This is Not a Lie
Autor Susannah Farrowen Limba Engleză Paperback – 27 noi 2020
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781913680039
ISBN-10: 1913680037
Pagini: 336
Dimensiuni: 135 x 210 x 25 mm
Greutate: 0.26 kg
Editura: Dixi Books Publishing
Colecția Dixi Books Publishing
ISBN-10: 1913680037
Pagini: 336
Dimensiuni: 135 x 210 x 25 mm
Greutate: 0.26 kg
Editura: Dixi Books Publishing
Colecția Dixi Books Publishing
Recenzii
This is not a lie is the love story of lead guitarist, Joel Reed and singer, Harry Engel and takes place during the 1980 s Australian music scene found at St. Kilda s, Melbourne. Joel is the lead guitarist of The Blackhearts, a heavy metal band on the cusp of stardom and Harry is their new lead singer. While music prospects emerge for the cash-strapped Blackhearts, the band s success is threatened on many fronts. Conflict between band members, Joel s ongoing addiction issues and his struggle coming to terms with his attraction for new band mate, Harry, jeopardize The Blackhearts chances for success. You don t need to be a professional historian to know homophobia was normalized, pervasive, and at times internalized in the early 80 s. The main characters in This is not a lie grapple with living their true selves amid fears of the very real consequences of being outed for their person as well as for the band as a whole. This is not a lie is at times heartbreaking, at times hopeful. Farrow has created an immersive and honest story with complicated and flawed characters. -- Joy Norstrom, author of Flying the Nest and Out of Play
Taking place in Australia in 1984, This Is Not a Lie by S.C. Farrow is a captivating novel that is quite poignant. In his early twenties, Joel Reed is the founder and lead guitarist of hard rock band The Blackhearts. After losing their lead singer, Harry Engel joins the band over the objections of Joel's sister and band manager, Karen. With the opportunity to finally score a record deal, turmoil roils within the band as Joel wrestles with his feelings for Harry and his addiction to heroin. Karen is worried about the band's future so she makes a decision she believes is in The Blackhearts' best interest. The other band members are supportive of one another, but they have financial concerns as they practice long hours in hopes of finally reaching their goal of stardom. Joel is willing to put in the hard work to make The Blackhearts a success. He is a little quick to anger and he can be stubborn. Although Joel knows he has to stay in the closet in order to achieve success, he uses heroin and alcohol to dull his pain. He has successfully managed to keep his desires under wraps, but his strong attraction to Harry is almost impossible to hide. And resist. Harry is a charming, charismatic and gifted singer. He is also a very talented songwriter whose suggestions take the band's songs to a whole new level. Harry is also drawn to Joel but he is haunted by the events that precipitated his move to Melbourne. His demons threaten to derail The Blackhearts shot at finally finding success. Joel is deeply flawed with realistic issues that he refuses to talk about or deal with. His addiction to heroin is not glamorized but rather serves a reminder that many addicts are functional with families and careers. Joel's pain is palpable as he struggles with hiding who he is in order to achieve success. Full of heartbreak and hope, This Is Not a Lie is an emotional novel that is well-written with vibrantly developed characters. The subject matter is true to the time period and difficult topics are realistically handled with sensitivity. S.C. Farrow brings this compelling novel to a surprisingly upbeat conclusion. I absolutely loved and HIGHLY recommend this outstanding novel. --Kathy - Goodreads Reviewer
This is Not a Lie is a gritty, detailed and dramatic story of the struggle of the fictional band The Blackhearts to attain success, but this is simply the context. In reality, the story revolves around band member Joel, whose fight with self loathing, addiction and his own sexuality color his choices and impact those around him. The reader is placed inside of these struggles, rejoicing over triumphs and fearful of consequences, hoping against hope that both Joel and the band will triumph. The account is detailed, intense and emotional. There is a redemptive process taking place between the lines and events that lead the protagonist, and the reader, to long for and attain parts of that happiness longed for. After a series of unforeseen events, some glorious and others tragic, Joel is able to say: Healing isn t about forgetting him or getting over the loss of him. It s about making a choice - to let your suffering raze you from the inside out, or to turn it into a source of strength and wisdom This is a story of struggle, resilience and transformation. --Mark Tedesco - Author of That Undeniable Longing, I am John I am Paul, Lessons and Beliefs, The Dog on the Acropolis and She Seduced Me: A Love Affair with Rome
Taking place in Australia in 1984, This Is Not a Lie by S.C. Farrow is a captivating novel that is quite poignant. In his early twenties, Joel Reed is the founder and lead guitarist of hard rock band The Blackhearts. After losing their lead singer, Harry Engel joins the band over the objections of Joel's sister and band manager, Karen. With the opportunity to finally score a record deal, turmoil roils within the band as Joel wrestles with his feelings for Harry and his addiction to heroin. Karen is worried about the band's future so she makes a decision she believes is in The Blackhearts' best interest. The other band members are supportive of one another, but they have financial concerns as they practice long hours in hopes of finally reaching their goal of stardom. Joel is willing to put in the hard work to make The Blackhearts a success. He is a little quick to anger and he can be stubborn. Although Joel knows he has to stay in the closet in order to achieve success, he uses heroin and alcohol to dull his pain. He has successfully managed to keep his desires under wraps, but his strong attraction to Harry is almost impossible to hide. And resist. Harry is a charming, charismatic and gifted singer. He is also a very talented songwriter whose suggestions take the band's songs to a whole new level. Harry is also drawn to Joel but he is haunted by the events that precipitated his move to Melbourne. His demons threaten to derail The Blackhearts shot at finally finding success. Joel is deeply flawed with realistic issues that he refuses to talk about or deal with. His addiction to heroin is not glamorized but rather serves a reminder that many addicts are functional with families and careers. Joel's pain is palpable as he struggles with hiding who he is in order to achieve success. Full of heartbreak and hope, This Is Not a Lie is an emotional novel that is well-written with vibrantly developed characters. The subject matter is true to the time period and difficult topics are realistically handled with sensitivity. S.C. Farrow brings this compelling novel to a surprisingly upbeat conclusion. I absolutely loved and HIGHLY recommend this outstanding novel. --Kathy - Goodreads Reviewer
This is Not a Lie is a gritty, detailed and dramatic story of the struggle of the fictional band The Blackhearts to attain success, but this is simply the context. In reality, the story revolves around band member Joel, whose fight with self loathing, addiction and his own sexuality color his choices and impact those around him. The reader is placed inside of these struggles, rejoicing over triumphs and fearful of consequences, hoping against hope that both Joel and the band will triumph. The account is detailed, intense and emotional. There is a redemptive process taking place between the lines and events that lead the protagonist, and the reader, to long for and attain parts of that happiness longed for. After a series of unforeseen events, some glorious and others tragic, Joel is able to say: Healing isn t about forgetting him or getting over the loss of him. It s about making a choice - to let your suffering raze you from the inside out, or to turn it into a source of strength and wisdom This is a story of struggle, resilience and transformation. --Mark Tedesco - Author of That Undeniable Longing, I am John I am Paul, Lessons and Beliefs, The Dog on the Acropolis and She Seduced Me: A Love Affair with Rome