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The Musician's Daughter Paperback – Bargain Price, January 5, 2010

by Susanne Dunlap (Author)
4.2 out of 5 stars 48 customer reviews
Book 1 of 2 in the Musician's Daughter Series
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Product Details

  • Age Range: 12 - 17 years
  • Grade Level: 7 and up
  • Paperback: 352 pages
  • Publisher: Bloomsbury USA Childrens (January 5, 2010)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1599904527
  • ISBN-13: 978-1599904528
  • ASIN: B0058M7VM0
  • Product Dimensions: 5.1 x 1 x 7.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (48 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,357,020 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 starsEnchanting and adventurous
By The Compulsive Reader VINE VOICE on February 14, 2009
Format: Hardcover
Theresa Maria lives a modest yet comfortable life with her younger brother, mother, and her father, who is a violinist in the orchestra of Prince Nicholas Esterhazy of Vienna. When her father is murdered on Christmas Eve, his body found at a gypsy camp outside of Vienna and his priceless violin missing, not only is Theresa devastated, but desperate for answers. Why would someone murder her kind father, a simple musician? In her pursuit for answers and in looking after her family, Theresa discovers some startling secrets, revealed to her by her godfather, the maestro of the orchestra, and her father's fellow violinist, Zoltan, that will lead her on a path to justice and danger.

The Musician's Daughter is a lively and suspenseful read that will take readers to the glittering life of 18th century Vienna, but also offers a look at the darker aspects of the time. Dunlap offers a very authentic and accurate look at the times and social aspects, as Theresa struggles to find way to feed her family, and worries about her pregnant mother and how her family will cope with the loss of her father. But there are political elements in the story as well, as Dunlap reveals a government that is not always fair and is prone to corruption.

Though a little slow at first, The Musician's Daughter soon picks up, becoming a fast paced and action-packed race to stop many injustices and to keep Theresa's family safe from harm. At times it may be a little hard to keep certain minor characters straight and to keep up with the whereabouts of everyone, but the excitement and danger will keep a tight rein on readers. Dunlap has created a shining, adventurous novel with an admirable and plucky heroine that is sure to entertain.
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3.0 out of 5 starsFlat characters took away from fun plot
By Reader 200 on March 13, 2009
Format: Hardcover
This could have been a fabulous book. It's the story of the daughter of a violinist in Prince Esterhazy of Austria's symphony in the eighteenth century. Like her father, Theresa loves music above all things so when her father dies under odd circumstances she goes on a hunt to find out who killed him and stole his beloved violin. Her search leads her to the greatest musicians of her time, the wickedest political counselors, and the truth behind her father's connection to a band of gypsies.

Sounds good right? And there is a lot of action and turmoil to the story. However, I never felt enthralled by it. Theresa, while surrounded by problems and difficulties, never came alive to me. She never had much of a personality, and this was true of almost every character in the book. The gypsy leader, Theresa's evil uncle, the brilliant composer Franz Joseph Haydn - none of them were all that interesting. And because of it the book felt flat.
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5.0 out of 5 starsHistorical Adventure
By Dr Adam Weiss VINE VOICE on December 2, 2008
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The Musician's Daughter starts with Theresa Maria a 15 year old opening her the door to her house on Christmas Eve after been waken by men in hooded cloaks who are carrying a large sack and they drop it in front of her. There lying before her is her father dead with a gold medallion she had never seen before and what meaning does it have? But more importantly where is her father's violin-something he never went without.
From a night that suppose to be playing for the upper class and joyful account has turned into murder and mystery that only the main character can find out why. Very entertaining for young adult and older readers as well.
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5.0 out of 5 starsWhat A Wonderful Read
By NuJoi VINE VOICE on March 2, 2009
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I absolutely love the heroine in this novel! Even though this is set in the 1800s, she is as modern and ambitious a character teens will find in today's contemporary fiction. The story is never dull; it is a page-turner. It is they type of book I would have read in a single day because the story is so engrossing.

What especially pleases me about this book are the wonderful examples of fine womanhood included within its pages. Within each of the classes and cultures, there are strong, intelligent women. Even the traditional character for the time period, the mother, does her best to make sure her daughter is raised in a way that will secure a good future for her daughter - a proper marriage. The mother acts from love, protection and the cultural norm she believes to be correct.

This book is age-appropriate. Hearts flutter at the thought of a kiss. The main character understands and reacts smartly when she senses imminent danger - even when family is involved.

I will recommend this book to the young ladies in my family. I think they will find it an enjoyable read.
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4.0 out of 5 starsA young musician stepping outside the bounds of her society to find answers to her father's death
By Michelle Boytim on April 24, 2012
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This is set in 18th century Vienna and revolves around the world of Haydn and court musicians. Theresa's family is shocked when their violinist father is brought home dead. His death brings the family's fortunes in peril. While Theresa's mother plans to use a wealthy uncle to find a husband for Theresa, she has other plans and is able to make some money by working for Haydn, helping him with writing his compositions as his eyesight fails. She also begins to search for information about her father's death. A mysterious medal, his missing violin, and a gypsy encampment lead the 15 year old on several harrowing adventures, and include political turmoil, spies, and an oily, lascivious uncle in order for her to find out the truth. Glimmers of romance also appear along the way as this girl must rapidly become a young woman. A lovely young adult tale full of history and adventure, this was a pleasant book to read.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 starsTruth, justice, and violins

This was a fun read with lots of terrific details. I felt like I had travelled back in time with the brave heroine. Now I want to take up the violin and dress in bright colors!

Published 1 month ago by RC Wood
5.0 out of 5 starsAmazing!

From even the beginning the plot was captivating. This book is truly amazing and I would gladly recommend this book to anyone.

Published 11 months ago by Jennifer Nickerson
4.0 out of 5 starsFour Stars

My son read it for school and said he liked it.

Published 21 months ago by Beth Ashley
3.0 out of 5 starsShirleyGirlTwo

It was slow going at the start but it did pick up eventually. I did enjoy reading it. I was disappointed on how it ended, I guess I wanted more.

Published on April 9, 2014 by ShirleyGirl2
4.0 out of 5 starsGood Mystery!

IF you want a good book to read , you need to get this one. I Just wish the romance would have been more developed.

Published on March 2, 2014 by Brook
5.0 out of 5 starsThe Musician's Daughter

Wow! What a great book! Susanne Dunlap has done a fantastic job at weaving a story of life, loss and triumph over evil. Read more

Published on August 25, 2013 by Kendra Waldriff
5.0 out of 5 starsRichly entertaining and full of adventure

A most exciting read, with a plucky, likeable heroine and adventure, mystery plus romance spun into this tale. Read more

Published on January 22, 2013 by Sherlyn
5.0 out of 5 starsInteresting

This is a very suspenseful novel that intertwines good, evil, and the passion of music to create a great read from beginning to end. Characters are beautifully developed. Read more

Published on December 31, 2012 by Vic
3.0 out of 5 starsDisappointed

I was really excited for this book. I read the book sleeve, and it seemed like a thrilling historical novel (that equals two thumbs up, for me). Read more

Published on May 23, 2012 by Chloe
5.0 out of 5 starsThe Musician's Daughter

The Musician's Daughter was very beautifully written and had many cliff hangers at the end of each chapter. Read more

Published on February 29, 2012 by Jon

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