Thursday, July 26, 2012

Once by Anna Carey Playlist and Giveaway

Today, I'm lucky enough to post a playlist for Once on the blog straight from Anna Carey. Check out some of the music will you look over my review and enter to win a copy of Once!

Once Playlist

Bon Iver, Skinny Love

The novel opens with Eve living in Califia. She’s spent months thinking about what happened to Caleb, wondering if he’s alive and where. This song reminds me of that churning, torturous place she’s in—wanting to be with him, but hating the pain of the situation.

Ani DiFranco, Swan Dive

There’s a moment in the beginning of Once when Eve sets out to find Caleb. This song perfectly captures the risks inherent in loving someone. Eve knows it’s dangerous, but cares about him more than she does herself.

Jose Gonzalez, Crosses

The imagery in this song reminds me of the first night Eve goes to meet Caleb in the City, how the streets are dark, how there are shadows in the windows above. His is the reassuring voice that sees her through.

Ryan Adams, So Alive

This song is all energy. There’s a scene in Once that takes place under a bridge, and I could nearly hear this song playing as I wrote it. It speaks to how exhilarating it is to be in love.

Passion Pit, Sleepyhead Acoustic version

Sleepyhead was originally one of my favorite dance songs, but when I heard the acoustic version it nearly made me cry. Slowed down it’s so tender and intimate, and the lyrics capture this simple, private moment between two people.

Iron & Wine, The Trapeze Singer

Eve makes several painful decisions throughout the course of the story. In one, she says good-bye to Caleb indefinitely. This song is one of the most painful and beautiful love songs I know. “Please, remember me” is repeated eight times.

Sia, Breathe Me
There’s a scene at the end of Once where Eve is in intense pain, and can’t fully comprehend what just happened to her. This song articulates that confusion and loss.

Florence and the Machine, Seven Devils

This song builds to a slow, simmering rage, and reminds me of the last chapter in Once. I can’t say more than that for fear of giving too much away…

Giveaway Time!

One lucky US winner is going to get their hands on a copy of Once. Just check out these rules and make sure to fill out the giveaway form!

Rules:
  • Must be 13 years or older
  • Must be in the US
  • May only fill out form once
  • Must enter before 8/9/12

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26 comments:

  1. Gahh, I love Anna Carey's books

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  2. My favorite song is Breathe Me by Sia

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  3. Those are some great song choices! I <3 "Skinny Love," "Breathe Me," and "Seven Devils"!!!

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  4. Hmmm tough choice picking just one song.. Gonna have to go with Florence and the Machine! Definitely! :)

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  5. This is a series I need to read! I'm so behind! And the songs intrigue me big time!

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  6. I loved Sia's Breathe Me. So pretty!
    Thanks for the giveaway.

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  7. Passion Pit, Sleepyhead Acoustic version

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  8. Can't wait to read this book.
    I like Iron & Wine so their song would probably be my favorite.

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  9. I like the last one. Seven Devils.

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  10. I like The Trapeze Singer because I am a big Iron & wine fan.

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  11. Thanks for the neat post and giveaway! I liked the song by Florence and the Machines.

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  12. I love Florence and the Machine. That's a good omen that I'll like the ending. Thanks.

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  13. Thanks for the giveaway! I like Seven Devils because Florence and the Machine is so great!!

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  14. I am a sucker for Acoustic versions.They seriously win me over every time. So my favorite was Sleepyhead Acoustic version.

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  15. Love Florence and the Machine - Seven Devils!

    Thanks for the giveaway!
    Leanne

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  16. Florence & the Machine Seven Devils

    Thanks for the giveaway.

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  17. Breathe Me by Sia :)

    Thank you for this awesome giveaway!

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  18. Thanks for the amazing giveaway! I LOVE LOVE LOVE Seven Devils by Florence & The Machine. :)

    Rabiah (name on Rafflecopter)

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  19. Either Skinny Love or Breathe Me. I love both songs so much!

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  20. The songs are all so pretty! But my favorite is probably Florence + The Machine's.
    I just love her!
    Thanks for the giveaway!

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  21. I like Breathe Me....
    Thanks for the giveaway

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  22. I really like Florence + The Machine's song "Seven Devils"!

    Thanks for the giveaway!

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  23. "The Trapeze Singer" by Iron & Wine is... *sniffs whilst wiping away tear* beautiful. :") I love it.

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