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Soul Music

(Discworld Novel 16)
By Terry Pratchett
Series: Discworld Novels
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Soul Music by Terry Pratchett is a fantastical tale set in the Discworld universe. It explores a captivating journey as a young girl named Susan takes on her grandfather's job, who happens to be Death himself, bringing her into the vibrant and unpredictable world of music with a magical twist. As bands rise and fall, the narrative weaves humour, mystery, and philosophical reflections on life and identity.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate a whimsical and satirical take on the music industry, infused with fantasy elements and clever humour. It cleverly blends rock and roll culture with Discworld's unique charm, making it a delight for fans seeking both laughter and imaginative storytelling.

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This is a story about sex and drugs and Music With Rocks In.
Well…
…one out of three ain’t bad.

Being sixteen is always difficult, even more so when there’s a Death in the family.

The sixteenth Discworld novel.

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The sixteenth Discworld novel.

This is a story about sex and drugs and Music With Rocks In. Well... one out of three ain't bad.

Being sixteen is always difficult, even more so when there's a Death in the family. After all, it's hard to grow up normally when Grandfather rides a white horse and wields a scythe. Especially if he decides to take a well-earned moment to uncover the meaning of life and discover himself in the process, so that you have to take over the family business, and everyone mistakes you for the Tooth Fairy.

And especially when you have to face the new and addictive music that has entered Discworld. It's lawless. It changes people. It's got a beat and you can dance to it.

It's called Music With Rocks In.

And it won't fade away.

Soul Music by Terry Pratchett.

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Reviewers praise Terry Pratchett's Soul Music for its witty satire, blending classical themes with lively imagination and popular mythologies in surprising ways. The book is noted for its universal appeal, cleverness, and energy, likened to the timeless delight of the Discworld series. Pratchett's ability to craft a metaphysical wit, alongside his original take on profound themes like death, showcases his genius in creating a secondary world that is both compelling and amusing.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780552167550

Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 February 2013

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Corgi Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 298g

Pages: 432

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Terry Pratchett was the acclaimed creator of the global bestselling Discworld series, the first of which, The Colour of Magic, was published in 1983. In all, he was the author of over fifty bestselling books which have sold over 100 million copies worldwide. His novels have been widely adapted for stage and screen, and he was the winner of multiple prizes, including the Carnegie Medal. He was awarded a knighthood for services to literature in 2009, although he always wryly maintained that his greatest service to literature was to avoid writing any. www.terrypratchettbooks.com

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