But ever since I've been wary of song titles in fiction, a trait I carry over into my own stories. Specifically songs like AC/DC's 'Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap' and the Beach Boy's 'Sloop John B.' Which made fun reading for anyone who knew these songs, but when I first read the novel I was continually puzzled by musical references I knew nothing about.įortunately, Foster is a strong enough writer that you can enjoy Spellsinger without knowing all the referenced songs. The main character, Jon-Tom, is a wizard who creates magic by playing music. All the references to music from the 1960s and 70s. I'm loving the novel because Foster is a compelling author and knows how to create wacky worlds and spin tons of adventure. I'm a young boy again, reading a fun novel named Spellsinger by Alan Dean Foster.
