Sting - Broken Music: A Memoir Books

Pros: Sting is an excellent writer, giving intriguing glimpses into his early life
Cons: Opening chapters may be a bitter pill for some to swallow

Even at this very early moment of our relationship, it is clear that there is something going on, some chemistry, some understanding, some recognition, a rapport and a tension between the amphetamine pulse of his kick drum and the shifting, rolling ...

Pros: Nicely written rich in details.
Cons: Americans may miss some of the British references.

It's not enough that rock musician Sting can sing and write songs and play instruments and have a beautiful wife and kids and be rich and famous. No, he's a good, surprisingly stylish writer as well. That ability to make words dance like bass ...

Pros: Offers a deeper understanding of how Sting grew into a world-class musician
Cons: Not a whole lot of The Police's history; conveniently avoids unsavory issues

About three weeks ago, while my wife, son, and I were relaxing in the Thomas the Tank Engine area of Barnes & Noble's children's book section, I decided to skim the Music section and see if I could find any books focusing on The Police. After a cursory ...

Pros: Wonderfully written, engaging book. A definite must have for Sting fans.
Cons: It ended too soon. More! I want more!

For those who have been Sting fans, this book is the ultimate "Sit down, let's have some tea, and I'll tell you stories from my life." Written with an intensity, yet ease, that draws you in, unwittingly, pulling you along for the ride. It was a fully ...