Prepare yourself for a musical soiree unlike any other, as this novel transports readers to the Jazz Age in New York. A world filled with music, glamour, and entertainment. From the onset, Mitchell James Kaplan makes readers feel as though they are part of the festivities and carousing.
Spanning a period of 20 years, Kaplan takes readers on a journey of the tumultuous relationship of Katherine "Kay" Swift and George Gershwin. Along the way, we're introduced to a slew of famous names: composers, entertainers, and authors alike.
I will admit, the goings on were a little too risquΓ© for my taste, and I'm never a fan of extramarital affairs, but it was certainly portrayed as a socially acceptable part of this high society life. The movers and the shakers of NYC at the time seemed to have free reign, even during prohibition.
After I finished reading, I researched further and found that the depiction of the relationship between Gershwin and Swift in this novel, is quite controversial. Regardless, Kaplan certainly has a way with words and I rather enjoyed learning of the collaboration between the two.
Funny enough, not long ago, my favorite author, Amy Harmon asked what her followers' favorite composer was, and I immediately thought of Rodgers and Hammerstein; I absolutely love musicals. But I had completely forgotten how much I adore the Jazz standards Rhapsody in Blue, I got Rhythm, and Summertime by Gershwin. Can I change my vote?!
Many thanks to Gallery Books and NetGalley for gifting me with this early review copy in exchange for an honest review.
Read 4/6/2021
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