Life as a student is good for Flynn. As one of the top pianists at the Royal College of Music, he has been put forward for an important concert, the opportunity of a lifetime.But beneath the surface, things are changing. On a good day he feels full of energy and life, but on a bad day being alive is worse than being dead. Sometimes he wants to compose and practise all night, at other times he can't get out of bed. His flatmate Harry tries to understand but is increasingly confused by Flynn's erratic mood swings. His friend Jennah tries to help, but Flynn finds it difficult to be around her as he struggles to control his feelings and behaviour. With the pressure of the forthcoming concert and the growing concern of his family and friends, emotions come to a head. Sometimes things can only get worse before they get better.
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"Much more than a book about depression: it's about brilliance, fear, love and living. That is its achievement and what makes it a hearteningly good read" (Guardian )
"Intense and extremely moving . . . Written with compassion and perception, this is a moving, impressive debut" (Becky Stradwick The Bookseller )
"An exhilarating, emotive and at times exhausting read, which I couldn't put down" (TES )
"A simply, but beautifully written story about a loving family . . . There is enough in the book for all teenagers to engage with, whether they have come into contact with mental illness or not" (Write Away! )
"Suzuma handles the onset of manic depression with real skill and the music dimension with expertise" (Niall Macmonagle The Irish Times 20070407)
"Intense and extremely moving . . . Written with compassion and perception, this is a moving, impressive debut" (Becky Stradwick The Bookseller )
"An exhilarating, emotive and at times exhausting read, which I couldn't put down" (TES )
"A simply, but beautifully written story about a loving family . . . There is enough in the book for all teenagers to engage with, whether they have come into contact with mental illness or not" (Write Away! )
"Suzuma handles the onset of manic depression with real skill and the music dimension with expertise" (Niall Macmonagle The Irish Times 20070407)
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A hard-hitting, rollercoaster-ride of a novel about a teenage musical genius suffering from manic depression
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By Roisin
Format:Hardcover
A Note of Madness is one of the best books I have ever read. The main character is Flynn, a young musical genius who begins to experience wild mood swings. Flynn, as well as his friends Harry and Jennah, are all so well described that I felt like I knew them as people, felt like I was living right beside them as events unfolded, and missed them desperately when I was finished the book. Although the novel deals with the very serious issue of mental illness, it's beautifully and simply written. You won't regret buying this book.
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By T Roekaerts
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I am an adult reader and after reading this book thought I would write in to recommend it to other adults as it is a truly exceptional novel that should not be missed by anyone of any age. From the first page I was instantly absorbed into the lives of the heroes, and indeed they carried on to haunt me far beyond I turned the very last. Even if one's not a musician and one's never been officially 'depressed', so much rings true that one cannot fail to identify with the characters in the book. Despite the serious subject matter, it is ultimately an uplifting and inspirational story, and personally I cannot wait for Suzuma's next novel.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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Having just finished reading " a Note of Madness" by Tabitha Suzuma, and all I can say is wow! I could not put this book down, an amazing first novel and one I would highly recommend to all age groups. Ms Suzuma deals with this complex subject with clarity, and immense sensitivity.
I look forward to reading more from this promising author.
I look forward to reading more from this promising author.
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A few months ago, I read Ms. Suzuma's book, Forbidden - which was the first book I've ever read that made me cry (not just a bit of moisture, full on tears!). Read more
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A Note of Madness is a great book. I delves into the world of mental illness brilliantly.
A Great read. Buy it!
A Great read. Buy it!
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