Sins in Blue by Brian Kaufman

TITLE INFORMATION

Sins in Blue

Brian Kaufman

Black Rose Writing, 153 pages

9781684334797, 5.21.20

BOOK REVIEW

Overall Rating = 4.75

Storyline & Concept = 4.5

Writing & Delivery = 5

Editorial = 4.75

Sins in Blue is a story, based in the 1960s, of a young man with a dream and an aging blues musician with a poignant history. The boy’s search for fame and fortune builds an unlikely friendship while reviving lost hope and past sorrows.

This novel is a quick, engaging read that begins with the premise of two people from different generations who have a common interest. It draws upon that interest to expose the racial divides prevalent in the 1930s and 1960s. The author’s love and knowledge of music is evident, and he masterfully uses it to build interesting and compassionate characters who have strengths, weaknesses, achievements, and regrets. My only lament is that I didn’t have more time with these characters and their stories.

Sublime Line: “A compelling and well-written tale that uses engaging characters in an entertaining style to expose racial and cultural divides in the 1930s and 1960s.”

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