, 16:54

I read the sample and greatly enjoyed it. I haven't been that pulled into a story since I read The Yearling. However, since the review makes it sound like the rest of the book is about romance issues, I may not be interested in reading more.

Miraphery · Post by **Miraphery** » 12 Oct 2020, 16:55

Pursuing one's passion against all odds, I love Joey's determination. I also admire the realistic nature of the book. Good job.

LinaJan · Post by **LinaJan** » 12 Oct 2020, 16:56

The story - overall - sounds to be really heartwarming and inspiring. And as real as the life itself. Certainly piqued my interest!

Thank you for such a thorough and inspired review

BreeAnn Whittaker 4 · Post by **BreeAnn Whittaker 4** » 12 Oct 2020, 16:58

Music, love, pain, and sadness, yet he's still going with continuing strength. He keeps growing stronger even when his father abuses him emotionally. Most times emotional abuse will make you stronger than you look. Find a passion and pursue it because if it makes you happy nothing will stop you.

Hazel Arnaiz · Post by **Hazel Arnaiz** » 12 Oct 2020, 17:05

The plot is about pursuing dreams, despite a complicated life. The remarkable writing skills of the author produced a captivating story. Thank you so much for the insightful review.

Chiawa · Post by **Chiawa** » 12 Oct 2020, 17:10

You got me hooked on emotional. I love emotional yet inspiring books. The addition of music made it a must read for me.

AJ_Williams011 · Post by **AJ_Williams011** » 12 Oct 2020, 17:16

Usually, I'm stone-hearted when it comes to drama and tearful scenes, but this seems to edge a deeper kind of pain from others that I've read. Coming of age books had always been my favorite genre, as it depicts growth in the smallest of details given the wider timeframe. Thank you for your great review!

Saint Bruno · Post by **Saint Bruno** » 12 Oct 2020, 17:24

Music is life as family is everything! So a balance of it will always be welcome. Thanks for your insightful review and recommendation.

Nana2_ · Post by **Nana2_** » 12 Oct 2020, 17:25

What a great take! Inspire of all negativity of his family that young boy managed to pursue his dream career. I recommend this book to teens who are still struggling to get to pursue their dreams against their parents' will. Nice review! Congrats BOTD!

Adanna Inya · Post by **Adanna Inya** » 12 Oct 2020, 17:46

Wow! The situation of Joel is similar to that of many youths today. I'll look out for this book.

MsH2k · Post by **MsH2k** » 12 Oct 2020, 17:51

I was taken by this book after reading the sample pages. Your review has convinced me that this will be a wonderful read. Thank you for a great review!

buttercake20+_Modupe Bello · 12 Oct 2020, 17:59

In a typical pure fantasy, the bad is bad and the good is good. In reality, we understand that good and bad make up the total package. It's good to see that the writer has blended both in the characters. Music has more than tunes and melodies that flatter the hearing. It has the ability to reach deep within a person. Joey's journey will be an interesting one.