Sometime a book just resonates deep inside your heart. I had plans for last Sunday. But Benny and his songs completely upended them in the best way

Sometimes a book just resonates deep inside your heart.  I had plans for my day. But Benny and his songs completely upended them in the best way.  This book pulled me in hard and took root.  My soul hung on every note.

Benny skirted all attachment.  Growing up in a mob family made you skittish after all.  But the piano was reliable. It was his oldest and dearest friend.  Esther was feisty and spirited and destined to use her voice to break free from the chains that held her back, even the chains she didn’t know about.  Between his ability to write songs and her ability to croon, they were destined for both trouble and success.  You can’t enjoy the resolution without a little dissonance after all. 

This book is about good music..the kind that makes you tap your toes and sing along…the kind that changes society.  It’s about learning the meaning of family.  It’s about prejudice and stereotypes. But most of all, this book is about overcoming obstacles, learning who you are, and accepting love. 

Just like good music can create a whole mood, this book struck a chord with my soul.  It made me swoon, broke my heart, took my breath, and left me longing.  Benny and Esther will stay with me for a long time to come.