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Melophobia: fear or hatred of music.
The time—now; the place—America, but in a world where the government controls all forms of art and creativity. Any music sowing the seeds of anarchy is banned—destroyed if found—its creators and listeners harshly punished.
Merrin Pierce works as an undercover Patrol officer assigned to apprehend a fugitive musician who threatens the safe ...more
The time—now; the place—America, but in a world where the government controls all forms of art and creativity. Any music sowing the seeds of anarchy is banned—destroyed if found—its creators and listeners harshly punished.
Merrin Pierce works as an undercover Patrol officer assigned to apprehend a fugitive musician who threatens the safe ...more
Kindle Edition, 265 pages
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September 22nd 2015
by Kindle Press
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Jun 03, 2016
Imogene Dacanay
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5 BLAZING STARS IS AN UNDERSTATEMENT! If I could, I'd give more than what this book deserves! Oh gods.
I'm grateful to James Morris for providing me a review copy of his book, Melophobia. Also to Karina of @afirepages , for the recommendation.
I am in a reading slump before I read this book, and I'm too desperate to read it ASAP. So I struggled to read the first chapter, again and again, for four consecutive days. Later did I realize, I'm few chapters away from the end of the book. What kind of s ...more
I'm grateful to James Morris for providing me a review copy of his book, Melophobia. Also to Karina of @afirepages , for the recommendation.
I am in a reading slump before I read this book, and I'm too desperate to read it ASAP. So I struggled to read the first chapter, again and again, for four consecutive days. Later did I realize, I'm few chapters away from the end of the book. What kind of s ...more
If I could give this book more stars, I would! It was amazing and I could barely set it down for 3mins. Really loved it!
4.5 Stars
Wow! Great book! James Morris does it again with another captivating YA novel that is sure to get people reading!!
Melophobia is set in an alternative, dystopian America, where somewhere along the way all music became outlawed. The government is in control of all things that can cause anarchy. The Beatles got arrested, and even listening to music became an offence punishable by harsh law. The story follows young Merrin, an undercover patrol officer, who spends her days (and nights) busti ...more
Wow! Great book! James Morris does it again with another captivating YA novel that is sure to get people reading!!
Melophobia is set in an alternative, dystopian America, where somewhere along the way all music became outlawed. The government is in control of all things that can cause anarchy. The Beatles got arrested, and even listening to music became an offence punishable by harsh law. The story follows young Merrin, an undercover patrol officer, who spends her days (and nights) busti ...more
Very well written, lyrical, interesting premise. Almost reads like a classic, reminiscent of Fahrenheit 451. I just kind of find the plot a bit predictable what with the countless dystopias I’ve already read. Usually in a dystopian novel in the guise of a utopian world, a human emotion or passion gets banned from the society. In Delirum, it’s love. In the classic novel I mentioned above, it’s books. In the Giver, it’s basically all human emotions. In this particular case, it’s music. It’s theref ...more
Sep 29, 2015
PattyMacDotComma
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4.5★s
This was fun - 1984-type science fiction with romance, intrigue and betrayal.
This is about the War on Music, but if you substitute ‘Drugs’ for ‘Music’, you’ll get the picture. Only State-composed Muzak is allowed by The State. Even children’s music boxes are banned. At least with drugs, we are allowed to use strong ones under supervision.
Merrin Pierce’s father, Tarquin, is the powerful Minister of Broadcast Standards, and Merrin herself is a member of The Patrol, the police force whose job ...more
This was fun - 1984-type science fiction with romance, intrigue and betrayal.
This is about the War on Music, but if you substitute ‘Drugs’ for ‘Music’, you’ll get the picture. Only State-composed Muzak is allowed by The State. Even children’s music boxes are banned. At least with drugs, we are allowed to use strong ones under supervision.
Merrin Pierce’s father, Tarquin, is the powerful Minister of Broadcast Standards, and Merrin herself is a member of The Patrol, the police force whose job ...more
“Melophobia: fear or hatred of music.”
I received this book in exchange for an honest review. Thanks to the author, James Morris, and the publisher, Kindle Press, for providing me with a copy. Also, thanks to Maxine at Booklover Catlady Publicity for being the link between author and reviewer.
I chose this book, almost randomly, from a sea of other titles. I was intrigued by the name and knew exactly nothing about the book. It seemed fate provided this book to me because it is unlike any other I ...more
I received this book in exchange for an honest review. Thanks to the author, James Morris, and the publisher, Kindle Press, for providing me with a copy. Also, thanks to Maxine at Booklover Catlady Publicity for being the link between author and reviewer.
I chose this book, almost randomly, from a sea of other titles. I was intrigued by the name and knew exactly nothing about the book. It seemed fate provided this book to me because it is unlike any other I ...more
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This book follows Merrin, an officer in a world where music is illegal. You get to see what our world would be like without the joys of music and melodies. Merrin goes undercover for a her sector to try and take out some of the biggest "criminals" in LA. There are so many twists and turns. The writing is stupendous and keeps you hooked from page one. James really knows how to throw us into that world and feel the emotions of the cha ...more
This book follows Merrin, an officer in a world where music is illegal. You get to see what our world would be like without the joys of music and melodies. Merrin goes undercover for a her sector to try and take out some of the biggest "criminals" in LA. There are so many twists and turns. The writing is stupendous and keeps you hooked from page one. James really knows how to throw us into that world and feel the emotions of the cha ...more
BOOK REVIEW: Melophobia by James Morris
Can you imagine…
A world with no music allowed?
A world where music is banned and illegal?
A world where listening to music is a crime?
There is just nothing to say the way Mr. James Morris written the book. It’s excellent, very-well written, gripping, and one of the most moving novels I’d ever read.
Confusion, betrayal, and doubt all in the name of being a Patrol officer, the daughter of the Minister Tarquin Pierce, and a woman who was abandoned when she was j ...more
Can you imagine…
A world with no music allowed?
A world where music is banned and illegal?
A world where listening to music is a crime?
There is just nothing to say the way Mr. James Morris written the book. It’s excellent, very-well written, gripping, and one of the most moving novels I’d ever read.
Confusion, betrayal, and doubt all in the name of being a Patrol officer, the daughter of the Minister Tarquin Pierce, and a woman who was abandoned when she was j ...more
Melophobia was such a compelling book. Especially because of the subject matter.
It paints the picture of a dystopian U.S., in which music has pretty much been eradicated and outlawed. Music is believed to entice sin and moral degradation, and as such, anyone caught listening to any sort of music (except government created and approved toneless tunes) is sent to reeducation. Merrin Pierce is an officer in the Patrol, tasked with going undercover and exposing illegal gatherings of music lovers. He ...more
It paints the picture of a dystopian U.S., in which music has pretty much been eradicated and outlawed. Music is believed to entice sin and moral degradation, and as such, anyone caught listening to any sort of music (except government created and approved toneless tunes) is sent to reeducation. Merrin Pierce is an officer in the Patrol, tasked with going undercover and exposing illegal gatherings of music lovers. He ...more
Aug 21, 2017
Jasmine
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it was amazing
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Everyone for sure!
Music was a gateway drug, easy to start, but doomed to send its listeners on a journey of rebellion.
In the dystopian version of Los Angeles, classical music was the one and only type of music allowed for everyone. The State wanted to make sure the music wouldn’t arouse too much passion for a person so there were people keeping an eye on suspicious music listeners everywhere. Merrin “Melody” Pierce was an undercover agent on the outside but deep down she was a music lover—or should I ...more
A world without music! I can’t imagine how that would be (don’t want to either).
This story is telling us about a world where music is banned. People are not allowed to make or listen to music and if they do they will be punished!
Melophobia: fear or hatred of music.
The time—now; the place—America, but in a world where the government controls all forms of art and creativity. Any music sowing the seeds of anarchy is banned—destroyed if found—its creators and listeners harshly punished.
Merrin P ...more
Melophobia is an addictive, breath-taking, and a captivating twisted novel that will make your heart breaks into pieces and will make you cry loads of tears. I never thought that this book will touch my heart and will make it bleed at the same time. I am surely proud to say that this is one of the best books I’ve read so far.
One of life’s great pleasures, to feed the people you love. – James Morris, Melophobia
This novel tells the story of a patrol officer named Merrin Pierce who happens to be th ...more
One of life’s great pleasures, to feed the people you love. – James Morris, Melophobia
This novel tells the story of a patrol officer named Merrin Pierce who happens to be th ...more
The day the Muzak died, lol.
A world where music is illegal. Terrifying. This book is like what would happen if the Church of Christ ruled the country/world. No music, no dancing, no drinking, no fun.
It's not clear if the music ban is worldwide or just the states. Either way I shudder to think...
That said, the identity of the source was not a surprise to me at all, but then it wasn't like a pivotal reveal so it didn't bother me so much that i saw it coming a mile away.
I also really like the en ...more
A world where music is illegal. Terrifying. This book is like what would happen if the Church of Christ ruled the country/world. No music, no dancing, no drinking, no fun.
It's not clear if the music ban is worldwide or just the states. Either way I shudder to think...
That said, the identity of the source was not a surprise to me at all, but then it wasn't like a pivotal reveal so it didn't bother me so much that i saw it coming a mile away.
I also really like the en ...more
Nov 09, 2015
Yvonne (It's All About Books)
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Finished reading: December 1st 2015
"She could see how easily someone could succumb to the hex music weaved over them, the temptation to lose oneself within the hypnotic trance-like beats. No thoughts of the future, or the past, only the immediate present, as if life itself had condensed into a single moment."
*** A copy of this book was kindly provided to me in exchange for an honest review. Thank you! ***
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Blurb:
Melophobia: fear or hatred of music.
The time—now; the place—America, but in a world where the government controls all forms of art and creativity. Any music sowing the seeds of anarchy is banned—destroyed if found—its creators and listeners harshly punished.
Merrin Pierce works as an undercover Patrol officer assigned to apprehend a fugitive musician who threatens the safe fabric of society, only to confront everything she thought to be true – her values, upbringing, job, and future.
Can lov ...more
Melophobia: fear or hatred of music.
The time—now; the place—America, but in a world where the government controls all forms of art and creativity. Any music sowing the seeds of anarchy is banned—destroyed if found—its creators and listeners harshly punished.
Merrin Pierce works as an undercover Patrol officer assigned to apprehend a fugitive musician who threatens the safe fabric of society, only to confront everything she thought to be true – her values, upbringing, job, and future.
Can lov ...more
Ever hear someone say, “Turn that racket off! Whatever happened to good music, where you could understand what was being sung?” Probably a parent, older adult, or a person with better taste in music? ;) Now, imagine that someone put an end to music, period. No more Elvis with his suggestive hips, no more Beatles, heck, even the Wiggles would be banned! Imagine a life with only Muzak, kind of like being trapped in a mirrored elevator for life. That’s the world Merrin grew up in, the purveyors of
...more
3.5 :D
** I received this e-book from the author in exchange of my honest review **
What I really liked about Melophobia is the way James turn everything around :D . Because music is the way we protest and express our feelings, and James made that look like something wrong and sinful. And the incredible part was that I could see the reason behind that and at moments it made sense. :P
The main character Merrin was difficult for me. :/ Sometimes I liked her because she was so badass and smart, fight ...more
** I received this e-book from the author in exchange of my honest review **
What I really liked about Melophobia is the way James turn everything around :D . Because music is the way we protest and express our feelings, and James made that look like something wrong and sinful. And the incredible part was that I could see the reason behind that and at moments it made sense. :P
The main character Merrin was difficult for me. :/ Sometimes I liked her because she was so badass and smart, fight ...more
Apr 27, 2016
Shomeret
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it was amazing
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Melaphobia by James Morris was the second book that I nominated on Kindle Scout that was selected for publication. Because I had nominated it, I received a free copy of the book when it was published. I should have read and reviewed this sooner, but I've been busy with the work for my graduate degree.
I noticed a review of this book here on Goodreads from someone who didn't understand why the authorities in Melophobia condemned music. I was very young during the sixties, but I was there. So I lea ...more
I noticed a review of this book here on Goodreads from someone who didn't understand why the authorities in Melophobia condemned music. I was very young during the sixties, but I was there. So I lea ...more
Loved this book because music!
Say, how do you feel about elevator music? Or the “i’m-left-on-hold-on-the-phone-here-is-some-tunes-to-make-your-ears-bleed” kind of music? Assuming that majority of population always gets irritated by these “waiting-tunes”, can you picture a world where this was the only music available? The only kind of music allowed? Imagine, if all your life you were told that all the other genres of music were forbidden because they are the root of all evil and equal rebellion ...more
Say, how do you feel about elevator music? Or the “i’m-left-on-hold-on-the-phone-here-is-some-tunes-to-make-your-ears-bleed” kind of music? Assuming that majority of population always gets irritated by these “waiting-tunes”, can you picture a world where this was the only music available? The only kind of music allowed? Imagine, if all your life you were told that all the other genres of music were forbidden because they are the root of all evil and equal rebellion ...more
I received a free ecopy from the author in exchange for an honest review.
In this alternate version of America, the government controls art and creativity. Primarily, in the form of music which could potentially cause anarchy and discord if not nipped in the bud destroyed. Those caught making music, distributing music, or enjoying music are severely punished. Merrin Pierce is an undercover Patrol officer who apprehends the fugitives who threaten the values and safety of society with music. On one ...more
In this alternate version of America, the government controls art and creativity. Primarily, in the form of music which could potentially cause anarchy and discord if not nipped in the bud destroyed. Those caught making music, distributing music, or enjoying music are severely punished. Merrin Pierce is an undercover Patrol officer who apprehends the fugitives who threaten the values and safety of society with music. On one ...more
I had received this book in exchange for an honest review from the Author. This is the second book I have read by this author. I did find that this book was very engaging which kept me quickly turning the pages. So it was good, it just did not WOW me.
In this book you have a world where the government controls all forms of art, and music is one form that is prohibited. Merrin, who is a 'Patrol Officer', is on the case to seek out and apprehend 'the source', a fugitive musician, so that this new w ...more
In this book you have a world where the government controls all forms of art, and music is one form that is prohibited. Merrin, who is a 'Patrol Officer', is on the case to seek out and apprehend 'the source', a fugitive musician, so that this new w ...more
Apr 30, 2016
The Behrg
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This is one of the most fascinating alternative histories I've read, spawned by the idea of the government declaring war on "moral decay." And at its center are the arts -- music, paintings, television or movies ... anything that incites rebellion or causes you to feel something more than apathy.
And feel, you will.
Morris explores this world through the eyes of a young patrol officer. The daughter of one of the government's high ranking officials, she works undercover, exposing the ranks of thos ...more
And feel, you will.
Morris explores this world through the eyes of a young patrol officer. The daughter of one of the government's high ranking officials, she works undercover, exposing the ranks of thos ...more
James Morris does it again with another exciting page-turner, which by the way, I can totally picture as a movie! This alternate reality book is set in present time where music is banned, all music except musak of the elevator variety. It was an interesting and unique perspective to read about. I loved the family interactions, the betrayals, the treachery, and the unexpected romance. This book had a little bit of everything, all in a setting I am very familiar with.
I received this book for free ...more
I received this book for free ...more
4.3 stars
Review coming soon!!!
Review coming soon!!!
The book starts off with this quote:
"Rock has always been the Devil's music...I believe rock and roll is dangerous...I feel we're heralding something even darker than ourselves."
-David Bowie, Rolling Stone, February 12, 1976
May he rest in peace.
*****************
The story opens from the perspective of Anders, Merrin's partner in the Patrol. He's attending a rave party in undercover mode. Together with Merrin, he's trying to bust the party and get everyone arrested for playing music. I'd hate to g ...more
"Rock has always been the Devil's music...I believe rock and roll is dangerous...I feel we're heralding something even darker than ourselves."
-David Bowie, Rolling Stone, February 12, 1976
May he rest in peace.
*****************
The story opens from the perspective of Anders, Merrin's partner in the Patrol. He's attending a rave party in undercover mode. Together with Merrin, he's trying to bust the party and get everyone arrested for playing music. I'd hate to g ...more
Thank you to James Morris for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Review posted to A Keyboard and an Open Mind 09 January, 2016:
I read Melophobia is a day. It’s a really interesting alternate history, the premise being that in the late 1960s and early 1970s, to cope with the sexual revolution and events like Woodstock, the US government began the War on Moral Decay. All types of creativity, such as music, film and art, are illegal, except for government-approv ...more
Review posted to A Keyboard and an Open Mind 09 January, 2016:
I read Melophobia is a day. It’s a really interesting alternate history, the premise being that in the late 1960s and early 1970s, to cope with the sexual revolution and events like Woodstock, the US government began the War on Moral Decay. All types of creativity, such as music, film and art, are illegal, except for government-approv ...more
"People say they want the truth, but really, they don't. It's simpler, easier, less painful ro live without it."
What it is like to live in a world without music? A world where music is forbidden, hated, and feared? Unimaginable. Unthinkable. There is no doubt the world will go insane. And James Morris proved it here in his excellent novel, Melophobia. The title itself reveals too much. Melophobia: fear or hatred of music. At first, all I wonder is, is it possible? To fear or hate music? Then it ...more
What it is like to live in a world without music? A world where music is forbidden, hated, and feared? Unimaginable. Unthinkable. There is no doubt the world will go insane. And James Morris proved it here in his excellent novel, Melophobia. The title itself reveals too much. Melophobia: fear or hatred of music. At first, all I wonder is, is it possible? To fear or hate music? Then it ...more
Melophobia is defined as the "fear or hatred of music". James Morris presents us with an alternate image of our world, where music was criminalized in 1974 after the War on Moral Decay. Playing and distributing music (other than Classical or Musak) is illegal and punishable by four levels of reprogramming called Re-Education or Re-Edging. But is there also a more sinister punishment - the rumored Level 5?
Merrin Pierce and Anders Copeland are members of the Patrol, enforcers of these new laws and ...more
Merrin Pierce and Anders Copeland are members of the Patrol, enforcers of these new laws and ...more
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
Perfectly paced and well written.
A society where music is illegal and if caught re-education is required. The world building was put together well. The re-education process was interesting to read about (and learn about in the end).
This book had a lot of twist I didn't see coming. The Source should have been obvious and I thought I knew who it was going to be, but I was wrong. I was quite pissed at her father for s ...more
Perfectly paced and well written.
A society where music is illegal and if caught re-education is required. The world building was put together well. The re-education process was interesting to read about (and learn about in the end).
This book had a lot of twist I didn't see coming. The Source should have been obvious and I thought I knew who it was going to be, but I was wrong. I was quite pissed at her father for s ...more
I've got no words. That was a truly great book. Longer review coming soon.
*full review*
I can already tell I’m going to have a hard time telling you just how much I loved this book without getting repetitive and hysterical.
The world that it’s set in - remember V for Vendetta, or Equilibrium? I’ve seen people comparing it to the Hunger Games, which I suppose is a more modern comparison and one that everyone will immediately be able to relate to, but this felt more timeless than that, more tragic, ...more
*full review*
I can already tell I’m going to have a hard time telling you just how much I loved this book without getting repetitive and hysterical.
The world that it’s set in - remember V for Vendetta, or Equilibrium? I’ve seen people comparing it to the Hunger Games, which I suppose is a more modern comparison and one that everyone will immediately be able to relate to, but this felt more timeless than that, more tragic, ...more
When reading the blurb about this book I was very intrigued and had no idea how the book was going to play out. That said I have to explain that I'm a very visual in my head kind of reader and while reading "Melophobia" I pictured a very black & white Gotham type city with no music but Muzak? When Merrin would listen to her mom's music box just like Oz color would start to seep in and fill the room.
Very interesting dystopian premise of all music being addictive and did not see the twists that p ...more
Very interesting dystopian premise of all music being addictive and did not see the twists that p ...more
Could you imagine a world without the sounds of a soothing symphony caressing your ears or a toe-tapping jingle that puts a smile on your face or a tune where you have to get up and dance the night away or while your waiting at the traffic light, no ear-splitting bass coming from the car next you or ... could you?
You'll have to folks or be prepared for The Patrol.
Kindle Scout winner James Morris spins a tale about music and whether you are playing it, singing it, recording it, distributing it, o ...more
You'll have to folks or be prepared for The Patrol.
Kindle Scout winner James Morris spins a tale about music and whether you are playing it, singing it, recording it, distributing it, o ...more
Imagine a world with no music. Really, try a little harder. Hear that silence? No romantic wedding music. No tender lullabies. No songs of heartbreak and cheating. No energizing rock ’n roll. In this fictional dystopian world, what passes for music is more watered down than Muzak.
Now imagine a young woman at a crossroads. Merrin works at Patrol, the organization dedicated to stamping out the last remnant of people who listen to real, albeit illegal, music. Merrin has made a name for herself in h ...more
Now imagine a young woman at a crossroads. Merrin works at Patrol, the organization dedicated to stamping out the last remnant of people who listen to real, albeit illegal, music. Merrin has made a name for herself in h ...more
4.5 stars
Music is my life; I don’t know what I would do without it. As soon as I read the premise for James Morris’ Melophobia, I wanted to get my hands on it.
Melophobia: fear or hatred of music.
I can’t imagine a more awful ailment, let alone a law. When music is outlawed in this alternate version of our present day, life as we know it turns into a dark and gloomy place. Hearing what we know as Hollywood described without all the glitz and glamour, studios transformed into Police training headqu ...more
Music is my life; I don’t know what I would do without it. As soon as I read the premise for James Morris’ Melophobia, I wanted to get my hands on it.
Melophobia: fear or hatred of music.
I can’t imagine a more awful ailment, let alone a law. When music is outlawed in this alternate version of our present day, life as we know it turns into a dark and gloomy place. Hearing what we know as Hollywood described without all the glitz and glamour, studios transformed into Police training headqu ...more
I was given a free copy by the author in exchange for a review.
I loved Melophobia. The novel reminds me a lot of Ray Bradbury’s, Fahrenheit 451 which I also love. I loved the disturbing and often bleak world occupied by Merrin, Rowan, Val and Anders. My idea of hell is a world without books which is why Bradbury’s novel affects me so much. I love music and a world without it, where creativity is seen as a dangerous perversion chills me to the bone. I thought Merrin was a great character. She wa ...more
I loved Melophobia. The novel reminds me a lot of Ray Bradbury’s, Fahrenheit 451 which I also love. I loved the disturbing and often bleak world occupied by Merrin, Rowan, Val and Anders. My idea of hell is a world without books which is why Bradbury’s novel affects me so much. I love music and a world without it, where creativity is seen as a dangerous perversion chills me to the bone. I thought Merrin was a great character. She wa ...more
4.5
I received an e-book copy from the author in exchange for an honest review.
This was such an interesting, yet scary world where music is illegal. You have the government controlling everything about that part of society. Getting caught listening to music is punished in numerous ways depending on the severity of the crime. Meanwhile you have someone called the Source who is leaking music for those who need to get their music fix.
Merrin works for the patrol, going undercover to catch those in t ...more
I received an e-book copy from the author in exchange for an honest review.
This was such an interesting, yet scary world where music is illegal. You have the government controlling everything about that part of society. Getting caught listening to music is punished in numerous ways depending on the severity of the crime. Meanwhile you have someone called the Source who is leaking music for those who need to get their music fix.
Merrin works for the patrol, going undercover to catch those in t ...more
Sep 19, 2015
Cassandra (Thebookishcrypt)
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James, you have done it again!
This is the second book I have read by him and his writing just keeps getting better and better. I knew I was going to like this when I picked it up... but what I wasn't expecting was for it to completely DESTROY me.
This book takes place in America but in an alternate history, where the government controls what type of music you listen to. There's no rock n roll, jazz, EDM, and others. To listen to those types of mus ...more
James, you have done it again!
This is the second book I have read by him and his writing just keeps getting better and better. I knew I was going to like this when I picked it up... but what I wasn't expecting was for it to completely DESTROY me.
This book takes place in America but in an alternate history, where the government controls what type of music you listen to. There's no rock n roll, jazz, EDM, and others. To listen to those types of mus ...more
“Merrin looked like just another bystander in the crowd, the fire’s warm glow bathing her face, but what people couldn’t see was that she was a phoenix, rising from the ashes, reborn.”
I was provided with a copy of this book by the author in exchange for an honest review. This in no way altered my opinion of the novel.
Melophobia is an adult dystopian set in modern-day America. The government controls all forms of art, particularly music – each and every song must undergo stringent tests in ord ...more
I absolutely adored this book. It was a great YA Dystopian novel. A footloose for a Facebook generation.
As a big fan of music I found the story completely gripping and it had the ability to really make you think.
'What would a world without music be?'
'How flat lives and emotions would be.'
It's amazing how music filters through lives and marks important events and brings out emotions. This is completely apparent in the book; for both positive and negative reasons (loss of a loved one and new fou ...more
As a big fan of music I found the story completely gripping and it had the ability to really make you think.
'What would a world without music be?'
'How flat lives and emotions would be.'
It's amazing how music filters through lives and marks important events and brings out emotions. This is completely apparent in the book; for both positive and negative reasons (loss of a loved one and new fou ...more
"Melophobia" was superb. It is set in the present day USA. Censorship has gone way overboard. Music and dance are illegal. People are not allowed to own instruments. Movie studios have been closed down, T.V. shows are regulated, even dress has to be to a code. This story is about music rebels. It's an exciting plot with a little romance thrown in.
I received this book for free from the author in exchange for an impartial review. Thank you, Jim, for another great book. ...more
I received this book for free from the author in exchange for an impartial review. Thank you, Jim, for another great book. ...more
I did not like the way this book started out. The writing was really not good. But, the plot AND the writing got so much better I'm glad I kept at it.
I'll try to write a more comprehensive review after I think this over for a bit! ...more
I'll try to write a more comprehensive review after I think this over for a bit! ...more
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James Morris is a former television writer who now works in digital media. When not writing, you can find him scoping out the latest sushi spot, watching 'House Hunters Renovation', or trying new recipes in the kitchen. He lives with his wife and dog in Los Angeles.
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