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“The Music Shop” is a novel written by Rachel Joyce, an English author known for her heartfelt storytelling and compelling characters. Published in 2017, the novel is set in a small independent music shop in the 1980s in a rundown part of a city.
The story revolves around Frank, the owner of the music shop, who has a unique gift for connecting people with the music they need, even if they don’t know it themselves. Despite the rise of CDs and the decline of vinyl, Frank refuses to stock CDs and instead offers a curated selection of records tailored to each customer’s emotional needs.
The plot thickens when a mysterious woman named Ilse Brauchmann faints outside Frank’s shop, leading to an unexpected and tender romance between them. As Frank navigates his feelings for Ilse, he also grapples with the challenges of keeping his struggling business afloat in a changing world.
“The Music Shop” is praised for its evocative writing, memorable characters, and nostalgic exploration of the power of music to heal and unite people. It’s a heartwarming and uplifting novel that celebrates the magic of human connection and the enduring allure of vinyl records.
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