THE UNCONVENTIONAL PATH OF THELONIOUS AUBREY
Fledging singer Thelonious 'Theo' Aubrey and his best friend Bo, an African-American trumpet player, struggle to succeed in the exhilarating music scene of the French Quarter as America slowly recovers from World War II.
Desperate for money, they join forces with Callie, a seductive young dancer, and Gritty, an enigmatic outsider. From the colorful streets of New Orleans to the legendary jazz clubs of Harlem, the young artists meet some of the most prominent musicians of their day.
When the fallout from their checkered pasts catches up with them, a surprising turn of events leads the lovable, eccentric characters to their unexpected destinies.
Gwen Banta's THE UNCONVENTIONAL PATH OF THELONIOUS AUBREY is a historical fiction masterpiece full of humor, love, and heartbreak, set in history's most exciting era of jazz and blues.
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"Banta's descriptive prose and narrative brilliantly capture the colorful atmosphere and the jazz music scene of New Orleans and Harlem in the late 1940s...this is a must-read for readers who love coming-of-age stories."
Pikasho Deka, Readers Favorite
"Banta makes her novel almost impossible to put down....Banta's effective establishment of 1949 Harlem and bringing that era to life are the standouts... Very highly recommended."
Jamie Michele, Readers Favorite
"Banta's storytelling is both heartwarming and heart-wrenching, drawing readers into the lives of her characters and making them care deeply about their fates. Her writing is evocative, and the book is filled with memorable passages and poignant moments."
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