1. A Note Yet Unsung, Belmont Mansion Series #3
    Tamera Alexander
    Bethany House / 2017 / Trade Paperback
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  1. Booklover10
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    One of my top 10 books I've read so far this year!
    May 3, 2017
    Booklover10
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    I was hooked by this story from the very first pages. Being a musician (and from near where this story takes place), I could hardly set this book aside. In fact, it traveled with me in the car, doctor's offices, and anywhere else I found myself having to go. When coffee accidentally spilled on it, I almost cried! Silly, I know, but this book is in the top 10 of the ones that I have read this year!

    I had never actually given any thought as to how hard it was for women to even begin playing in the orchestra during this time period. Since I have had the privilege of playing in many orchestras over the years, I have definitely taken that fact for granted. I could really relate to Rebekah Carrington wanting so badly to play on stage for an audience. There's nothing quite like playing with an orchestra.

    I grew to like the conductor, Tate Whitecomb. Tamera Alexander did an excellent job at making me have mixed feelings about him at first. However, I did come around and enjoy him eventually. I can't spoil the end, but I wanted to do a happy dance when I read the last chapter! I was not expecting that at all and what a beautiful thing for her to weave these characters back into the final pages.

    A Note Yet Unsung is a thick book, but it had to be. There is absolutely no way that she could have cut any pages out of that book. Each one was intentional and purposeful. Oh, and being a fellow member of Bible Study Fellowship, I loved that she included a "shout out" to her BSF group. As if Tamera Alexander couldn't endear herself to my heart enough, that sent it over the top for me!

    The entire Belmont Mansion series has been wonderful and I really don't want to see this series end. If it must, though, I know that I'll never be disappointed by any books that she decides to write. There is so much history that fills the pages of her story that I feel as thought I step back in time with the characters.

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    I received this book free from Bethany House Publishers.
  2. Magister
    Michigan
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Another Historical Gem from Tamera Alexander
    May 2, 2017
    Magister
    Michigan
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    Sad to see the Belmont Mansion series end - but what an riveting story to round out this great trilogy! I love how Alexander chose three compelling interests of estate owner Adelicia (Hayes Franklin Acklen) Cheatham for the themes of these books - art, nature, and music. Through her careful research, each of her novels taught me much I didn't know about these common subjects. And her characters, whether main or supporting, are layered and interesting. One of my favorite 'lesser' characters in this book died well before the opening page, but made the book cohesive and spiritually profitable. Grandmother Carrington found a way to speak to her beloved granddaughter, Rebekah, even from the grave; her prayers tied the story together well. Her wisdom and faith in God's sovereign guidance is timeless. Adelicia of course played a familiar and important role again, providing a home and job for the female lead, and forcing her to be honest with herself as well as her employer. I love the tough yet gentle leadership she gives these young women who are coming of age in changing times. In this case, Rebekah possessed unusual musical ability, which she honed over a decade of study in Vienna. But social mores did not allow women to perform publicly, especially in the conservative South. In hiring her to tutor her daughter in violin, she gave her more than room and board - she supplied Rebekah with a stepping stone to make a real life for herself, and to influence the next generation. Conductor Tate is delightful as a reluctant admirer of the violinist his orchestra desperately needs but can't have. His carefully guarded private life becomes the catalyst for turning a talented "assistant" into a friend and mentor. So many neat twists in this novel, and plenty of reasons to keep the kleenex handy. *A lovely addition to this story is is a playlist available on the author's website. I love classical music, and it was a real treat to listen to the melodies that shaped this story - they made it even easier to be transported to the world Alexander has composed for us. I heartily recommend A Note Yet Unsung.
  3. CozyWriter'sDen
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    I wish this series wouldn't end
    April 25, 2017
    CozyWriter'sDen
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    A Note Yet Unsung by Tamera Alexander is the third and final series in the Belmont Mansion trilogy. This series is very well written and each book is a lovely read. I would highly recommend all three books. As for A Note Yet Unsung... it is the best book I have read in a while. Why, you may ask?

    First, the characters of this story really came to life for me. It may sound cliche to say such, but it is true. Rebekah and Nathaniel have passion, drive, insecurities, daring to push the boundaries, love, fear, tempers... a combination of beauty and flaws written together to make almost magically believable individuals. With the story in such capable hands as Rebekah's and Nathaniel's this latest Belmont Mansion novel can't help but be spectacular.

    The second reason I really enjoyed this story was the historical significance. I had no idea that women were not permitted to perform publicly in symphonies/orchestras until after the 19th century. Apparently it was unseemly and considered too provocative for a woman to play outside of her drawing room. Like many feminist rights that we take for granted today, the right to perform in public came at a hefty cost to many brave women who dared push the boundaries of propriety in order to live their dreams. In this story, Rebekah is a masterfully trained violinist, but her rare talent is pushed to the side due to her gender. With a little luck, however, and some daring on her part, she refuses to simply settle as a meek music tutor and strives to become one of the first women in her country to play in an orchestra. While the character of Rebekah is fictional, the fight for this freedom is not, and I imagine that there were women very much like Rebekah who worked hard to change history.

    The third reason for my glowing review of this book is the number of story lines. I was fascinated by the different cultures portrayed in this book, the in depth story telling behind the musical scenes, the dark side-story of Rebekah's family, and the mystery behind Nathaniel Tate. I won't say more - don't want to spoil the story! But it all makes for a very entertaining and difficult-to-put-down read.

    I would definitely recommend this novel.

    Thank-you to Graf Martin Communications and Baker Publishing Group for a copy of this novel in exchange for my honest opinion.
  4. Alysa Sawyer
    Age: 25-34
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    A Note Yet Unsung
    April 15, 2017
    Alysa Sawyer
    Age: 25-34
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    This book by Tamera Alexander is the third installment in her Belmont Mansion series. Rebekah Carringtion returns home to Nashville, Tennessee after a ten year stay in Vienna. As a master violinist, she desires to be in an orchestra even though it is rare for women to be allowed in orchestras no matter what their skill. Nathaniel Tate Whitcomb is the new orchestra leader of the Nashville Philharmonic. He is tasked with composing his symphony and training his orchestra before opening day of the new opera hall. His time is split with his rigorous responsibilities and returning to his childhood home to care for his dying father; all while dealing with recurring headaches, buzzing, and dizziness. Even though he recognizes her skill and talent, Tait turns down Rebekah's request to be in the orchestra due to public opinion. Rebekah takes a job tutoring Adelicia Cheatham's daughter at the Belmont Mansion and secures room and board there. As Tait's deadline gets closer, he asks Rebekah to assist him with his symphony.

    This is the first book that I have read by this author and I am impressed and anxious to read more from her! I absolutely loved this book! Being that it was the third book in the series, I do not know what connections the storyline and characters have to the previous books. Even so, I easily read it as a stand alone book. I loved the musical content of the book. I have always loved music even though I am not at all talented when it comes to instruments. The author provides a link so that readers can look up and listen to all of the music numbers mentioned in the book. There is some adult content worth mentioning... Rebekah's stepfather tried to rape her when she was younger which is why she was sent away to Vienna. When she returns, he repeatedly refers to the incident and eventually attempts to do it again. There are mentions of drinking and making moonshine, murder, slaves, and a few other things that may offend some people. The Christian content of trusting God, praying, scripture, etc. was strong throughout the story. It flowed well with the story. I feel that this book was very well written and I will be purchasing the previous two books in the series so that I can read them as well! I recommend it to anyone who loves music, instruments, and historical romance!

    In accordance with the Federal Trade Commission I am required to disclose that Bethany House provided this book for free in exchange for my review. I was not required to write a positive review and the opinions I have expressed are my own.
  5. Mrs ARS
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    I am just sorry the story had to end.
    April 5, 2017
    Mrs ARS
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    What a treat it was for me to read this latest in author Alexander's series, A Belmont Mansion Novel. This book is over 400 pages but went so quickly for me as the writing and the characters pulled me into their world for a while and I had a hard time coming back out of it. Taking place shortly after the Civil War, Rebekah Carrington has been called back from Vienna to her home in Nashville, Tennessee after her beloved Grandmother has died. Reluctant to come back home to a mother who does not understand her and to a step-father who is a rather evil man, Rebekah becomes desperate for a job and other living arrangements. She lives in a time where it was very much frowned upon to have a woman play in the orchestra. That however is Rebekah's dream job and she is a very gifted musician. It was frustrating to see the pigheadedness and the political mechanisms that kept women in their so called place, and I am so thankful I live in the time that I do.

    Enter Maestro Nathaniel Tate Whitcomb who sees talent in Rebekah (and more) but bows to the confines of the culture; understandably so, but no less frustrating. Tate was a very likable character with a depth about him that we get to see as the layers of his life are pulled back, and we like Rebekah get to know him. His storyline took me by surprise and I enjoyed getting a much more in depth look at both his and Rebekah's lives.

    This story was very romantic and had me in the mood for classical music. I liked that the author brought in a real person in history that tied this series together. As always I appreciate the author notes and I am very interested in learning more about the Belmont Mansion and the lady herself, Adelicia Cheatham. This moves to second place of my favorite books by author Alexander. To Win Her Favor is still my favorite, but this is a very close second.

    I received a copy of this book for free from the publisher. I was not required to give a positive review. All opinions and views expressed are my own. I highly recommend this beautiful story.

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