Mozart's Wife: Library Edition

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Summary: I've Read it Twice and Will Read it Again!
Review: As a huge Mozart fan, I found this the very best Mozart novel I've ever read, especially since it's in the point of view of Constanze, his long-suffering wife. The prose is extremely beautiful. I can only compare it to who I consider the master of beautiful prose, LaVeryle Spencer. She has a way of conveying emotions that no other writer can. The prose is polished to a bright sheen. Flawless. The historical details are marvelous. You're really in Constanze's head, vividly. I only wish it were a movie!!

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Summary: A good portrayal of Constanze
Review: This book was a very good read and at times, hard to put down. I enjoyed seeing life through Constanze's eyes, and it was interesting to watch her 'evolve' from one of the youngest Weber children, often overshadowed by Aloyisa; to newlywed Frau Mozart, disliked by her inlaws who are so dear to Mozart; to a woman trying to save the money that slips so easily through her husband's fingers. I personally could have done with a few less of the "bedroom" scenes; and Mozart's way of death may be a little controversial. By the end of the book, her attitude was leaving me with a sour feeling. However, this is a good, well researched portrayal of Constanze, who seems, too often, to get stuck in a bad light by biographers.

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Summary: THIS is life with Mozart!!
Review: THIS is life with Mozart from his wife's point of view...
The story will transport you back to the 18th century, reads easily and is entirely engrossing. It was one of the few books that has kept me up reading until the sun rose! The writing is so stark and raw, no flowery romanticism, just honest, straightforward realism. Although I personally found neither Mozart nor Konstanze likable, they were completely, charmingly, and utterly human, flaws and all.
Mozart's Wife is one of the best books I have read in many years. I highly recommend that you don't waste another day without reading this incredible book!