Half Blood Blues by Esi Edugyan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
An involving book with a memorable protagonist set in a fascinating time. An interesting perspective that encompassed black jazz musicians in Nazi Germany and war-time Paris, as well as the difficulties experienced by Jewish and German jazz musicians, and infused with a deep appreciation for the music. A compelling plot that pulled me along and made me care about each of the characters. I truly appreciated the depth of historical research and the confidence with which the author illuminated it. Switching back and forth from present to past heightened the tension as the story built to a its surprise climax. Wonderfully written, powerfully told, authentic voice. Loved it.