Reviews and Lists
17 new books our critics can't wait to read this summer
NPR
NPR highlights *The Fire Concerto* for its summer reading list.
Media & Press
Reviews, interviews, and coverage of The Fire Concerto
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Interview
New Voices (*Historical Novels Review* Issue 113)
Myfanwy Cook, *Historical Novels Review*
Sarah is interviewed as a featured "new voice" in this regular column in the *Historical Novels Review.*
Podcast
The Fire Concerto with Guest Sarah Landenwich
Perks of Being a Booklover Podcast
A fun conversation between Sarah and "Perks" hosts Carrie and Amy
Reviews and Lists
Best New Literary Fiction - June 2025 - Readworthy
BookBub
BookBub features Sarah's debut in their curated literary fiction picks.
Interview
The Music Marches On: An Interview with Sarah Landenwich
Parnassus Musing
An in-depth interview with Parnassus bookseller Rae Ann Parker.
Reviews and Lists
Book Review
Booklist
Landenwich makes her debut with a captivating novel... a vibrant storytelling experience, with well-developed characters and a thrilling pace that leads to a dramatic conclusion.
Podcast
Sarah Landenwich on History Through Fiction
History Through Fiction
Interview with Colin Mustful, host of History Through Fiction, the podcast
Reviews and Lists
June 2025 Book Marks
Lee Woodruff
Lee Woodruff recommends The Fire Concerto in her monthly book roundup.
Podcast
Exploring History and Mystery: Sarah Landenwich on Her Debut Novel
The Bookaholic Podcast with Deirdre Pippins
Interview with Dierdre Pippins about plot twists, writing what you don't know, and forgotten women of the 19th century.
Podcast
The Talk Radio Europe Bookshow
Hannah Murray
Recording of Sarah's appearance on TRE's "The Bookshow"
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Mystery Roundup: The Best of the Year So Far
Morgan Leigh Davies, Novel Observations
Book critic Morgan Leigh Davies calls *The Fire Concerto* "a marvelous debut."
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A Most Murderous Summer
Parnassus Books
Rae Ann recommends The Fire Concerto as a staff pick and read for the summer.
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The 13 Best Book Covers of June
BookBub
The Fire Concerto cover design is recognized for its striking visual appeal.
Interview
Member Spotlight: Sarah Landenwich
Authors Guild
Q&A with Sarah about writing habits, writing advice, and the enduring importance of literature in the modern world.
Podcast
The Donna Seebo Show
Donna Seebo
A live, one-hour interview with host Donna Seebo (air date July 22, 2025).
Reviews and Lists
Notable New Novels of Summer 2025
Five Books
*The Fire Concerto* on Five Books' "Best Fiction" List
Podcast
Mid-Mornings on Main
Dan Manley, WMST
A live, one-hour interview with host Dan Manley (air date July 21, 2025).
Podcast
A Conversation With Debut Novelist Sarah Landenwich
Russell Smith, Solvitur Ambulando
A reflective discussion about writing, walking, and inspiration.
Podcast
Unearthing Forgotten Genius: The Fire Concerto Reclaims the Silenced Voices of Extraordinary Women
Self-Discovery Wisdom Podcast
Interview with Sara Troy of Self-Discovery Wisdom.
Podcast
New Books in Historical Fiction: The Fire Concerto by Sarah Landenwich
New Books Network
Interview with author and historian C.P. Lesley of the New Books Network.
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The Magic in Life Keeps Our Hopes Alive
Dinah Eng
Award-winning journalist Dinah Eng recommends The Fire Concerto in a roundup of "books that remind us of life's magical possibilities."
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Book Review
Russell Smith, Solvitur Ambulando
Russell Smith recommends The Fire Concerto as one of his favorite books of 2025.
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Book Review
C.P. Lesley
Author and historian C.P. Lesley recommends The Fire Concerto.
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Reviewer's Choice Award
Novels Alive
A 5-Star review of *The Fire Concerto*, which received Novels Alive's Reviewer's Choice Award.
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Book Review
Pulp Fiction
Pulp Fiction praises the novel's blend of mystery and musical history.
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Book Feature
Woman Around Town
Featured review highlights the novel's compelling female protagonists across centuries.
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The Fire Concerto Book Review
Beauty Cooks Kisses
A review on the popular beauty and lifestyle blog, which calls *The Fire Concerto* a "captivating literary page-turner that seamlessly blends historical mystery with contemporary drama."
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Book Recommendation
Hasty Book List
HBL calls *The Fire Concerto* "a richly layered, twisty story about three women of remarkable talent connected by tragedy."
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Book Feature
MSN
MSN showcases the debut novel in their arts and culture coverage.
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Book Review
ReadingWorld
Reviewer Susan Coventry calls *The Fire Concerto* "a stunning debut."
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The Fire Concerto Review
The Paris Insider
Reviewer Patricia Diekmann calls the novel "a spell-binding mystery."
What If Your Biography Was Just a Footnote to Somebody Else's?
CrimeReads
Sarah reflects on the forgotten women of history, both in the historical record and in our own families.
Essay
Successful Queries
Writer's Digest
Sarah and her agent, Henry Dunow, discuss Sarah's original query letter and their working partnership.
Interview
Q&A With Bianca
Book Notions
Sarah talks with Bianca from Book Notions about character development, historical research, and more.
Interview
Book Q&As with Deborah Kalb
Deborah Kalb Blog
Sarah shares insights on character inspiration and her writing journey.
Interview
Author Interview
Fresh Fiction
Sarah answers 20 questions about writing and life.
Interview
The Page 69 Test
Campaign for the American Reader
Sarah applies "The Page 69 Test" to *The Fire Concerto* in this short essay.
Podcast
Author Sarah Landenwich on The Avrum Rosensweig Show
The Avrum Rosensweig Show
A long-form interview with host Avrum Rosensweig about inspiration, joy, grandmothers, writing, and the vulnerability of the human body.
Podcast
Off the Shelf Episode 104
Off the Shelf Podcast
Interview with Phoebe at Pause Books about writing, music, historical trauma, and inspiration.
Podcast
Suspense, Drama, Tension and Music: The Fire Concerto
Arroe Collins
Sarah discusses the intricate themes of suspense and drama.