This book has generated a lot of buzz and I was doubtful that it would live up to the hype. I’m pleased to say that I loved this book and finished it within 24 hours!
The story uses an interview format to piece together the rise and eventual split of a fictional seventies band, Daisy Jones & the Six. Through different perspectives of the band members, their friends, families and other associated people, the author cleverly weaves a compelling exploration of music, love and rock ‘n’ roll which is so authentic that if I didn’t know it was fictional, I’d think it was a book about a real band. I heard the story was inspired by Fleetwood Mac and I suppose you could see the book as a tribute to them, but it’s more rewarding if you just let yourself be carried by the narrative. The characters are so real and I even knew exactly what everyone’s voices were like and how they looked. The star is of course Daisy Jones, a powerfully talented but untrained singer with a wild drug-fuelled lifestyle. The attraction and repulsion between her and the band’s other lead singer-songwriter, Billy Dunne, is fascinating. They are similar in many ways but are trying not to admit they are falling in love. Tensions within the band are skilfully evoked and the mismatched versions of events by different people increase the story’s realism. The more I read of this book, the more impressed I became.
There is nothing to criticise about this book. It was perfectly done. If you’re thinking of reading it, be aware that it contains a lot of drug use and tales of the rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle in general. However, at its heart is an emotional and energetic journey into desire, bitterness and creativity.
First published in 2019 (although inside the book it says 2018).
I liked this as well a lot!
Also, say hi to kitty from me 😀 Super adorable <3
It’s a great read! This is Milo, he’s very shy of everyone except me. He loves books!
Read the beginning of this yesterday, looking forward to getting stuck in once I’ve finished my current read
It’s a real page turner! Hope you enjoy it ☺
I wanted to write a clever comment but all I can think to say is ‘ooooh cute cat’ xD
It’s a lovely comment! And yes he’s cute and he knows it.
Awwwww your cat! What’s his/her name? And yes this book has been getting many positive reviews! Can’t wait for my turn to read this book via Libby!
That is Milo, he is a very sweet friendly cat but only to people he knows well 🙂
I hope you like this book when you get around to reading it, Jee!
Tq, NS! Looking forward to reading it! ☺️
I really can’t wait to read this one! It just sounds fab!
Everyone is loving it and I’ve not heard a single bad thing about it!! Will have to bump it up over the summer!
I was surprised that I actually loved a hyped book!
PS. I might have deleted 1 of your comments by mistake, sorry about that ?
Ha ha don’t worry!! ? I have changed my 20 summer books to include this one!