Description
Bach's Pockets
Book summary
A polyphonic choir prepares to perform Bach's Magnificat while its members grapple with disordered personal lives and a conductor who might be a murderer. This novel combines humor, mystery, and redemption in a story that takes place over three intense days. The reader will discover how music becomes the common thread of a plot where love and horror coexist in an unexpected way.
What is it about?
A third-person narrator, with limited knowledge of the facts, follows the members of a polyphonic choir. Each of them carries personal conflicts that clash with the demand for harmony required by the piece they are rehearsing. The shadow of a potential murderer leading the group adds a layer of tension to the preparations. At the center of it all, a story of love, horror, and redemption unfolds over three decisive days.
Main themes
- Music as a metaphor for harmony and life's chaos.
- The coexistence of love and horror in human relationships.
- Redemption through art and community.
- The mystery surrounding the conductor's identity and intentions.
- Humor as a counterpoint to extreme situations.
Who is it recommended for?
Readers interested in novels that combine contemporary fiction with elements of mystery and humor. Especially recommended for those who enjoy choral plots where the characters are as important as the main story. Also for classical music lovers looking for a literary approach to the choral world.
What this book offers
- An original plot that interweaves music, crime, and human emotions.
- Complex and relatable characters that are easy to empathize with.
- A narrative approach that plays with the perspective of a non-omniscient narrator.
- An agile read that maintains interest over three intense days.
- A reflection on how art can redeem even the most disordered lives.
Technical specifications
- Author: Monteserín, Pepe
- Publisher: Ediciones del Viento, S.L.
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Modern and contemporary fiction, Humor
- Collection: Viento Abierto
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: April 2017
- Number of pages: 248
- Weight: 370 g
Editorial review
A novel that stands out for its originality in merging the choral world with a plot of suspense and redemption. Pepe Monteserín builds a story that captivates both for its premise and for the development of its characters. Humor and horror are skillfully balanced, offering an entertaining read that invites reflection on the transformative power of music. Ideal for those looking for a different approach within contemporary fiction.