FIRST VIOLIN

by Richard Tomlinson

Narrated by: Riles August Holiday

Production by: Richard Tomlinson

Haunting and Captivating!

In 1938 war-torn Austria, Klaus Lehner, the first violinist for the Vienna Philharmonic, faces a life far from his expectations. Sent to a Mauthausen subcamp to supervise Ukrainian laborers, he finally finds musical success by composing a tone poem.

The author, Richard Tomlinson, blends history and fiction beautifully rendering this tale. His writing style fully immerses the listener, through well-developed and rich details. The well-developed, and flawed characters feel relatable. The dialogue feels authentic and keeps the listener fully immersed in the narrative.

The narrator, Riles August Holiday, provides a compelling performance. His clear speech and precise emotional projection, subtle intonations, and well-timed pauses amplify the immersive experience. He slips into each character smoothly and flawlessly.

This is a very well-researched book with relatable characters. It is a captivating narrative and well-written.

There were no issues with the quality or production of this audiobook.

Disclaimer: This Audiobook was provided free of charge by the author, narrator, and/or publisher in exchange for a non-biased, honest review.