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Cabot Barden is a singer/ songwriter/ author who has experienced many similar adventures which are described in his books. He has played with bands most of his adult life. His bands have opened for artists like Mickey Gilley, Emmylou Harris, the Georgia Satelites, Jan and Dean, Grayson Hughe, Billy Joe Royal, and many others. He has worked in recording studios in Birmingham, Al, Nashville, Tn and several other cities. He and his cowriters have had several songs on the radio at different times over the years. He is a member of the Nashville Songwriters Association International, ASCAP, and an honorary member of the National Underwater and Marine Agency, which is owned by his friend, Clive Cussler. Cabot’s first book, “It’s The Bass Player” received a thumbs up endorsement from Mr. Cussler in 2011.
Reviewed by Jean Brickell for Readers' Favorite
In "Mixed Blessings", a follow up to the book, "It's the Bass Player", Cabot Barden continues with the story of the lives of Toby and Nancy, of their courtship and marriage. The book also covers the story of their friends' romances and marriages. The families play a large role in the young peoples' lives, sharing their happiness and sorrows. The families bind together to help the young people overcome the sorrows they suffer. Toby, Fred, and Corey continue the dream they have to become a band, to record, and to write music to become well known in the music business. "Mixed Blessings" is also the story of a southern small town and the people who live there, the churches, the residents, and the music of their lives.
"Mixed Blessings" is the bitter sweet story of the romance of Toby Martin and Nancy and the romances of their friends. This is a heartwarming story that will make you laugh and then maybe shed a tear as the story of their lives together unfold. Follow the attempts the guys make for better lives for their families by playing the music they love and recording the songs that they wrote. You will find that you don't want to put the book down as the story of the lives of Toby and Nancy follow a journey of love. Toby and Nancy show the love that they have for each other, their children, friends, and their families.
