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The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto

By: Mitch Albom
Narrated by: George Guidall, Ingrid Michaelson, John Pizzarelli, Mike Hodge, Mitch Albom, Paul Stanley, Roger McGuinn
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 At nine years old, Frankie Presto is sent to America in the bottom of a boat. His only possession is an old guitar and six precious strings.

But Frankie's talent is unique, and his amazing journey weaves him through the musical landscape of the twentieth century, from classical to jazz to rock and roll, with his stunning talent affecting numerous stars along the way, including Hank Williams, Elvis Presley, Carole King and even KISS.

Frankie becomes a pop star himself. He makes records. He is adored. But his gift is also his burden, as he realises, through his music, he can actually affect people's futures -- with one string turning blue whenever a life is altered.

At the height of his popularity, Frankie Presto vanishes. His legend grows. Only decades later does he reappear, to change one last life . . .©2015 ASOP, Inc. Family Life Fiction Genre Fiction Metaphysical & Visionary Guitar

Critic Reviews

Mitch Albom sees the magical in the ordinary (Cecilia Ahern)
Powerful . . . Albom has touched the lives of a lot of people he never even knew
Compelling and uplifting
A writer with soul
Albom breaks hearts with his stories
All stars
Most relevant
I've read many of Mitch's books and lose myself in his writing, finding myself unable to put the books down. This is my first Mitch Albom audiobook and it certainly didn't disappoint. The blend of various narrator's was so well done and helps the listener to live and breathe everything Frankie and I can't wait to listen to another of Mitch's books.

Another Mitch Albom sensation!

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A beautifully written story of love, loss, learning, yearning and the power music can have on ones soul. So different from the authors other books, yet so similar too. An amazing read and as an audio book I loved listening to the voice of Mitch as it was meant to be read. 10/10. Thank you for writing this book in my lifetime!

Captivating from start to finish.

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I loved it and listened to it at every opportunity. It had me intrigued from the beginning.

FANTASTIC!

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This reading was a joy from start to finish! The story was wonderful, and the additional narrators elevated the story to another level!

Your ears will love this book!

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Fantastic story.
Transportive. Original.
Engaging
The audio book production is wonderful.
Highly recommended.
Thank you to the author and all the actors involved in the audio version!

Magical and Believable

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