Sleeping with Schubert, Bonnie Marson
Sleeping with Schubert, Bonnie Marson
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Sleeping with Schubert

Author: Bonnie Marson

Narrator: Staci Snell

Unabridged: 13 hr 2 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 03/05/2004


Synopsis

It seems that the legendary composer Franz Schubert is alive—well, sort of—in the twenty-first century: His soul has taken up residence in the body of Brooklyn lawyer Liza Durbin. Even more astonishing, so has his prodigious gift. A mediocre pianist at best as a child, Liza can suddenly pound out concertos and compose masterly music out of the blue. But how can a brilliant male Austrian composer from the nineteenth century coexist in the everyday life of a modern American woman? And how can Liza explain what’s happened to her without everyone thinking she’s gone off the deep end?

Fortunately, the evidence is tangible, and Liza is soon brought into the esteemed halls of Juilliard under the tutelage of the revered—and feared—Greta Pretsky, a humorless woman whose only interest in Liza is her channeling of Schubert. Greta’s greedy for her next big star, and the entire New York City press is whispering of Liza’s brilliance as the public awaits her debut at Carnegie Hall. Even Liza’s boyfriend, Patrick, seems more in love with her than ever.

Yet as Liza yields to Franz’s great passion, her own life and identity threaten to elude her. Why was she chosen as the vessel for this musical genius—and when, if ever, will he leave? Their entwined souls follow a path of ecstasy, peril, and surprise as they search for the final, liberating truth.

A strikingly original novel, Sleeping with Schubert plays on years of speculation regarding Franz Schubert’s “Unfinished Symphony.” Bonnie Marson’s extraordinary imagination supposes that Schubert cannot truly die until the mystery is solved—even if it means being resurrected in the body of a deceptively ordinary woman. Filled with drama and humor, this irresistible novel explores love, genius, and identity in ways that will engage and amaze readers.

About The Author

Bonnie Marson is an artist who has worked in many media avenues, including painting, drawing, photography, ceramics, and mosaics. She has sold her work in galleries and to collectors around the country. She lives in Tucson, Arizona, with her husband, Steve Sadler.Staci Snell has worked in radio and later, as an elementary school teacher. She lives in Los Angeles where she works as an actor. Her television credits include The Shield, The Division, and various commercials. As an audiobook narrator, her numerous titles include Sandra Brown's Demon Rumm, Ann Rule's Kiss Me, Kill Me, Sharon Rocha's For Laci, and Jill Smolinski’s The Next Thing on My List.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Lauren on July 30, 2015

Whenever I am enjoying a novel, I tend to slow down towards the ending. It's because I don't want the book to end. That's what happened with "Sleeping with Schubert." Bonnie Marson has such a wonderfully comedic wit that I found myself smiling and even laughing out loud throughout the story. Even th......more

Goodreads review by Elizabeth on November 01, 2008

SLEEPING WITH SCHUBERT currently holds the place as my favorite recent read. I have read it twice, first in April 2006 and again this past April. It was a major inspiration and guide for me in writing my own book, LIFE AS PLANNED, currently represented by Writer's Literary Agency. Liza Durbin, a regu......more

Goodreads review by Chuck on November 07, 2009

This isn't the kind of book I usually read, but I was interested in the title and the copy on the dust jacket, and, when I opened the book and read "I became a genius the day I locked my keys in the car," I found I wanted to know more. I'm thoroughly glad that I did. Liza Durbin is a moderately succe......more

Goodreads review by Patrick on December 20, 2021

This was a fun read. Franz Schubert's soul has taken up residence in the body of lawyer Liza Durbin. So has his prodigious gift for composing and playing music. No prodigy as she learned t play piano as a child, she can now play music at a world class level. Such talent cannot stay hidden and soon s......more

Goodreads review by chiara ੈ✩‧₊˚ on August 05, 2024

late review. i’ll reread this again, but all i can say is that the title + premise of the protag having schubert inside her VERY MUCH misled me. schubertfuckers lose yet again…......more


Quotes

“Combining just the right amounts of love, lunacy, and lyricism, Bonnie Marson has given us an enchanting tale about genius and relationships sparked by the improbable convergence of a dead composer and a Brooklyn lawyer. This book is as original as they come. You will be captivated.”
—Tawni O’Dell, author of Backroads

“A charmed and charming novel—an imaginative joy ride with a gifted and generous spirit.”
—Katherine Dunn, author of Geek Love

“From the opening lines, Sleeping with Schubert is a hilarious, whimsical romp through the looking glass of a great musical mystery. The writing snaps, crackles, and pops with humor as Bonnie Marson makes Schubert a sexy, happening kind of guy who gives new meaning to our dreaming the impossible.”
—Jonis Agee, author of The Weight of Dreams