His love for his sister made me smile, and I was just as frightened for him as Nannerl. Lu created Nannerl with such care and you can see that in her other characters. Honestly, I wish such amazingly real women were not lost to history, hidden behind famous brothers, fathers, or husbands. She was so special, and I felt as though I was right there next to her, following her on her adventures and mourning the things that she mourned. I found myself holding my breath at each turn of conflict, and crying for Nannerl when life threw her for a curve. Her wish to be remembered, at a time when women were considered less-than, made me want to cry. Nannerl is the reason I got so swept up in the pages of The Kingdom of Back. In return, he promises he will help her leave a mark on the world that will ensure her immortality through history. Gliding through life feeling forgotten, Nannerl agrees to help the Princeling of Back, Hyacinth, regain his throne. The story follows Nannerl Mozart and her fantastical journey through the fictional Kingdom of Back. Marie Lu struck me dumb with her gorgeous writing style and insightful Author’s Note that is a must-read for fans of her work. The world is lush, the message beautiful, and the bond between brother and sister touching. When I opened it and learned all about Nannerl Mozart, the forgotten sister of Wolfgang Mozart, I was immediately enamored. The Kingdom of Back by Marie Lu was shockingly lyrical.
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