Books Tell You Why, Inc.

A Fine first printing of the first edition in alike dust-jacket.

Set in the fictional town of West Egg on Long Island in 1922, Madder Music is a story of love and loss, of secrets and betrayal. It tells the story of two young people, Rose and Jack, who are in love but are forbidden to be together. When Rose's father discovers their relationship, he forces her to leave Jack and go live with him in Paris. Years later, Rose sends Jack a letter telling him that she is pregnant and that she wants him to come and find her. Jack goes to Paris, but Rose has already given birth to their child and has married another man. When Jack finally finds Rose, she is a widow with a young daughter.; 8vo; 221 pages; $6.00.

Price: $40.00