Solo- Blog Tour
You’ve heard of ‘girl meets boy’? This isn’t that. It’s ‘girl meets horn’.
Cate was a top musician in a leading orchestra—until a disastrous solo humiliated her on the world stage. Traumatised, she abandons her instrument, retrains as a language teacher, reinvents herself online, and travels the world.
Ten years later, after her mother’s death, Cate returns to her bleak Midlands hometown, where she’s drawn into mentoring Sarah, a talented teenage horn player with no professional training. Sarah dreams of making music her career, but her family can’t afford a decent instrument or lessons. She learns by ear, her talent undeniable but her future uncertain.
Cate is the only one who can help.
When a local amateur orchestra announces a concert featuring the piece that once destroyed Cate’s career, Sarah’s big break is at stake. For Cate, helping her succeed could mean redemption—if she can finally face her own past.
After Cate goes through a series of life-changing and often heartbreaking events, music remains the one constant presence in her life—until she makes the painful decision to give it up. This loss felt particularly impactful, as music had clearly been such a defining part of her identity. Sarah’s introduction into the story brought a sense of hope, as there was something about her that reminded Cate of her younger self. Through this connection, Cate begins to confront her inner struggles and past demons, showing resilience and self-determination as she attempts to rebuild and make a comeback.
The characters, both from Cate’s past and present, were well-developed and thoughtfully written. Each one served a purpose within the story and contributed meaningfully to the overall plot. I appreciated how seamlessly the timelines were handled, making the story easy to follow while still adding emotional depth and context to Cate’s journey.
One of the standout elements for me was the author’s use of humour. It was woven in naturally and helped balance the heavier themes, keeping the story light-hearted at times without undermining its emotional impact. This made the book feel both heartfelt and fun to read. The pacing was consistent throughout, which kept the story moving and made it hard to put down.
Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I would definitely recommend it, especially to readers who enjoy character-driven stories with themes of music, personal growth, and second chances.
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