The Songcatcher Audiobook

" This was an interesting book. Set in the Appalachians, what I enjoyed most about it was all of the history the author included, both about Appalachian music and the early Scottish settlers. I especially enjoyed her mention of the early Scottish settlers to Buncombe, North Carolina as I can trace my ancestry there. I did not think as far as being an overall great story that it really fit the bill for me, as it didn't seem thecharacters themselves really experienced any kind of growth or triumph as individuals, with the possible exception of Joe LeDonne. They seemed to be there more to embellish the story of the central song whose history is followed in the book. Perhaps that was the point, but I still felt like it would have been more satisfying if the characters had achieved anything from the beginning to the end of the book. Still I'm glad I came across it for the other reasons I've stated. I may read another book by Sharyn McCrumb just to see if I can dig as much history out of the next one. "

" Lots of research in this one. A wonderful read! "

" I really enjoyed this entire series, but this particular book was probably my favorite. The concept of a "songcatcher" and the interesting traditions of rural Appalachia made for a very satisfying read. "

" An Appalachian folk novel about a singer in search of a song. Many interesting hill-bred characters in a variety of historical settings. "

" Sharyn McCrumb is a writer not to be missed. The Americana woven into the mystery gives you much more than expected. "

" was a slow story but like most of her work, well written. "

" I love the way McCrumb weaves history and present showing us that our stories, our songs, our lives don't happen in isolation, but sit on the shoulders of so many others' stories. "

" The Songcatcher by Sharyn McCrumb (2002) "

" This was amazing! I always read a book before watching the movie. I did enjoy the movie though because you could actually listen to the beautiful songs of Appalachia. There is a surprise twist though! "

" Not a traditional mystery, more of a suspense story involving history, family dynamics, folk music and a touch of the supernatural, all set in east Tennessee and western North Carolina. Hard to put down. "

" I read this book while we were in Europe. I don't know if I remember the book so well because my trip was so memorable or if it was the book itself. I guess it could of been both. Anyways I liked the book because it was about something very interesting. Oral tradition. "

" One of the more intriguing books I've read in a long time. I loved the history behind the story and how the characters are entwined through the expanse of several, different generations. "

" One of my very favorite books! A mix of past legend with modern mystery. Haunting and wonderful! "

" started to reread this book id forgotten id read and it all seemed familiar and i realized my mistake . it was good but not memorable and not worth rereading at least not now. "

" The story of a song from Scotland passsed down through families. "

" Nothing earth-shattering, but it kept me entertained. The author's afterword, though, somewhat changed my perspective. Turns out much of the novel is based on her own family history, and I enjoyed learning that. "

" I enjoyed the story, it gets a little confusing with characters that are named after each other. "

" This was my second reading. I liked it even better the second time. "

" This book was so moving - I hope you'll take the time to read it! I have, several times! "

" I've read this one twice! Great read. "

" I chose this book for my book club to read. I especially like it because it follows McCrumb's own family history. "

" I love Sharyn McCrumb books. They always take place in the Appalachians, whether in Tennessee or North Carolina (unless they are her Elizabeth McPherson novels which are a series that are completely separate). I am not normally drawn to stories that take place in the US but her books are so good. "

" Another great read by the Appalachian bard-ess; one that mixes history and present day and makes you want to move to eastern Tennessee. "

" Love books abpout the Appalachian people. Good read "

" A song originating in Scotland is brought to American by the family & passed down trhu the generations-interesting interweaving of the different generations. "

" nice historical/Nora Bonesteel interlace, cosmic possums "

" The Songcatcher is a book all book reading groups should read and discuss - and such a lot to discuss as it meanders through bits of the past and mountain culture. "

" Good story. I enjoyed the history down through the generations. The multiple storylines were a little bit distracting but it was worth it when they came together at the end. "

" One of my very favorite books! A mix of past legend with modern mystery. Haunting and wonderful! "

" I chose this book for my book club to read. I especially like it because it follows McCrumb's own family history. "

" Another great read by the Appalachian bard-ess; one that mixes history and present day and makes you want to move to eastern Tennessee. "

" Generations of family history ranging from Scotland to the mountains of Appalachia with some magic realism and old ballads thrown in. Well written and entertaining. "

" An Appalachian folk novel about a singer in search of a song. Many interesting hill-bred characters in a variety of historical settings. "

" I loved this book about the people who brought their songs from Scotland and Ireland to America. It is a little bit mystery and a little bit history. A great read. "

" Good book...was hoping for a more captivating ending, but loved reading about the life stories carried on from one generation to the next. "

" By one of my favorite authors. Best quote; "I like my women featherbrained, gushing and chocolate box pretty" "