Plot Summary

Songs in Ursa Major

Emma Brodie

Songs in Ursa Major

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

Book Brief

Emma Brodie

Songs in Ursa Major

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New England • 1960s

First Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Songs in Ursa Major by Emma Brodie follows the story of a young musician navigating the challenges and complexities of the music industry in the 1970s. It explores themes of ambition, love, and personal growth as the protagonist strives to find her voice and identity amidst the pressures of fame.

Emotional

Romantic

Melancholic

Nostalgic

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

3.9

17,279 ratings

70%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Songs in Ursa Major by Emma Brodie captures the vibrant spirit of the 1960s and ‘70s music scene with authenticity and emotional depth. Readers appreciate its lyrical prose and strong female protagonist. Some critiques note predictability in the plot. Overall, it’s a well-crafted debut that appeals to music lovers and fans of historical fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Songs in Ursa Major?

A reader who enjoys Songs in Ursa Major by Emma Brodie likely appreciates stories about music, the 1960s, and complex relationships. Fans of Daisy Jones & The Six or Almost Famous will be drawn to this novel's rock-and-roll backdrop and its exploration of love, ambition, and self-discovery.

3.9

17,279 ratings

70%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New England • 1960s

First Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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