GIVEAWAY NOW CLOSED 02/24/11
This is an unusual giveaway; at least its the most unique that I've done. I received an ARC of
Sing You Home, Jodi Picoult's latest novel, releasing in March. It comes with a CD included! These are original songs created for the novel. The lyrics are by Jodi Picoult and the songs are sung by Ellen Wilbur. I believe the book blurb reveals the key to the delightful musical extra...
Every life has a soundtrack. All you have to do is listen.
Music has set the tone for most of Zoe Baxter's life. There's the melody that reminds her of the summer she spent rubbing baby oil on her stomach in pursuit of the perfect tan. A dance beat that makes her think of using a fake ID to slip into a nightclub. A dirge that marked the years she spent trying to get pregnant.
For better or for worse, music is the language of memory. It is also the language of love.
In the aftermath of a series of personal tragedies, Zoe throws herself into her career as a music therapist. When an unexpected friendship slowly blossoms into love, she makes plans for a new life, but to her shock and inevitable rage, some people - even those she loves and trusts most - don't want that to happen.
Sing You Home is about identity, love, marriage, and parenthood. It's about people wanting to do the right thing for the greater good, even as they work to fulfill their own personal desires and dreams. And it's about what happens when the outside world brutally calls into question the very thing closest to our hearts: family.
As you can see, music factors into the story in an integral way. I think it's pretty cool to do a CD that captures the essence of the story. I had no idea Picoult was a lyricist. What can't that lady do?! If you would like the opportunity to receive this ARC,
leave a comment about your favorite Jodi Picoult book and why it's your favorite. Also, let me know if you know of any other books that include a CD. If you haven't read a Picoult book, you're still welcome to enter the giveaway, but you must include in your comment that you haven't read one. Don't forget your email so you can be contacted if you're the winner. That is all.
Giveaway is open to residents of
US and Canada only this time. It gets expensive guys..
Giveaway ends Wednesday, February 23, 2011.
Sing You Home releases March 1, 2011.
Toodles!
