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Trio 2: A Novel About the Schumanns and Brahms

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I had read Trio 1 some time ago and thought it so well-done, articulate, accurate and fascinating that I couldn't wait for Trio 2 to be finished by Mr. Desai. The wait was worth it. He has taken on a difficult task--not merely the lives of composers which can be difficult enough, but through his ability to create sound with words has enabled us to hear the music as well. And no accompanying CD to help us along! There were time I was in the thrall of the book and with irritation I had to put it down to get on with other things but went back to reading it at the first opportunity. It did not disappoint. I think one must bring some revisioning of the principle people in the novel,, Johannes Brahms, in particular as , speaking for myself, there is a penchant for wanting to be presented with a man who was as exquisite in his person and the music he composed, somewhat like Felix Mendelssohn. That was/is not so and in the big picture, I'm not sure it matters. I doubt that one listens to Brahms' music often bearing his personality and overall ambiance is mind when they do.

Mr. Desai has written an excellent novel. And to tell the truth I wish there would be a Trio 3. Exceedingly well done!!!