The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto

A Novel

From the beloved author of the #1 New York Times bestsellers Tuesdays with Morrie and The Five People You Meet in Heaven comes his most critically acclaimed novel yet—a stunningly original tale of love: love between a man and a woman, between an artist and his mentor, and between a musician and his God-given talent.

Narrated by the voice of Music itself, the story follows Frankie Presto, a war orphan born in a burning church, through his extraordinary journey around the world. Raised by a blind guitar teacher in Spain and gifted with a talent to change people’s lives—using six mysterious blue strings—Frankie navigates the musical landscape of the twentieth century, from the 1950s jazz scene to the Grand Ole Opry to Elvis mania and Woodstock, all the while searching for his childhood love.

As he becomes a famous star, he loses his way, until tragedy steals his ability to play the guitar that had so defined him. Overwhelmed by his loss, Frankie disappears for decades, reemerging late in life for one spectacular yet mystifying farewell.

Part love story, part magical mystery, The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto is Mitch Albom at his finest, a Forrest Gump-like epic about one man’s journey to discover what truly matters and the power of talent to change our lives.

Truly magical in so many ways!

There is nothing that I did not love about this book. The story completely overtook my imagination and allowed me to travel through countries and between continents alongside Frankie. I laughed, I cried, I was completely invested.

Magic strings review

This was a fabulous read! A truly magical journey reminiscent of Forrest Gump. Wonderful selection for book club or for a long car journey on Audible.

i love this author.

i love this author. i have read all of his books, except one. and it is on my list!

What a fantastic achievement! I was very impressed

The skill Mitch Album has to weave a story is amazing! Such a gift. I particularly enjoyed how he connects the famous music industry names into the story and his re-reading of historical events. In many ways it has a feeling of "Forrest Gump". I look forward to reading and listening to Mitch Album's other books.

A Magical Journey!

What a fantastic idea of "Music" telling the life and magical Journey of Frankie Pesto!